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Nightlife

Quick Stats

Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • Adams Morgan
  • Georgetown
  • Shaw
  • U Street
  • Waterfront (SW)
Student Favorites
  • Love
  • Pure Lounge
Other Places to Check Out
  • Asylum
  • Coyote Ugly
  • Lotus Nightclub
  • Vida Restaurant and Lounge
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Beer pong (Beirut)
  • Kings
  • Never Have I Ever
  • Quarters
Useful Resources for Nightlife
  • The Hilltop
  • www.bardc.com
  • www.washingtoncitypaper.com
  • www.wdc411.com

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

When night falls and it’s time to get your party on, there are a few things to do on campus. Student organizations often host parties during the school year. Compared to other national universities, Howard is not that big of a drinking school. Now, that is not to say that HU students don’t know how to have a good time. Dancing and socializing are definitely big, and most students do frequent a lot of hip-hop and dance clubs in the area, namely Love and Fur. Homecoming, which occurs every year in the third week of October, is a can’t-miss event and has been known to draw hundreds of alumni and students from schools all over the country, especially other HBCUs. Even if you’re not yet 21, you can still enjoy DC’s nightlife, because many of the clubs cater to those who are 18 and older on certain nights.

If you don’t feel like partying, there’s a still lot of stuff to do at night or during any other free time that you may have. For instance, several dance classes are available at HU (salsa, belly-dancing, line-dancing, and tango, just to name a few.) There is always something new to do on campus, and few grow tired of going out in the city. In fact, when students are about to graduate, they usuallly come to the realization that they’ve barely scratched the surface of things to do at Howard and in DC.

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Nightlife at Howard University

QueenieK

'13

Digital and Print Journalism

3.5
B

The Social Scene

Because Howard University is located in our nation's capitol, there is no limit to the type of nightlife that can be found near campus. U Street, located less than five minutes from of the dorms, is noted for its bars and clubs. Other venues, such as The Ultrabar, Love Nightclub, and Fur, partner with Howard students, hosting parties. Shuttles to and from the club to are often provided from the club. Howard parties thrown at these clubs typically only require a student ID, thus allowing underage students to party as well. Other universities also promote parties on Howard's campus and are metro-accessible.

Jan 27, 2012

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Nightlife at Howard University

Babyreg

'14

Chemistry

4.2
A-

Parties

There is always a party or something you can go to. If it is not on campus, then something is happening in DC.

Jan 09, 2012

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Nightlife at Howard University

krstnoverton

'15

Communications

5.0
A+

Its DC

title speaks for itself. if your ever bored, theres a problem. There are ENDLESS possibilities in DC. Always something to do!

Dec 29, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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Facts

Club Crawler

There is a large number of bars and clubs in DC and its surrounding areas. Here are some nightspots in which you are more likely to run into fellow college students, rather than greasy, balding Capitol Hill staffers and politicians:

Bar Prowler

Most of the nightclubs and bars around DC are synonymous, but there are still establishments that cater primarily to those who are out to get smashed and nothing more—most of them being sports bars and the like. Here are some popular ones:

Closing Time

3 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

The 18th Street Lounge

Organization Parties

Organizations have parties in the fall and spring semesters. The parties are usually held off campus at clubs.

Club ListingsWhat's This?

H Street Martini Lounge

This lounge provides a cozy atmosphere chock full of entertainment all within two floors

1236 H St.

(202) 397-1506

Glow

Glow is a haven for techno lovers in DC, showcasing national and international artists in these genres.

714 6th St. NW

(202) 271-1171

www.clubglow.com

Ibiza

Ibiza is an upscale nightclub. Dress to impress always.

1222 First St. NE

(202) 289-8809

Republic Gardens

Republic Gardens offers something for everybody. Music genres range hip-hop to reggae, to jazz and rock.

1355 U St. NW

(202) 232-2229

Love

Love is an upscale nightclub where young, urban professionals and college students mingle and nod their heads to top 40, hip-hop, old school, Latin, and reggae.

