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Nightlife

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Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • All over Boston
  • Central Square
  • Harvard Square
Student Favorites
  • Joe’s Tavern
  • Mad Raven
  • Purple Shamrock
  • The Rack
  • The Stein
Other Places to Check Out
  • Bison County BBQ & Grille
  • Casablanca
  • The Cellar
  • The Crimson Sports Bar & Grille
  • Fire & Ice
  • Mojitos Latin Lounge (Boston)
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Beer pong
  • Card games (A$$hole)
  • Indian Poker
  • Power Hour
  • Quarters
Useful Resources for Nightlife
  • boston.citysearch.com
  • thephoenix.com
  • www.bostonnightclubnews.com
  • www.weeklydig.com

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Brandeis nightlife is truly what you make of it. If you’re an active and outgoing person, there are lots of parties and opportunities to take advantage of, but most people choose to sit around, complain about the lack of social options, and wait for a party to come to them. Truth be told, there is a good deal of nightlife to be had at Brandeis, if you are willing to go out and find it. The nice part about the University's location is that when nightlife on campus stinks, you can always go to another college in the area. Chances are either you or one of your close friends will know someone at Bentley, Harvard, MIT, Northeastern, Tufts, Boston University, or Boston College, and there are always parties to attend there. The trouble is actually getting back since the MBTA stops running at 1 a.m., and the last shuttle leaves shortly after.

The other option is to go into Boston. Although the city is notorious for closing its doors early, there is still plenty to do before 2 a.m. There are many clubs and bars, and Harvard Square, Landsdowne Street, Kenmore Square, and Newbury Street always draw a lot of Brandeis students. For leisure activities, there are many sports teams to watch, and there’s a place called Jillian’s where you can go and play video games for prizes or shoot some pool. Not to beat a dead horse, but Brandeis is not a party school, but there is fun to be had if you look for it.

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Nightlife at Brandeis University

rozarion

Psychology '13

3.5
B

Not Bad

Transportation to waltham is not bad, there are vans every 15-30 minutes until 2 am. There are shuttles to boston over the weekend including thursdays. there is the commuter rail as well, but it doesnt run often especially in the weekend.

parties are a lot over the weekend (Fri&Sat) especially during rush for greek life-- they are at off-campus houses. Student events and Student Activities and some clubs have big parties. International Club runs really good parties. There are Stein nights (restaurant/diner at school) with free food for all and free beer for 21+.

There are a couple bars in the area for 21+, no clubs except for Boston. There are students that have connections, they can arrange buses and get you on lists for clubs in Boston if you ask them. The bars in Waltham have Brandeis nights, Bentley nights etc. They are fun and chill.

Jan 30, 2012

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Nightlife at Brandeis University

Brandesian501

Political Science and Government '15

2.7
C+

Brandeis Nightlife: It Works?

In terms of nightlife, the best option at Brandeis is to go to a different college. While there is Greek life present on campus, it isn't officially recognized by the school, nor is it hugely populated. The fraternities and sororities do throw some decent parties, but the distance to their houses can sometimes make going to the parties a hassle. Plenty of students choose to go into Boston instead, where BC, BU, Harvard, and occasionally MIT parties serve as a great change of pace from the very academically-focused Brandeis.

Dec 20, 2011

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prowler540

Philosophy '15

3.8
B+

You Want It, You Can Find It

There's always something going on somewhere on campus and at Brandeis if you can find out about it, you can go. That's parties, student event stuff, movie screenings, concerts, etc. Even though there is something always going on, it's not always the best. Not the best parties, events, movies, performers...But it's fun with friends.

Dec 03, 2011

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User rating for Brandeis University - Nightlife is 3.5 out of 5 based on 29 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the off-campus bar and club scene on the following topics

What is the party scene like on campus?

What’s the best way to get to the popular nightlife spots?

