Worcester is a spread-out city, so tourists might be inclined to rent a car to go sightseeing for the day.Electric Haze: Electric Haze is a different kind of bar-a hookah bar-that didn't open as a gay-specific venue, but has certainly been friendly from the start, and frequently hosts LGBTQ events.This attractive downtown tavern draws a diverse crowd of hipsters, foodies, and the like. Armsby Abbey has 22 beer on tap and delicious farmhouse-inspired creative cuisine to go with them. Armsby Abbey: This one's for all the lovers of craft beer out there.For a mid-week outing, come for karaoke on Wednesday nights. It probably has something to do with the ever-lively dance floor, which is run by local DJs on weekend nights. The Compass Tavern: While not technically a gay bar, The Compass Tavern has been known to attract a mixed crowd.Come in for a game of pool and stay to sing along to show tunes on the piano (Sundays only) or watch the game of the week on big-screen TVs. MB Lounge is neighborly, but not so tight-knit that newcomers don't feel welcome. It beckons an eclectic bunch-from bears to leather dudes-but caters mostly to an over-30 crowd. MB Lounge: Also known as 'the Male Box,' this is the longest-running gay-owned and -operated hangout in the city.