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Comparable Schools'
Nightlife Grades:
Quick StatsUseful Resources for Nightlife
- www.ithacatimes.com
- www.theithacajournal.com
Student Favorites
- Castaways
- Micawber’s
- Moonshadow Tavern
- The Haunt
- The Nines
Primary Areas with NightlifeLocal Specialties
- Ithaca Beer
- Ithaca Pale Ale
Other Places to Check Out
- Chanticleer
- Chapter House
- Kelly’s Dock-Side Café
- O’Leary’s Irish Pub
- Republica
Favorite Drinking Games
- Beer pong
- Card games
- Flip cup
Cheapest Place to Get a Drink
Moonshadow Tavern
College Prowler Take
If Cornell and IC students have one thing in common, they both know how to have a good time. Living in a college town has definite perks. Bars and taverns line the streets, and students find parties to attend very easily. Since walking back up the hill can be hard when someone had too much to drink, most don’t walk to bars, they either take the bus or have a designated driver. The clubs have a variety of themed music nights and attract talented local bands. While there are parties on campus, students tend to go off campus to find a place to party. House parties are an every-weekend occurrence, and frat parties at Cornell are popular with the under-21 crowd. In their first few weeks on campus, many freshmen are eager to experience “college life” and head to Cornell to get drunk. The beer is cheap and the opposite sex is eager, but many outgrow the phase and find other places to go. While on some nights the under-21 crowd isn’t permitted in clubs, college freshmen and sophomores can find an abundance of places to go. Many carry fake IDs to drink at bars or get into shows, but it’s not recommended. For those of legal age, bars like Micawber’s and Benchwarmers know what students want and offer plenty of specials to keep the students coming back happy. If you’re looking for a good time, you’re guaranteed to find it at IC. Students Speak Out
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Parties on campus are lame, but I...
Parties on campus are lame, but I don’t really like parties anyway. |
Anonymous says: |
One of the only problems I see...
One of the only problems I see with the nightlife is that there aren’t really any bars within walking distance of the College. You could walk to the Commons if you wanted to, but walking back up the hill is horrible. A lot of places are over 21, but some are 18 and over if you don’t want to drink. |
Anonymous says: |
There is no shortage of things to...
There is no shortage of things to do in Ithaca at night or on the weekends. (It’s great to be in a college town.) There are lots of bars and cafés, both on the Commons and in Collegetown. There are also a few dance clubs, although there are fewer now than when I first came to college. ‘80s night at the Haunt on Saturdays is always popular. There are always several places where you can go to see live music, usually local bands. |
Anonymous says: |
There seems to be a party every...
There seems to be a party every weekend on this campus. Some of the streets out the back entrance of campus are totally populated by students, so house parties are common. |
Anonymous says: |
It’s hit or miss for parties on...
It’s hit or miss for parties on campus. I can only recommend Micawber’s as a good bar. |
FactsClub Crawler
Most clubs around Ithaca are filled with IC and Cornell students looking to have a good time after a busy week. Students have to be at least 18 to get in, and some nights the clubs will only permit students over 21. Make sure to call ahead to find out the event and the minimum age requirement.
Bar Prowler
There are a number of bars in the Ithaca area, and they are all quite popular with IC students. Students take advantage of the great drink and food specials that the bars have to offer.
Club Listings
Oasis is a progressive dance club open to men and women of all ages and sexual orientations. They feature Latin, swing, tango, and Top 40 dance music. They allow under-21-year olds in, and have a bar for those able to drink
Bar Listings
Live music entertains students 18 and over. Come for happy hour drink specials and DJs spinning requests.
Located along the waterfront, this is a popular place to kick back and have some fun. Before the music starts, enjoy good food at good prices on the club’s outside deck. Castaways features live music Thursday through Saturday and themed music nights Sunday through Wednesday.
Micawber’s is an Irish pub that is popular with regulars and people downtown during the day. But at night, it is a lively place filled with students for themed parties. Micawber’s 118 N Aurora St. (607) 273-9243
The Nines has some of the greatest pizza around, and it’s a great place to relax, listen to live music, and do a little dancing. You can host an all-you-can-eat pizza party for up to 100 friends.
This is a popular place for students to have a good time, and their specials are great for those on a budget. Moonshadow Tavern 114 Ithaca Rd. (607) 273-8741
This place was named one of America’s top 100 college bars. While the clientele is mostly Cornell students, this establishment draws a variety of people. Rulloff’s Restaurant 411 College Ave. (607) 272-6067 rulloffs.com
When they first opened, they were the only restaurant to serve burgers, and they’re still known for them. They’ve even won wing competitions. Have a drink and watch the game on one of the TVs. Benchwarmers Sports Bar & Grill 214 E State St. (607) 277-7539
What to Do if You're Not 21
Besides the dance clubs that the 21-and-under crowd is permitted in, Ithaca has a number of bowling alleys, movie theaters, shopping areas, and different cafés and restaurants that are popular with all ages.
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