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Grinnell students study hard and party hard. Every weekend there’s at least one party going on, so drunken debauchery is never lacking. The most well-known parties are the Harris parties. School-based groups fund them, and students frequently find people at their doors collecting for beer money. Most theme parties vary from creative to mundane. These include the Underwear Ball, Halloween Masquerade Party, Fetish Party, and a cross-dressing party named after the Mary B. James dorms. They include loud music, lots of dancing, cool light effects, and copious amounts of free beer. Someone throws a Harris party almost every weekend, and the administration has no problem.

Dorm parties, while less popular, also occur frequently. They take place in some random residence hall and may or may not include loud music and lights. They almost always include alcohol, and many cup-wielding organizers will show up to beg for donations for these events. There is also a bar that tends to be open at all hours called Rabbit's Tavern, but it caters mainly toward town residents who work night jobs.

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Nightlife at Grinnell College

mangobird

Anthropology and Archaeology '15

4.2

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Good Scene on Campus

Good parties on campus most weekends, with a couple every term that are especially fun and involve the whole campus.

Jan 18, 2012

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Ezk1993

Political Science and Government '15

3.8

B+

Oh Harris

Nightlife at Grinnell leaves a lot to be desired. There is not always something "major" going on. Now with that said Grinnellians are very creative so it is not hard to find something to do. The best and worst activity every Saturday is Harris, this is a dance party open to all students. The themes change every week and there is usual beer but Harris gets boring very fast. With good friends and a little creativity it is not hard to have a great weekend

Oct 13, 2011

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Anonymous

Grinnell College Student

4.6

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Make It What You Want

Most nightlife takes place on campus or in houses. The best thing is that you can really make of the night what you want. The school is great about providing concerts and entertainment options. However, if you'd rather hang with some friends and maybe have a few drinks thats always an option.

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