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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.
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 from 4pm 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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Electra House Hotel
Electra House, a heritage-listed building from 1901, is the go-to spot for any kind of event, from birthdays and weddings to work functions. It’s known for its cocktails and vibrant nightlife, but there’s so much more to discover inside. Recently, its versatile spaces for private events have become a hit. The Chamber Bar is a laid-back hangout with cozy booths, and a jaw-dropping 30-foot ceiling, while the stunning Garden Bar is a relaxed space where you can chill surrounded by lush greenery in a charming outdoor setting.
131 King William St, 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 Dom Dolla and Diplo played there after Wildlands in January 2023). 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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La Sing
La Sing is Adelaide City’s ultimate karaoke bar, and the perfect place to end a big night. With its stage, screen, and lyrics at the ready, you can grab the mic and belt out whatever song you choose. La Sing attracts some of the most fun and colourful characters from around the city, and every visit there is sure to be a memorable one.
261 Gouger St, 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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Sugar
Sugar has been a staple of Adelaide’s nightlife scene for ages and is affectionately referred to as an ‘institution.’ Recently, the Gonzo Group, the masterminds behind Shotgun Willie’s and Cry Baby, have taken charge. The venue features a range of entertainment from cabaret to comedy (especially during Fringe season), and is a popular spot for both local and international DJs. Sugar is open late every night, and offers a mix of bass, house, and techno music, alongside five pool tables and a delicious cocktail menu.
Unit 1/274 Rundle 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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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 weekend, 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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All of these nightlife spots are featured on SeeADL, and the fun doesn’t end with this list of 10. Adelaide City is packed with extra lively spots like the Crown and Anchor, the Hindley Street Music Hall and Hellbound Wine Bar. 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.
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