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Phoenix is a beautiful city and the capital of Arizona. This beautiful city is known for warm temperatures since it has year-round sun. The residents refer to Phoenix as the Valley of the Sun. This beautiful city was founded in 1881. Additionally, it covers an estimated area of 1,338 square kilometers, and it has an elevation of 331meters. Phoenix, Arizona, has one of the best infrastructures in the United States.
Apart from having the sun year-round, Phoenix, Arizona, has some of the best landmarks and destinations. Further, this beautiful city has some amazing nightlife districts. What makes the nightlife districts in Phoenix, Arizona, unique are the lively and thrilling nightlife venues. You can get live music performances, live DJs, craft beers and many more in various nightlife venues in the nightlife districts in Phoenix, Arizona. There are various nightlife districts in Phoenix. However, not all of them have amazing pubs, bars, laidback lounges, movie theatres, comedy clubs, etc that make the best nightlife districts. Here are the top 10 nightlife districts in Phoenix, Arizona.
# 10 – Verrado
This is another fantastic neighborhood in Phoenix, Arizona, with spectacular nightlife venues. This neighborhood has amazing sceneries that you can view during the day. Additionally, this neighborhood features impressive nightlife venues that you can visit to get entertained during your night out. There are multiple bars, pubs, clubs and many more. You can get live music performances, cocktails, live DJs and many more in various nightlife spots during your night out in Verrado. Further, there is a great venue for dining and late-night dates in this neighborhood. The Vic Bar + Kitchen, Tempo Urban Bistro, The Victory Club, and Chars LIVE are some of the nightlife venues you can visit for a memorable night out experience.
# 9 – Roosevelt Row Arts District
This neighborhood acts as a link between Downtown Phoenix and other neighborhoods in Phoenix. The residents call this neighborhood RoRo in short. You will find houses converted into chic bars and live music venues in this neighborhood. Additionally, there are plenty of patios in this neighborhood. While in this neighborhood during the day, you can visit the art galleries and take a photo of or in the murals. Once the moon-time arrives, this neighborhood features some eclectic nightlife venues.
There are multiple nightlife spots with live music performances. If you love cocktail drinks, this nightlife district has some of the best spots where you can enjoy cocktail drinks with friends. Some of the venues in this neighborhood that you can visit for a memorable night out experience include Lucky Lounge, Punch Bowl Social, Greenwood Brewing, and Coup de Grace.
# 8 – Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley is sometimes referred to as the ‘Beverly Hills of the Southwest. There are multiple venues in this neighborhood that you can visit during your night out to release some steam. Additionally, some of the nightlife venues host concerts during different times. If you want a stylish place that offers live music with daily specials, you should head to Blue Martini Lounge. Are you a sports fan? You can follow your favorite team play while watching them live and enjoying your drinks with friends at Paradise Lounge. Furthermore, there are amazing nightlife spots in Paradise Valley where you can visit to enjoy your drink while enjoying scenic views of the surrounding areas at night. Other best nightlife venues in this neighborhood include Jade Bar, Loft Again, The Mix Up Bar, The Duce, Dirty Dogg Saloon, Valley Bar and UnderTow.
# 7 – Arcadia
During the first half of the twentieth century, citrus farmers lived in Arcadia, built on old citrus groves. In the modern-day, this neighborhood features leafy streets. Arcadia is home to some of the best nightlife venues in the Valley of the Sun. This neighborhood is known for its vibrant culture, food and beautiful landscape. During the day, you can spend your time hiking while having spectacular views of the surrounding areas. Arcadia has a great atmosphere for a thrilling night out experience during the night. There are great nightlife venues in this neighborhood with live music performances. You can visit these venues to enjoy your drink while enjoying the live music.
Furthermore, late-night eateries in this neighborhood offer some of the best foods you can visit to eat before hopping into one of the bars, pubs, clubs, and lounges. Some eateries include The Porch, Sushi Brokers Arcadia, and Postino Arcadia. Some of the best nightlife venues you can visit to dance, release some steam and enjoy drinks include The Vig Arcadia, The Whining Pig Arcadia, and The Vintage Arcadia.
# 6 – Tempe
Continuing with our top ten list is Tempe. This nightlife district is located between Mesa, Scottsdale, Guadalupe, and Chandler. This nightlife district is home to Arizona State University. Therefore, most of its residents are people in their 20s. Apart from the University, this neighborhood features sports bars, dive bars, restaurants, bottle-service clubs and lounges that you can visit at night.
There are various nightlife spots in this neighborhood offering affordable drinks. Before hopping into any of the nightlife venues, you can visit the late-night restaurants such as Top of the Rock Restaurant and Social Hall to grab a bite. Moreover, there are various coffee shops that you can visit to get a hot coffee to keep yourself warm during the night out with friends. Some of them include The Grand, la Madeleine French Bakery & Café. Some of the best nightlife venues in this neighborhood include Sunbar Tempe, Yucca Tap Room, Killer Whale Club, Aura and Bikini Lounge.
