Washington, D.C.'s active nightlife includes several urban nightclubs for those who are 18 and over. Some of them are only available for under 21 on certain nights. However, there are a few clubs that are dedicated full time to 18 to 20 year olds.
LOVE nightclub is D.C.'s largest nightclub and was formerly known as "Dream." It features four floors, all with different themes. LOVE is available for 18 and up on Saturday nights from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. They do enforce a dress code that does not permit anything that could be considered casual, such as sneakers or ripped jeans, and they encourage their patrons to dress in a manner that is stylish and sophisticated. (see Reference 1)
LOVE Nightclub
1350 Okie Street NE
Washington, D.C. 20002
(202)746-1736
lovetheclub.com
The Muse nightclub offers its patrons three different levels, each with its own style and music genre. The Muse features a number of different dj's on any given night, so The Muse offers a little something for everyone. The Muse is available to patrons 18 and up on Thursdays from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., and Fridays from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Muse requires its patrons to adhere to their dress code standards, which include no casual wear. (see Reference 2)
The Muse Nightclub and Lounge
717 6th Street NW
Washington, D.C., 20001
(202)842-9800
museloungedc.com/
Ultrabar Nightclub in D.C. is one of the few clubs that services exclusively those ages 18 and up. It has five different floors, four of which serve as dance floors, and offers free passes to its patrons through its website. Ultrabar enforces a strict dress code that prevents wearing hats, baggy jeans, Timberland boots, sneakers, t-shirts, and athletic wear. The Washington Post voted Ultrabar as being your "Best bet for dance floor action." (see Reference 3)
Ultrabar Nightclub
911 F Street Northwest
Washington, D.C. 20004
(202) 638-4663
ultrabardc.com
