The best NYC nightlife

Check out essential parties, the hottest new clubs and underground outlets and the people behind the after-dark action

By Time Out contributors, edited by Vivienne van Vliet Posted: Friday September 8 2017

Photograph: Kenny RodriguezCielo

You don’t have to be a regular night owl to enjoy the parties, clubs, DJs and lounges that abound in the NYC nightlife scene. Take a look back at some of the city’s legendary scenes, then scope out the boroughs’ hottest options for every preference and price cap. Notable New York nightlife names dish on the parties you won’t want to miss, door-people reveal how to behave if you want to get in, and we fill you in on our latest favorite DJ mixes available for you listening pleasure.

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When the sun goes down, these four talented performers turn it up. At everything from East Village bars to monthly gay parties, it takes more work than you might think to be the life of the party. But don’t take our word for it. Hear it from these hot night owls who may just inspire you to get up on a bar or burlesque stage.

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GETR B

Are you looking to have a good time with your colleagues in New York. Here are the must to go parties and clubs. New York's nightclubs and parties will surely change your life with full entertainment. @GETR B 

Phoenix F

Hey, just wanted to let not only party goers, but also clubs and other places know about a cool app that is in the making. This can help you reserve and manage nightlife properties, all from your phone or computer. 


www.reservenightlife.com


Ariel

My name is Ariel and I host nightly at some of the best venues in the city. Places such as: Lavo, Avenue, Phd, Marquee, Finale, SL, Kiss&Fly, Tenjune, 1OAK and many others. I host few different spots every night and always have a VIP table or a table on the dance floor. Celebrating birthday, bachelorette/ bachelor party? I can get you the best deals. Table reservation? Bottle service? I can make a table reservations in almost every spot in the city, getting the best tables in the club and best prices. I meet my guests outside the club and personally walk them in for a smoothly entry making sure they are having a great night TEXT ME: 347.822.2175 EMAIL ME: NYclubing@gmail.com and I will get you on the GUEST LIST. you can also add me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/arielpamir. Twitter: @ArielPAmir

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