Feature image: Shotgun Willie’s
Ready to paint the town red in Adelaide City? There’s no shortage of spots to go out, drink, dance, and have a great time. While Hindley Street is known for its nightlife, don’t be fooled – Adelaide City has a lot more to offer beyond one street.
From sipping cocktails with killer rooftop views, to belting out your favourite tunes at a karaoke bar or dancing the night away and enjoying last drinks well past 10pm, the city’s vibrant nightlife scene will keep you partying into the early hours.
Think you know the city? Think again. Better yet – see for yourself. Because nothing compares to tasting it, feeling it, experiencing it. Check out these top 10 spots for a guaranteed fun night out.
Cherry
Cherry has been a staple of Adelaide’s nightlife since opening a few years back. The venue is a popular spot for local DJs and those wanting to boogie to music of all sorts. Cherry is open 8pm to late Friday and Saturday nights and offers a mix of pop, house, rap and more.
85 Hindley St, Adelaide
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CryBaby
CryBaby is the place for all things rock and roll, known for its jukebox cranking out classic hits from the 60s through the 80s. It’s the kind of place where you and your friends can jump up onto the tables, and sing your heart out without a care in the world. Alongside their high-energy tunes is an epic lineup of beer and whiskey, plus all the great classics you crave. With its retro vibe and pool table, CryBaby keeps the party going till 2am every night of the week.
11 Solomon St, Adelaide
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Divide
Divide is Hindley Street’s home for house and techno music. With its boiler room-inspired setup, booming sound system and laser lights, the club offers an immersive experience centred around an intimate dance floor. The space also includes booth seating and an open-air balcony. Divide frequently hosts ticketed events featuring top local and international DJs, and is known for hosting epic afterparties for many of Adelaide’s major festivals.
149 Hindley Street, Adelaide
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Electric Circus
Electric Circus is an industrial-chic nightclub known for its electrifying music and cool club feel, featuring local and international DJs spinning everything from R&B to techno. It’s a popular club for afterparties for heaps of Adelaide festivals (like when Diplo played there after Wildlands in January 2023 and Dom Dolla after the LIV Gold in 2025). If you hear locals referring to a place called ‘ECs’ – this is the spot they’re talking about.
17 Crippen Place, Adelaide
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Mary’s Poppin
Bursting with energy and flair, Mary’s Poppin is a queer venue run by queer people, for queer people (and everyone in between who just wants to have fun). It’s widely celebrated as one of the best LGBTQI+ spots in Australia, and with its colourful theme throughout, delicious cocktails, and a lineup of dazzling events, you’re in for a treat. Plus, each night, their fabulous ‘Mary’s Divas’ light up the stage with nine sensational shows.
5 Synagogue Place, Adelaide
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Rocket Bar and Rooftop
Rocket Bar and Rooftop offers the best of both worlds: an indoor club with a DJ and epic lights on the lower level, and a vibrant outdoor rooftop club above, with yet another DJ. Their drinks menu features premium cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer. The unique rooftop space accommodates up to 100 people, and is great for both a Saturday night out or for private events.
142 Hindley St, Adelaide
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Shotgun Willie’s
Shotgun Willie’s is Adelaide City’s spot for American and country vibes. If you head here, you can expect to hear songs like “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, “Chicken Fried” and “You’re So Vain”, along with hits from Carrie Underwood, to OG Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton. With a ginormous American flag draped across the ceiling, it truly feels like you’ve stepped into a bar in Texas and not in Adelaide. Hot tip: go to the bar and ask for a ‘pickleback shot’ next time you’re there… you won’t regret it.
22 Gilbert Place, Adelaide
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The Cumby
Pub by day, ultimate party venue by night, The Cumby is the ultimate spot for footy punters, party lovers and anyone wanting to get up and dance. With an outdoor beer garden and indoor bars and dancefloor, this is the perfect spot to kick back with good drinks and even better friends. Plus, with sport on the big screens, it’s the ultimate spot to enjoy an evening. Doors from 12pm till late daily!
205 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000
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The Woolshed
If you’ve ever been in and around Adelaide’s party scene, there’s one absolutely iconic country pub turned nightclub that you’re sure to have spent a night or two at. The Woolshed on Hindley has been a favourite of Hindley Street regulars for 25 years, welcoming generations of partiers. Known as an icon in Adelaide’s nightlife scene – whether you love it or hate it – it’s one every partygoer must visit at least once!
94-100 Hindley Street, Adelaide SA 5000
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Zhivago
Zhivago’s is a popular basement nightclub in Adelaide City known for its electric atmosphere and underground vibe. The space features vibrant street art and an industrial look with a raised DJ deck. On the weekends, the club always draws long lines on the weekends of eager partygoers waiting to get in. Inside, the Island Bar serves up affordable drinks, while a stellar lineup of both local and international DJs sets the stage for a night to remember.
54 Currie St, Adelaide
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Adelaide City is packed with extra lively spots like Two Suns, Hindley Street Music Hall and Sol Rooftop. Get your friends together and head out for a night to suss it our for yourself – it’s sure to be a lot of fun.