# 5 – Chandler
Chandler is a fabulous family-friendly neighborhood. Additionally, this is one of the multicultural neighborhoods in Phoenix, Arizona. There are multiple events that take place in this neighborhood during different times of the year. Additionally, this neighborhood features some lively nightlife venues such as bars, clubs, pubs, lounges, and many more when it comes to nightlife. You can enjoy your drink with friends while getting entertained by live music performances in various spots during your night out.
Moreover, if you are a sports fan, you can grab your drink and follow your favorite team to play live on the TVs during the season in various nightlife spots in Chandler. Are you a karaoke fan? There are multiple destinations in this neighborhood that you can visit during your night out with live karaoke. Some of the fantastic nightlife venues in Chandler include Bourbon Jacks American Tavern, The Stadium Club, QuartHaus, Jolie’s Place and The Wild Vine Uncorked.
# 4 – Desert Ridge
Desert Ridge is located in North Phoenix. Lately, this neighborhood has become more nightlife-friendly. The nightlife venues in Desert Ridge have free live music, comedic acts, laidback bars, lounges, clubs and many more. If you want to get entertained in this neighborhood by getting some laughs during your night out, you should visit Rick Bronson’s – House of Comedy, AZ. Additionally, there are various venues serving delicious foods that you can visit during your night out when hungry. Some of the nightlife venues in this neighborhood include Desert Ridge Stage, Pigtails Desert Ridge, Sage Court, CB Live and Majerle’s Sports grill.
# 3 – Glendale
This is one of the largest neighborhoods in Phoenix, Arizona. Initially, Glendale was one of the anonymous suburbs of Phoenix. That has changed, and the neighborhood has become a thriving mini-metropolis. While in this neighborhood during the day, you can visit the specialty shops, cafés, restaurants and antique stores that were once historic homes. As the day turns to night, this neighborhood becomes livelier than the days. The neighborhood features various amazing clubs, pubs, bars and restaurants. Visiting these multiple nightlife venues while in this neighborhood will ensure you have a memorable night out experience.
Additionally, there are various nightlife spots in this nightlife district perfect for dining, playing games and even watching movies. If you want to enjoy your drink while listening to a high-energy mix of western and rock, you should never miss visiting Saddle Ranch. Further, there are nightlife spots that offer live music every Friday and Saturday. There is a movie theater in this neighborhood that you can visit as a family. You can also go bowling in various nightlife venues in this neighborhood to make your night out enjoyable. Some of the nightlife venues in Glendale include Low Key Piano Bar, Dave & Buster’s, Tavern + Bowl, Bar Smith, Club Dwntwn, Pretty Please Lounge, Coco Loco Lounge & Nightclub, Nifty Fifty’s, Boycott Bar, La Santima Night Club and Antro Night Club.
# 2 – Downtown Phoenix
This is another nightlife district in Phoenix, Arizona, with a vibrant nightlife that you should never miss visiting. Downtown Phoenix is a nexus of commerce, art and culture. While in this neighborhood during the day and you are an art fan, you should take a tour of the various art galleries and get to know some of the hidden gems of Phoenix. Once the sun goes down, this neighborhood becomes livelier, with numerous nightlife spots located all over.
There are sports arenas, concert halls, pubs, bars, lounges and restaurants that you can visit for a memorable night out experience. Additionally, there are rooftop nightlife venues that you can visit to enjoy drinks with friends as you have spectacular views of the stars in the sky and the surrounding areas as a whole. Some of the best nightlife venues in this neighborhood include Monarch Theater, The Duce, Crescent Ballroom, Floor 13 Rooftop Bar, Bar Smith and Cobra Arcade Bar.
# 1 – Scottsdale
Scottsdale is undoubtedly the place to go if you are looking for a hotspot of expensive nightclubs and bars. The neighborhood, which is sometimes referred to as a “little Vegas,” is densely packed with a variety of outlets ranging from country pubs to day clubs with pools and cabanas and is a popular nightlife destination for both tourists and locals. Additionally, apart from heart-pumping music nightlife venues, there are also places with a quiet setting that you can visit to enjoy your cold beer with friends.
There are various nightlife venues in this nightlife district that host live DJs and live music performances that you can visit for a thrilling night out experience. Besides, you may get a chance to meet your favorite celeb in one of the nightlife spots during your night out especially during weekends. Some of the nightlife venues in this neighborhood that you can visit to release steam include Maya Day + Nightclub, Whiskey Row, Hi-Fi Kitchen & Cocktails, Skylanes and Casa Amigos.
Should the Vegas-style nightclubs no your thing, then there are other nightlife destinations that you can visit. These nightlife venues have enticing laidback options with comfy couches. Some of Them include Kelly’s at Southbridge, Rusty Spur Saloon, Goldwater Brewing Co. and Postino.
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