The Castle opened on Guavaween in 1992 as a small saloon with a determined goal: create a great place that all of our friends would like to visit.
Adding in the idea of strong drinks, from a diverse selection of single malt scotches, small batch bourbon, aged tequila and a eclectic mix of beers from around the world didn’t hurt either. A killer jukebox supplied the music for a few years, before Dj’s were added to spice up the varied genre’s that the Castle royalty required.
Since then, there has been many changes but the goals are still the same.
***PLEASE READ THIS SECTION FOR ANSWERS TO THE MOST COMMON FAQs*** Come one, come all! Join Escape the Vault for the next installment of Castle Cosplay Night! Creative Loafing’s Best of the Bay Best Cosplayer 2019, 2020, and 2024 (and third place in 2023 and second place in 2025) Jack[…]
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LUX PEEP SHOW is turning up the heat at The Castle Ybor City A dazzling night of pole, glamour and tease, is waiting for you under the neon lights. Performances by the best of the BEST, of course @castleybor Ybor City Doors 7PM | Showtime 8PM Tickets available now: www.luxpolecabaret.com[…]
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DJ Tom Gold will be off to the WTG so I will be taking control of the Castle Ballroom for the entire weekend on 5/22 and 5/23. So please join me and Richard “lightbringer” live on stage as we destroy your senses and your legs. Don’t miss out it will[…]
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Friday, May 29th 2026 Come join DJ Tom Gold for his birthday and also to celebrate his 31st year of residency at The Castle with a special “Old Skool” Gothic/Industrial set. Upstairs: COFFIN CLASSICS Cover: $15 for 21+ and $20 for 18-20Doors: 10:30Gothic & Industrial DanceHosts: DJs Tom Gold and Sean[…]
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05 Jun 2026