Facts

Closing Time

2 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

Mad Raven

Organization Parties

Recently, the administration has been concerned about the level of mayhem at highly anticipated parties like the International Club's Pachanga and is currently renovating these parties and the alcohol policies.

Club ListingsWhat's This?

Rise

Rise is Boston's most known after hours club. It operates from 9 p.m.–6 a.m., is 18+, and does not serve alcohol. However, it is not a public club. It requires a membership but may be worth checking into if you want to hang out in Boston if you're 18+ or after 2 a.m.

306 Stuart St

Boston

(617) 423-7473

www.riseclub.us

Roxy

For those looking to drop some serious cash on a fabulous night of clubbing, Roxy is the place to do it. Thursdays is college night, and they admit in those 18-and-up. The rest of the weekend is reserved for 21-and-up. The Roxy boasts the city’s largest dance floor.

279 Tremont St.

Boston

(617) 338-7699

royaleboston.com

The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub

With two restaurants and three performance rooms, the Middle East complex is one of the best clubs in Boston. They feature a huge variety of music, with a not outrageous cover charge.

472 Massachusetts Ave.

Cambridge

(617) 864-3278

www.mideastclub.com

The Big Easy

The Big Easy, while only open on weekends, is one of the hottest, craziest spots for Boston-area 20-somethings to let loose and enjoy a night of dancing and partying. For those who still enjoy the Bourbon Street-style atmosphere but want a quieter spot, there is the Cresent Club—a private room on the second floor.

1 Boylston Pl.

Boston

(617) 351-7000

www.bigeasyboston.com

Machine Nightclub

Boston's most known LGBTQ night club. It is 21+ but turns into a 18+ nightclub for two Fridays a month.

1254 Boylston Street

Boston

(617) 536-1950

www.machine-boston.com

Bar ListingsWhat's This?

The Skellig Irish Pub

One of Brandeis' local and popular bars

240 Moody St.

Waltham

(781) 647-0679

www.theskellig.com

The Purple Shamrock

The Purple Shamrock has nightly entertainment, including DJs, live music, and karaoke. They also have a menu consisting of many Irish and New England specialties.

1 Union St.

Boston

(617) 227-2060

www.purpleshamrockboston.com

Wonder Bar Nightclub

This is the perfect place to stop for a drink or two with friends, or to relax after a hard week of classes, the Wonder Bar has decent prices for beers and cocktails.

186 Harvard Ave.

Allston

(617) 351-2665

www.wonderbarboston.com

T.T. the Bear’s Place

One of the few under-21 venues in Boston, it hosts many great local bands and plenty of indie acts seven nights a week.

10 Brookline St.

Cambridge

(617) 492-0082

www.ttthebears.com

Jillian’s of Boston

Jillian’s offers over 50,000 square feet of upscale entertainment, featuring over 50 pool tables, darts, blackjack, virtual games, table tennis, interactive video games, and more. Valet parking is available.

145 Ipswich St.

Boston

(617) 437-0300

www.jilliansboston.com

The House of Blues

After the Avalon closed in 2008, The House of Blues took over as a larger, more impressive venue in the same location. It is now the stop in Boston for touring bands.

15 Landsdowne St.

Boston

(888) 693-2583

www.houseofblues.com

The Mad Raven

The Mad Raven is the most popular bar for Brandeis students, especially Wednesdays. They offer jazz nights, trivia nights, and private parties.

841 Main St.

Waltham

(781) 894-8188

www.ravenpubs.com

Joe Sent Me

This bar has a little bit of everything. With plasma TVs for sports fans, wireless Internet for the e-mail obsessed, good food, and a good beer selection, its no wonder it was voted one of the “Great Eight Pubs” in New England by the Phantom Gourmet.

849 Main St.

Waltham

(781) 894-3153

www.joe-sent-me.com

What to Do if You're Not 21What's This?

Unfortunately, the Boston club scene is not very friendly to those under 21. It is probably best just to stick around campus, where there is usually some fun activity.

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