While Boston may be known for its rich American history, the Red Sox and the television show "Cheers," there is a vibrant nightlife that goes beyond sports bars and Irish pubs. Boston nightclubs can be found throughout the city center, including the popular Downtown Crossing district. This business and entertainment district attracts visitors and locals for work, dining, shopping and nightlife. Clubs in this area and nearby in the city center offer a variety of music styles, entertainment options, dress codes and cover charges on various nights of the week and often offer different themes or music choices each night.
Open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday, the four levels of Felt include a restaurant (open until 10 p.m.), VIP areas, billiards tables, top-shelf bars and a dance floor. Free games of pool are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis on Tuesday through Friday nights, and nightclub events are hosted each week (check Felt's website for updates on DJs, bands, covers and RSVP requirements). Felt's dress code does not allow casual attire like sportswear, sports T-shirts, sneakers, hats or work boots.
Felt Boston
533 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
617-350-5555
feltclubboston.com
Named after the Latin American drink, Mojitos Lounge is located in downtown Boston, within walking distance of public parking and transportation. Mojitos hosts DJs from 10 p.m. on Thursdays and 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, who spin a mix of Latin dance tunes like Merengue, Salsa and Reggaeton and international music until 2 a.m. There is a cover charge and no sportswear (baseball caps, sports jerseys, sneakers) is permitted. Check the Mojitos website for special events like free admission for ladies before 11:30 p.m., reduced admission for students (must be over 21), and free dance lessons or dance performances.
Mojitos Lounge
48 Winter Street
Boston, MA 02108
617-988-8123
mojitoslounge.com
Venu hosts a range of music and entertainment during the week and on weekends. Regular events include house and top 40 music on Tuesdays, Latin night on Wednesdays, a mix of Latin, house, and hip-hop on Fridays, top 40 and dance music on Saturdays and international music on Sundays. There is a charge for admission and VIP services are available. Women should wear evening attire--cocktail dresses or designer jeans--while men need collared button-down dress shirts and hard-bottom shoes in order to be admitted. The club can also be rented for private events on Mondays, Thursdays and Sundays. Check the website for upcoming events, cover charges, guest lists, and all the specifics on DJs and entertainment at Venu.
Venu
100 Warrenton St.
Boston, MA 02116
617-338-8061
venuboston.com
