Where to Dance to Your Favorite Genres in Philadelphia

Philadelphia’s nightlife can act as a time machine to your favorite music eras. With nights dedicated to genres that span 90s hip-hop throwbacks to disco fever dream dance floors, this city knows how to throw a themed party. Here’s where to relive the best beats of every decade and vibe.

Shadowplay at The Barbary

Step into the dark side with Shadowplay, The Barbary’s iconic goth and darkwave night. Dance to a mix of post-punk, synth-pop, and dark electronic. The crowd brings the look, so don’t hold back.

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Abbarama and Rhythm of the Night at Dolphin Tavern

Dolphin Tavern goes all out with its themed nights. Abbarama takes you back to the glittery, disco-infused era of ABBA, while Rhythm of the Night serves up ‘90s house hits that will keep you moving until last call. 

Law’s Lair at Warehouse on Watts

Law’s Lair is where House, Club, Funk, and Bruk collide. This party at Warehouse on Watts is a must for those who love heavy beats and immersive dance floors. Get lost in it. 

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Hard Candy at Franky Bradley’s

Craving a night dedicated to dance bangers and diva anthems? Hard Candy brings you a healthy mix of pop, electro, and disco. Come ready to sing along and sweat it out.

C.O.C.K.S at Silk City

When your night simply is not complete without pop bangers and queer anthems, C.O.C.K.S at Silk City is your scene. The playlist is stacked with music from Charli XCX, Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Kim Petras, Sabrina Carpenter, and beyond. It’s colorful and campy!

Philadelphia’s themed nights are a way to escape, relive the past, and enjoy some of the present, too. If you’re looking for more ways to dance through Philadelphia’s nightlife scene, check out our latest guide to the Top Nightclubs in Philadelphia, featuring the hottest spots to party from dusk till dawn. See you out there!