The best dance clubs in the U.S. to party all night

Vibe: Tourists looking for a good time. 

Big, bold and over-the-top—Las Vegas nightclubs never fail to deliver the ultimate nightlife experience. And if it's dancing you want, head to the 75,000-square-foot Omnia at Caesars Palace, where you can join the masses, popping bottles and dancing to DJs like Steve Aoki and Zedd under a huge revolving chandelier.

Getting in: You could exercise your anxiety at the door… or you could just purchase a ticket in advance. 

Time Out tip: TAO Group, which operates many of the major clubs in Vegas like Hakkassan and Tao Beach Club, now offers a Party Pass, which grants access to all of their venues on the date purchased, guaranteeing a full day of club hopping. 

Vibe: Glamorous megaclub with fist-pumping energy.

As seen on TV and heard in rap lyrics by everyone from Kanye West to Drake, LIV sets the standard for megaclubs worldwide. Nestled inside the lobby of the historic Fontainebleau Miami Beach, LIV is at once opulent and turnt beyond belief. The industry's top DJs spin here alongside a regular program of huge DJs and rap stars. And the stars show up to worship; you never know who you’ll catch behind the DJ booth. 

Getting in: Unless you get there with a gaggle of well-dressed girls or know a promoter, prepare to pay a hefty, three-figure cover. 

Dress code: Your sexiest outfit, but sexier.

Vibe: Chic, cool and quintessentially New York. 

This place has it all. Located at The Standard High Line in the Meatpacking District, Le Bain & The Rooftop boasts some of the best views over downtown Manhattan, quality cocktails, vibrant music and even a Jacuzzi. Outside offers comfortable lounge furniture and artificial turf as you watch the sun set to the west over Hoboken, then as the temperature drops a little, you can move inside to a more traditional nightclub aesthetic with black tiled walls, black leather sofas and a disco ball hanging above that hot tub. 

Getting in: Reservations aren’t required, but if you want to skip the line, you can reserve a table through Resy for $60 to $118 minimum per person—which you’ll probably end up spending anyway. 

Dress code: All black or something flamboyantly cool. Your go-to dancing shoes.

Vibe: Bass drops and bottle pops.

Offering four different experiences under the roof of the MGM Grand casino, this nightclub, paired with a restaurant concept, offers artisanal mixology and talent collaborations across many musical genres. The London-based Asian-fusion brand began in London’s West End and imports world-class DJs and artists for an exceptional night out.

Getting in: If you're on a guest list, ensure you're at the front of the line by the cut-off time, typically around midnight. Otherwise, splitting into smaller groups can sometimes ease the entry process.

Time Out tip: There’s no such thing as a cheap night on the strip. Expect drink prices to be well over $25—and we’re just talking singles. 

Vibe: Where partying until sunrise takes a literal tone.

If you haven’t ended up on the Space terrace at sunrise, did you even go out in Miami? This downtown institution is less of a club and more of a rite of passage—open until the birds are chirping, with a crowd that runs the gamut from fashion kids to full-blown techno lifers. The programming leans electronic, with marathon sets from big-name DJs (think Jamie Jones, The Martinez Brothers, Amelie Lens) and local talent that keeps the pulse of the city thumping. Downstairs is darker and heavier; upstairs is open-air sunrise magic.

Getting in: Lines are long, especially after 2am, so come early to avoid this and higher cover charges. Or you could do as the locals do: wake up at 6am and head to the club, because true Space Invaders know to ride at dawn. 

Dress code: Anything goes, truly. Clubwear, ravewear, tank tops, tube tops—just wear something you can sweat in ‘til past 8 am, when the night’s—yes, you read that right—“night’s”— headliners are sometimes known to go on. 

Vibe: A maximalist dream of glitter, aerialists, martinis and joy.

Only in Bushwick could a club like House of Yes exist—and truly thrive. Equal parts dance party, performance art venue, and grown-up dress-up box, this anything-goes warehouse is a temple to self-expression. Themed nights range from disco utopias to circus cabarets, with DJs, drag, and high-flying aerial acts fueling the chaos. Consent, creativity, and costumes are the unspoken dress code here, and the more outrageous the better.

Getting in: Tickets almost always sell out in advance, especially on weekends. Arrive early for shorter lines—or go all in with VIP entry if you feel flush.

Dress code: Wild, weird, and whatever makes you feel most you. There’s no such thing as overdressed at House of Yes.

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Vibe: Like an in-person discover page for indie acts. Also, sweaty.

This twin club complex (The Echo plus the Echoplex) packs in an Eastside crowd for all flavors of indie rock, dub, reggae and electronica. Both are known for adventurous bookings that introduce the crowd to brand-new music. Over the years, big-name bands that have played here include Green Day, Nine Inch Nails, Incubus, Kendrick Lamar, Lorde, The Rolling Stones and more—often before they got huge. 

Getting in: Entry is easy. Buy a ticket, support an artist!

