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Student Favorites		The Lutz Tavern The Pub at the End of the Universe
Other Places to Check Out		The Ambassador Bar & Restaurant The commercial district around Hawthorne Blvd.
Useful Resources for Nightlife		The Portland Mercury The Willamette Weekly

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Most Reedies do not have a strong grasp on Portland’s nightlife. Since the Portland nightlife mostly hinges on being 21 or older, most Reedies either stay on campus, visit off-campus parties, or wait until they are 21 to fully peruse Portland’s selections. Despite the age restrictions, Portland’s club and concert scene doesn’t fail to please. Portland offers numerous clubs with good drinks, live music, and all the dancing you could want.

If you aren’t 21, then coffeehouses and other entertainment options are available, but they aren’t as prevalent as the clubs, concert halls, and bars. Reedies, although generally preferring to party on or around campus, do occasionally leave the library to venture to a theater, coffeehouse, or around town. Additionally, students find that most non-club places (with a few coffeehouse exceptions) close rather early for their tastes, with many places shutting their doors between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. In all, nightlife exists in Portland, but isn’t as conducive to people under 21 as many Reedies would like.

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venechilian

'13

Political Science and Government

F

Plainly, It Sucks

You can't go anywhere if you're underaged. There really aren't any good clubs in Portland if you are over 21 either. At the parties on campus very few people dance. Most people just stand outside drinking their crappy hippster beer trying to make themselves sound smart.

Nov 30, 2011

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tbrandow

'14

Religious Studies

B-

21 and Older

Portland is the City that Sleeps. I'm sorry to say it, but apparently people who live here like to close down between 7 and 9 pm (or even earlier!). That is, unless you're 21+ years old--then there is a more available nightlife. Still, Portland is no LA, NYC, or Vegas. If you're looking for a school with great nightlife, Reed may be better than, say, Amherst, but I'd suggest looking elsewhere.

May 27, 2011

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mnmoonshadow

'13

Linguistics, Interpretation, and Translation

B-

Skip the Clubs

The nightlife in Portland around Reed is for students who are 21 and older. There are only a couple 18-and-older clubs, and they are not very close to campus. On the weekends it is easy to find house parties around Reed, or there might be one of the numerous dance parties being held in the Student Union or the Old Dorm Block. Which are free and have better music anyways. Plus, then there are no worries about having to pay for a cab to get back on campus.

Jul 19, 2010

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Club Crawler

The local clubs, while nothing spectacular, often host musicians and have concerts that Reedies enjoy attending. These clubs are mostly 21 and over because they serve alcohol. The best clubs are as follows, and afterwards are the locations where Reedies attend concerts.

Bar Prowler

Most Reedies do not go to bars. Instead, they buy their own alcohol and drink in the comfort of their own homes. However, when Reedies do go out to drink, there are two particular places that interest them.

Closing Time

2 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

The Lutz Tavern

Organization Parties

Reedies know how to party on campus. Besides the occasional campus bonfire, numerous formals and balls occur throughout the year to satiate the on-campus partying needs; these include Winter Formal, Spring Formal, Harvest Ball, a Masquerade Ball, a Drag Ball, and a Fetish Ball. Additionally, after classes let out in the spring, the campus sponsors a three-day cathartic event called Renn Fayre, where the seniors celebrate the turning-in of their theses and everyone celebrates the end of classes.

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The Ohm

They have all sorts of drinks and a fun atmosphere, including live music and DJs, which is a common spot for scenesters and punk kids.

31 NW 1st Ave.

Portland

(503) 223-9919

Crystal Ballroom

The crystal ballroom hosts a plethora of concerts year-round. Many up-and-coming artists and established favorites play here.

1332 W Burnside St.

Portland

(503) 225-0047

http://www.mcmenamins.com/index.php?loc=2&category=Location%20Homepage

Aladdin Theater and Performance Center

When many big-name artists come to Portland, they play at the Aladdin. The drinks are moderately-priced, and many Reedies frequent events here.

3017 SE Milwaukie Ave.

Portland

(503) 234-9694

www.aladdin-theater.com

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The Pub at the End of the Universe

The Pub has cheap beer and is close to campus. Many Reedies enjoy getting a bit away and relaxing in whatever comfort can be found in a pub. There are pool tables and arcade-style games.

4107 SE 28th Ave.

Portland

(503) 235-0969

The Lutz Tavern

The preferred bar of 21-and-over Reedies, the Lutz offers very cheap Pabst Blue Ribbon beer ($1 per can). Also, there are pool tables and arcade-style games. The Lutz is near many Reed-friendly restaurants (the Delta), so an evening of hitting both the Lutz and these restaurants isn’t uncommon.

4639 SE Woodstock Blvd.

Portland

(503) 774-0353

www.lutztavern.com

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

There are a few options if you’re not 21 and seek a late-night treat and possibly some music. The Pied Cow, mentioned earlier in the Off-Campus Dining section, is open late and has good ambiance. Additionally, there is the Rimsky-Korsakoffee House, which has live music, good treats for snacking, and an interesting bathroom. It is like the aforementioned Pied Cow (from the Off-Campus Dining section) with live music.

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