If you are visiting Texas and want to know all of the best places to grab a drink, dance, and party, or you are planning a move to the area and want to know the same, you will want to do some research on the best cities for nightlife in the state.
Depending on what other factors you are interested in, you may be able to narrow down your cities that way. But if an exciting nightlife scene is your top criteria, you will need to have the following best Texas cities for nightlife on your list:
Houston
Houston, Texas is actually considered one of the top party cities in the country. There are plenty of clubs and bars to enjoy a good time, and there are plenty of people out at the clubs and bars to have a good time with. Because the crowd is half the fun at any nightlife establishment!
There is definitely something for every type of crowd in Houston. If you like dancing, you can head to Barbarella for theme night or Etro for great 80s music. If you are in the mood for comedy, check out Houston Improv or The Secret Group. There are also a great variety of bars, honky tonks, and wine bars to choose from in Houston.
Fort Worth
While you might not initially associate Fort Worth with exciting nightlife, the city has developed a good nightlife scene in recent years from clubs and bars to comedy shows and even drive-in movies. If you like having a myriad of options, Fort Worth is the Texas city for you to take in the nightlife scene.
Head to Sundance Square for your pick of options when it comes to nightlife. If you like the idea of a more subdued evening, you can check out everything from the opera to the ballet to live music around Sundance Square Plaza. If you like the typical club or bar scene, that is there as well. You can also check out West 7th Street for similar options.
For a real change-up, you can check out Stockyards Rodeo for a rodeo show or Coyote Drive-in for a movie. If you like the idea of all of this entertainment after dark in one city and are considering a move to the city, there are plenty of apartments for rent in Fort Worth.
Austin
And finally, there is Austin, Texas of “Keep Austin Weird” fame. Of course a city with that motto would make the list for best nightlife. SOme top nightclubs to check out in Austin include The Continental Club, Antone’s Club, and the Elephant Room. Some of these nightclubs in particular are known for their live music. Austin also has plenty of bars, music venues, and more to choose from.
If you love nightlife, you will be right at home in Houston, Fort Worth, and Austin. There is no shortage of clubs, bars, music venues, and more to satisfy your need for an exciting night.
