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Nightlife

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Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • Hartford
  • Main Street
Student Favorites
  • Bar 386
  • Gatekeepers
Other Places to Check Out
  • Cypress Restaurant
  • The Nest
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Beer pong/Beirut
  • Card games (A$$hole)
  • Century club
  • Flip cup
  • Kings
  • Power hour
  • Quarters
Useful Resources for Nightlife
  • www.cityofmiddletown.com
  • www.middletownpress.com

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

In Middletown, if you don't expect too much, you'll love it. Bar night exists, and a few bars are frequented by upperclassmen and the occasional adventurous freshman—but if you come from a city, you're definitely going to notice a difference. Most people don't leave campus when they "go out." As for nightlife on campus, it's pretty hoppin': From dorm room parties to AEPi raves to concerts to experimental dance performances in the '92 to just chillin' on Foss Hill, there's something for everyone.

While Wesleyan may not rank highly on the list of "Schools With Best Beer Pong Tournaments," the party scene is not lacking—it's just different. Many students are determined to "Keep Wesleyan Weird," which involves less bronoodling and more naked drumming. Or—true story—holding hands and running in a big circle really fast, making percussive noises and harmonizing. If that doesn't appeal to you, however, there are also three frats that do traditional fratty things.

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Nightlife at Wesleyan University

chosam23

'15

Political Science and Government

2.3
C

STAY ON CAMPUS

Outside of Bar Nights on Wednesdays, off-campus nightlife is sadly non-existent. This is made up for with a variety of things to do on-campus so don't worry about finding something to do on a weekend night.

Dec 24, 2011

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Nightlife at Wesleyan University

nwildenradt

'15

Economics

4.6
A

Nightlife

Many diverse things going on most every night, whether it be a poetry open mic, a dance party at one of the frats, or a discounted rate at one of the local clubs. Nightlife is focused here primarily on campus, as Middletown has limited options, yet you are guaranteed nearly every night to find something to do. The ride makes rounds through campus every 15 minutes, and can be relied on for safe on-campus transportation (and into Middletown).

Sep 19, 2011

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Nightlife at Wesleyan University

LIH

'15

Anthropology and Archaeology

4.6
A

What's Goin on? Everything.

The nightlife at Wesleyan is really great, and there's something for everyone. The nightlife doesn't revolve around the frats, but I'll start there. Wesleyan has fraternities, which host many parties throughout the weekend (Psi U always holds down for Thursday nights). Eclectic, another frat, has concerts almost every weekend, if not more frequently, and they tend to be great indie bands for little to no cost. There's also quite the nightlife outside of the frats, which is really wonderful. There are dorm parties and organized dances and much more. Along the senior housing streets, there are house parties. What's wonderful is that all of the nightlife happens on campus, so you don't have to spend barely any money to have a good time, almost all events are well attended, and it's all quite easy to get to. If you're not into partying, or just not at the moment, there are tons of other things to do as well. There are always concerts and performances going on at Second Stage or the Center for the Arts, and these are quite inexpensive, and usually quite good. Wesleyan also has a full-sized movie screen which projects movies every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. And beyond that, there's even more to do, and it's almost all inclusive and welcoming to everyone.

Sep 16, 2011

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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

Frats

Organization Parties

Wesleyan organizations love to throw parties, and they range from “best night ever” to “I wish I’d stayed home and watched a movie.” Occasionally, a few groups will join together to throw a larger bash, and these events are much more likely to blow your mind. Students will get invited to these events on Facebook some time in the proceeding weeks, and they take place in houses, rented campus facilities, or frats.

Did You Know?
  • Most seniors have houses around campus, and on weekends, there are often multiple parties going on simultaneously. These parties are occasionally broken up by Public Safety, so be sensible. Some senior houses are on streets completely owned by Wesleyan (designated “Party Streets”), and some are on streets that also house townies (“Quiet Streets”). Neighbors on "Quiet Streets" are much more likely to call in noise complaints.
  • There are countless concerts each semester, where the numerous student bands showcase their talents; student groups also bring in indie bands from all over the Northeast. Eclectic and Beckham Hall are the most likely places to find a concert.

Bar ListingsWhat's This?

La Boca Mexican Restaurant and Cantina

La Boca offers nightly live music, occasional open mic nights, and no cover charge.

520 Main St.

Middletown

(860) 347-4777

www.labocaonline.com

Gatekeepers Tavern

Gatekeeprs is pretty much a hole-in-the-wall joint, but it has excellent service and a cult following.

73 Ferry St.

Middletown

(860) 347-2883

Eli Cannon’s

Eli’s offers the best selection of microbrews, drafts, and bottled beers around. Students often comment on the great variety of liquors for shots, as well! The atmosphere is warm and cozy, and the food is so good students come for dinner and stay for the drinks.

695 Main St.

Middletown

(860) 347-ELIS

www.elicannons.com

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

Thai Gardens

Middletown has a handful of decent coffee shops which are great places to hang out, drink coffee, and talk to locals. Middletown is beginning to develop a reputation as a sort of low-priced hippy town, so talking to people who are around but not part of Wesleyan is always interesting. Places like Thai Gardens are open late and good for late-night snacks and conversation.

300 Plaza Middlesex

Middletown

(860) 346-3322

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