1350 Okie St. NE

(202) 636-9030

www.lovetheclub.com

Fur

Fur is a multi-leveled entertainment venue. It’s so upscale that athletic wear, work boots, and hats are not permitted.

33 Patterson St. NE

(202) 289-1859

www.furnightclub.com

9:30 Club

The atmosphere at 9:30 is eclectic. The club has been known to bring in some of the top acts in the country, such as Busta Rhymes, Staind, and the Roots, to name a few.

815 V St. NW

(202) 265-0930

www.930.com

The 18th Street Lounge

18th Street Lounge offers a relaxed atmosphere with an antique feel. Men and women, however, should dress to impress. At 18th, you’ll find blazin’ DJs, dancing, and lots of live performances from emerging artists on the DC music scene.

1212 18th St. NW

(202) 466-3922

www.eslmusic.com

Bar Nun

The atmosphere at Bar Nun is upscale. Music is diverse with hip-hop, R&B, trance, reggae, and old-school melodies.

1326 U St. NW

(202) 667-6680

wdc411.com/411barnun.htm

Eyebar

A trendy nightclub, where the doorstaff decides if they will allow you entry or not. With two floors and a rooftop, Eyebar offers plenty of space to party!

1716 I St. NW

(202) 785-0270

The Black Cat

The Black Cat is a live music venue with some of the best in local, national, and international independent and alternative music. This is the spot for indie, punk, and garage rock bands.

1811 14th St. NW

(202) 667-7960

blackcatdc.com

Bar ListingsWhat's This?

Larry’s Lounge

A true corner bar, the cast of characters at Larry’s reflects the neighborhood: gay and straight, young and old, dressed up or in flip-flops and shorts. The small patio is a great hangout spot.

1836 18th St. NW

(202) 483-1483

Karma

This bar’s funky decor includes African masks, paintings by local artists, and even a golden Buddha statue.

1919 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

(202) 331-5800

Pure Lounge

Pure Lounge boasts dollar drinks each and every Friday with two levels and two DJs. Each day of the week offers something different.

1326 U St. NW

(202) 667-6680

UltraBar

UltraBar has four levels, each offering something different. With a wide variety of music and rotating drink specials each night, bar goers won't be dissapointed.

911 F St. NW

(202) 638-4663

Rosa Mexicano

Rosa is an upscale Mexican restaurant/bar. If you’re into sassy and exotic drinks, this is your place. The pomegranate margaritas are a must!

575 7th St. NW

(202) 783 5522

ESPN Zone

ESPN Zone is the mecca of all things sports related. It has over 230 TVs, including a 16-foot screen, as well as a floor of interactive games. Beware of minimum charges, though.

555 12th St. NW

(202) 783 3776

Apex Nightclub

Apex Nightclub is one of Washington D.C.'s premier gay nightclubs. With two floors and seven full service bars, gaining access to a drink should be no problem.

1415 22nd St. NW

(202) 296-0505

Alero

Alero is a Mexican restaurant by day and a hot spot for drinks by night. With the option of sitting outside, Alero provides the perfect atmosphere to kick back, enjoy the scenery, and have a drink!

1301 U St. NW Suite 113

(202) 462-2322

Bossa

This legendary jazz spot reopened in 2000 after being closed for 30 years. The new owners have restored the music and supper club to its former glory.

2463 18th St. NW

(202) 667-0088

DC Live

On Fridays and Saturdays, a predominantly African American crowd can be found here jamming to hip-hop, reggae, and popular club hits. Be sure to dress to impress.

932 F St. NW

(202) 347 7200

Café Saint-Ex

Saint-Ex is a cool brasserie with a basement-level lounge where an eclectic collection of DJs spin records every night of the week. The first floor is now smoke-free until 11 p.m.

1847 14th St. NW

(202) 265-7839

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

Washington, DC has a plethora of options for the 18-and-over crowd. Students choose anything from the movies to simply hanging out with one another. However, if you’re looking more for a club scene, Fur and LOVE (only on Saturdays) hits the mark!

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