When the sun goes down, night owls flock in Tucson's happening nightlife venues. This 'College town', with its large college crowds, transform the city into a celebrated stage of nightlife activity. The city's dramatic night scenes are best captured in the Fourth Avenue district, Old Pueblo and Main gate neighborhood, that are clustered with scintillating bars, clubs and pubs. Night crawlers or not, people from all inclinations have their share of fun and entertainment - live music, jazz or blues, dance party, comedy shows, DJ spin and beyond. Pull out your best dress and let your hair down at Tucson's sizzling nightlife spots.
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The Gaslight
TheaterGaslight Theater - A magnetic venue, that will let you loose all sense of the presence and will completely engulf you into a magical world of song and dance. This musical theater is a thriving abode of numerous talented artists that are well prepared to put on a captivating show. From western saloon themed shows to kitschy song and dance performances.
Address: 7010 East Broadway Blvd., Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 886-9428
Sidecar
To taste some of the best and unique cocktail concoctions, visit 'Sidecar', a sophisticated cocktail bar. If cocktail is too chic for you, they do offer a good range of craft brews and wines. If you're confused of which cocktail to choose from the many variants available, don't hesitate to ask the trained mixologists or perhaps, dig deeper into discussing the makings of a good cocktail.
Address: 139 S. Eastbourne, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 795-1819
Maverick, King of Clubs
Tucsonans love their Country and Western music, and this country style club is one of the local's most favored spot to catch up with friends over drinks or shake a leg on the dance space. The ambiance of the place is extremely friendly and laid back, and will even teach you the true Tucson cowboy style 'two step' move. This is also a good place to enjoy a delectable dinner meal.
Address: 6622 E Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: 520-298-0430
Hours: Sunday to Thursday 4pm-1am; Friday to Saturday from 4pm-2am
Barrio Brewing Company
Outstanding craft beers and good times are assured in Barrio Brewing Company. The brewery/bar has numerous taps open to over 12 microbrews, like - Tucson Blonde, Copperhead Ale, Red Cat Amber, Barrio India Pale Ale, Nolan's Porter, Oatmeal Stout, Hefeweizen and more. The beer is excellent, ofcourse, but you must taste their grill food items, which are simply awesome.
Address: 800 East 16th Street, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 791-2739
Scott & Co.
To enjoy a truly outstanding mixed drinks, you must, by all means, visit Scott & Co. - A speakeasy bistro style bar. This place will not fail to amaze you with their new and innovative infusions and house crafted cocktails. An intimate date night or a casual business dinner - Scott & Co. will not disappoint you.
Address: 49 N. Scott Avenue, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 624-4747
www.47scott.com
Sky Bar Tucson
Rarely will you get a chance to explore the world of astronomy through some powerful telescopes housed in a cafe bar. Sky Bar Tucson will let you do so. During the broad day light, it serves as a cafe and as the sun sets, it turns into a solar powered astronomy bar. Full on entertainment with live music, open mic nights, DSLR photography nights where you can capture the beautiful night skies with your camera and midnight happy hour (15 minutes).
Address: 536 N. 4th Avenue, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 622-4300
Laffs Comedy Caffe
Laffs Comedy Caffe - Tucson's only and the oldest still operating stand up comedy club is where you can watch gifted comedians perform. George Lopez, Robin Williams, Tim Allen are few to mention among the many artists who had served here. A special mention is that, every Friday and Saturday, you will get a chance to see the performances of nationally touring comedians.
Address: 2900 East Brdwy, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 32-FUNNY
Website:
www.laffstucson.com
Pinnacle Peak Pistoleros Wild West Stunt Show
Beyond the customary nightlife activities of live music, dance and drinks, this western themed venue features high-impact stunts, gunfights, explosion effects, comedy and cowboy-style fist fights. Make sure to be there between 7 pm to 8 pm to grasp the Stunt Show. To take your evening to a whole new level, there are more it offers - the CP Hunnington rail road joyride, Ferris-wheel, the Museum of the Horse Soldier and several Western-themed shops.
Address: 6541 E Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, Arizona
Phone: (520) 296-4551
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