Seattle is a popular spot for tourists looking to explore the music scene that sparked the careers of bands such as Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Jimi Hendrix. Spend days exploring the The Space Needle, Pikes Place Market and the Jimi Hendrix Experience museum and then take to the local clubs at night. If you are not quite 21, a number of local clubs cater to those aged 18 and above.
The Lo-Fi Performance Gallery attracts a young hip crowd interested in art and music. The vibe of the space is fun and colorful and a constantly rotating schedule of events takes place. Depending on the night that you are there, you may end up checking out an display, photography showcase or live band. Local DJs also take to the club on a regular basis to spin music that includes genres such as hip-hop, house, dance, techno and electronica. Patrons aged 18 and over are welcome at the club.
Lo-Fi Performance Gallery
429 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98109
206-254-2824
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Noc Noc is a popular destination for fans of loud music infused with heavy bass tones and rock guitar riffs. The atmosphere at Noc Noc is chaotic and fun and that is the point. Flashing plasma displays show music videos and camera shots of the dance floor while DJs spin tracks on a high-end sound system. A colorful light show blasts the dance floor with lights that move to the beat of the music. A menu of appetizers is served, a full bar is offered and sells non-alcoholic drinks to those between the ages of 18 and 20 and pool tables and couches sit adjacent to the dance floor.
Noc Noc
1516 2nd Ave
Ste 104
Seattle, WA 98101
206-223-1333
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The Washington Dance Club offers guests under the age of 21 a place to dance, party and relax in an atmosphere that does not allow alcohol or smoking. The space is part instructional studio and part dance club. During the week, students interested in learning how to dance head to the space for lessons in dances such as ballroom, the fox trot, salsa, break and tango. After your lessons are learned, you can visit the club between Friday and Sunday nights when the space holds dance parties.
Washington Dance Club
1017 Stewart St.
Seattle, WA 98101
206-628-8939
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