Dress code: Come as you are. 

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Vibe: Gay! Dancing! Inclusivity! 

It’s certainly no secret that gay bars are often host to some of a city’s best dance parties, and The Saloon is no exception. Inclusive, low-key fun is the name of the game here: coming together on the dance floor is what this club is all about. From karaoke to drag queen nights to contests and charity events, the club’s calendar is always packed: look for Sunday evening’s steamy shower contest (with a decent cash prize); DJ performances and a day-long happy hour from noon to 7pm.

Getting in: No stress, just walk right in. 

Time Out tip: Don’t miss the drag shows, which sometimes double as full-blown musicals. 

Vibe: Warehouse rave for trendy house heads

If you’ve ever wondered what a night at Paradise Garage might have felt like, Good Room is a modern-day expression. Launched by nightclub veterans who know exactly what music lovers want, this Brooklyn joint offers a traditional bar scene but with a party club vibe: all with a cool, welcoming spirit and lots of room(s) to dance. Needless to say, the sound system is beyond awesome, with everything from deep house to jungle, disco to trance reverberating the room. In 2022, the club won the “Best Small Club” award from DJ magazine.

Getting in: Buy tickets in advance, which usually cost between $11 and $35, depending on the night or the DJ's notoriety. 

Time Out tip: This is a late-night spot, so if you want to catch it during the peak party, come around or after midnight. 

Vibe: Opulence. Smoke guns. Lines. 

There is nothing XS about this place. 'Inspired by the sexy curves of the female body'—oh my!—this super-flashy dance club with an 8,000-person capacity is the glitzy, over-the-top nighttime experience that Sin City visitors flock to. DJs like Diplo and Chainsmokers cater to two audiences, heavy spenders and hot girls crammed into tables stacked like stadium seats on one side of the booth, and peripheral club goers enjoying crisp desert air around the Wyn’s pool on the other. 

Getting in: Akin to a cattle farm, ticket holders and non ticket holders alike are ushered into a line that wraps around the Wyn’s ballrooms, then into a holding area, where it is determined what tier you are in, and then into another line if you want to actually get inside the club and not linger around the pool. For the best experience, buy a table, flirt with someone with a table, or come early with a healthy budget for the bar.  

Dress code: Tight dresses and heels, statement button downs and designer sneakers—the blingy outfits you never get to wear at home. 

Vibe: Mega club with old Hollywood charm.

Completed in 1927, Avalon’s nearly 100-year run is a feat in itself—how on earth does such a space maintain its staying power? A 24-hour operating license certainly helps. So does a knack for booking global DJ phenoms, its sheer size and grandiosity, and a custom sound system that delivers one of the most delightfully chest-thumping experiences in L.A. Not into the untz untz? Bardot, Avalon’s adjacent multi-lounge space, offers multiple rooms where you can intimately listen to music and graze on bar bites. 

Getting in: The door is busiest between midnight at 2am, so arrive before then for easy entrance. After 2am, the party moves up to Bardot.

Time Out tip: Don’t just get swept up by the big names on Avalon’s roster. School Night at Bardot has long been a launch pad for today’s biggest stars, from Billie Eilish to Rüfüs Du Sol. Keep up on social to see when the next show is. 

Vibe: House and techno temple.

This beautiful, subterranean nightclub has been around for decades. It showcases the best of dance and music, including international cutting-edge DJs. A dozen music residents are in-house, along with a handful of guests, to up the ante and get the sick beats flowing. Smartbar's cozy confines and European sound system make it an ideal place to lose yourself in dance.

Getting in: Loud birthday groups, bachelorette tiaras, or bar-hopping packs raise red flags for the door crew. A quiet, confident energy goes farther than an outfit ever will here, so keep your crew tight or brave a solo night.

Time Out tip: Smartbar regulars often get guest list codes or reduced entry links directly from the DJ or promoter's Instagram stories. A quick follow can save you $10–20.

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Vibe: Industrial rave cathedral with a Texas-sized sound system.

Set in an industrial pocket of East Austin, this warehouse-turned-rave palace is where the city's techno pulse truly kicks in. Since opening, Concourse has become the crown jewel of Austin's electronic scene—massive, minimal, and laser-focused on sound. Expect global headliners (think Honey Dijon, Tale of Us, Charlotte de Witte), local DJ collectives, and a crowd that knows its BPMs. The setup is modular and ever-morphing: one night it's an intimate club night, the next it’s a full-scale festival with smoke cannons and strobes you’ll feel in your chest.

Getting in: Tickets are usually cheaper online than at the door, and headliners often go on late—so pace yourself. There’s limited parking, so ride shares are the move.

Dress code: Zero pretense. Come in your rave gear, workwear, or straight off a flight—it’s Austin, after all.

Vibe: Intimate disco lounge.

