Fluid is a dark and intimate discotheque that offers a taste of authentic Philadelphia. Fluid arrived on the Philadelphia nightlife scene in 1997, providing an eclectic range of music and atmosphere. The club's special nights feature a focus on jungle, drum and bass, hip hop, and break beat on a weekly basis.
Funk, house, soul, and trance fans will also find a weekly event at Fluid to suit their style and dance tastes. With a solid reputation in the dance club field, Fluid brings in guest artists and draws big names from the national and international dance club scene to Philadelphia.
Past artists who have performed here are DJ Jazzy Jeff, Goldie and Bad Company. In 2008, Fluid was awarded a top three spot in the best dance cubs by the Philadelphia Citysearch website.
Fluid offers free admission between its opening at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. The cover charge is $5 after 10 p.m. and $2 drinks are available until midnight (as of February 2010). A dress to impress dress code is recommended.
Fluid Dance Club
613 S. Fourth St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 629-3686
fluidnightclub.com
Shampoo is a large dance club that features three rooms offering separate atmospheres and musical tastes. Shampoo allows admission to 17 year olds, but patrons must be 21 to drink alcohol. An official government ID is required and is stringently checked. A dress to impress dress code is recommended.
Various theme nights are offered on a regular basis at Shampoo. For example, Valentine's Day is marketed as "red night" with red enforced in the dress code, adding to the atmosphere.
Shampoo was recognized with the Best of Citysearch award in 2008 by the Philadelphia Citysearch website.
Shampoo Dance Club
417 N. Eighth St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 922-7500
shampooonline.com
The Recess Lounge dance club is partnered with the Manyunk Social Club and is located in the heart of Philadelphia's old city. This is a member's only club, so you must sign up for membership before you can purchase alcoholic drinks.
Recess features a young and energetic crowd that fills the dance floors. House, trance, hip hop, and soul are regularly featured. Recess Lounge has received rave reviews in the media. The Philly 2 Philly website describes it as a privilege that adds excitement to the city's nightlife.
The Recess Lounge
125 S. Second St.
Philadelphia, PA, 19106
(215) 351-9026
recesslounge.com