Once you've aged out of Miami's super clubs or simply ready to graduate to a more refined nightlife experience in the city, this South Beach cocktail lounge is the answer. Things kick off slow and steady with live jazz daily until 10pm, and inch their way to livelier and louder as DJs take over until late. Expect a fun, intimate vibe under the glow of a spinning disco ball.

Getting in: Unlike other Miami clubs, you won’t feel weird getting here before 10pm, when you can grab a cocktail and listen to live jazz from the comfort of the venue's plush velvet couches. After that, expect a line that snakes around the block and a dance floor where elbows and shoulders get a lot of action bumping around. 

Time Out tip: Medium Cool is renowned for its innovative cocktails. Don't hesitate to ask the bartenders for their recommendations or try their unique twists on classics.

Vibe: A party that’s anything but mission style. 

This historic dive bar, formerly known as the Elbo Room—and originally built as a mortuary—has been revived as the Valencia Room, where it’s all about la cultura of the Mission District.  Expect a weekly lineup of DJs spinning reggaeton, hip hop, and top 40, with an occasional Bollywood party thrown in.  It can get a bit crowded at times, which also means there's often a line outside to get in. Upstairs you'll find a spacious second floor that's used a bit more for lounging and live music. 

Getting in: Entry is free on weekends with RSVP, so long as you arrive before 11pm. After that, you’ll need to line up and pay cover. On weekdays, it’s free all night long.

Dress code: Casual and sexy. Think jeans and a hot top or mini dress for girls, trendy sneakers and t-shirts for guys. 

Vibe: Where the only boots made for walkin’ are made of latex and rhinestones.

Who says cover bands and country singers are the only entertainment in Nashville? Play offers dance nights with a roster of resident DJs and live entertainment with weekly special guests. The drinks aren't expensive, the staff is polite and courteous, and the thrice-weekly, three-times-a-night Play Mates Drag Show is a standout performance. Everyone is welcome here, and the focus is on having the best night possible.

Getting in: Drag performances typically occur at 9:00 PM, 11pm, and 1am on Fridays and Saturdays. Arriving early ensures you don't miss the show and can find optimal viewing spots. Reservations are recommended, especially for big groups… like bachelorettes. 

Time Out tip: Drag performers appreciate tips during their shows. Having small bills on hand allows you to show your appreciation.

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Vibe: Hymns swapped for house bands.

Another mortuary turned nightclub in San Francisco, The Chapel, offers live shows under a 40-foot-high arched ceiling thanks to its former life as a place of worship. These days, the altar is reserved for guitars and synths, hosting a lineup that spans indie darlings, psych rockers, Afrobeat collectives, and the occasional disco revival. It’s moody in all the right ways, with stained glass, candlelight, and a mezzanine view that makes even the most casual Tuesday night feel like a special occasion.

Getting in: It’s best to buy tickets in advance to avoid a surcharge at the door. If you’re a super fan, get there early as shows are only general admission and standing room.

Time Out tip: Enjoy San Francisco’s cool nights on the outdoor patio, or get food and drinks at the Curio Bar, which features many clocks, Victorian dioramas, vintage lighting, and other elements that hark back to the club’s original use.

Vibe: A three-floor temple to techno where the sound system is the headliner.

No velvet ropes, no pyro, no confetti cannons—just a brutally clean Funktion-One setup and the kind of DJ bookings that make Berliners jealous. Flash sits quietly in the Shaw neighborhood, but inside, it pulses with world-class house, techno, and electronic selectors. The main floor is a minimal, acoustically dialed dance box; upstairs, the Green Room rooftop offers open-air sets with skyline views and a solid cocktail list. It’s proof that you don’t need Vegas-style spectacle to throw a transcendent party—just the right crowd and really good sound.

Getting in: Advance tickets are recommended, especially for big-name bookings. Headliners often play late, so don’t burn out by 11pm.

Time Out tip: Don’t sleep on the weeknight lineups—some of the most intimate, genre-pushing sets happen on off-nights, and the rooftop is reason enough to show up early.

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Vibe: A roving, late-night ritual channeling the spirit of underground raves past.

Twelve years in a gritty basement below a men’s bathhouse would shape any party’s character, and for Hot Mass, it became the stuff of underground legend. Now in 2025, the party has outgrown its original home—but not its spirit. As the crew renovates a new permanent space, Hot Mass lives on in a roving format, popping up in raw, often unannounced venues across Pittsburgh. It’s as close as you’ll get to the early days of rave culture: no-frills spaces, long sets, a sound system that matters, and a crowd that shows up ready to move. They book acts with taste and intention—queer collectives, hard techno selectors, Detroit legends, and minimal heads alike. The party usually starts late on Saturday and doesn’t let up until Sunday is well underway.

Getting in: Events still tend to sell out fast, and details (including location) often drop via email or socials close to the date.

Time Out tip: Join the mailing list and trust the process. Whether it’s a warehouse, art space, or club-turned-sauna by 5 a.m., you’ll find the dance floor—just like always.