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Bahama Bay at Pier 42 - Listed as the premier spot for African-Americans aged 25 to 40. They play all types of music except for rap. This is the largest outdoor nightclub in Philly. Activities include volleyball, beach barbecue, and a wonderful assortment of elegant cocktails. 950 N. Delaware Ave.
215-829-9799


Black Banana - A predominantly members only club, this is the most exclusive club in the city. Videos are shown on the 1st floor, and dancing is on the 2nd. Non-Members are welcome to join for the night for a rather high $55. American Express Accepted. 3rd and Race Sts.
215-925-4433


Blue Moon Jazz Club - House performers start their sets at 9:30pm. Wednesday through Saturday, and all other nights are open. No cover charge. 21 S. 5th St. at The Bourse
215-413-2272


Bronko Bill's - They have a great western revival at this place. Equipped with a more than adequate sound system, and a 4,000 sq. ft. dance floor, Bronko Bill's offers you to dance your heart out, or just sit back in one of their wonderfully decorated lounges to enjoy a few drinks. Grant Ave. and Bluegrass Rd., Northeast
215-677-8700


Catch a Rising Star - Shows are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 8:30 pm., on Friday and Saturday at 8:30 and 11pm., and on Sunday at 8:30pm. Cover charge is $8 on weeknights and $10 on weekends. Features rising stars from Comedy Central. Breweries and Pubs. 211 South St.
215-440-3131


Chestnut Cabaret - The most popular rock act in Philadelphia, the Cabaret does the best job at bringing in regional, and even national acts, in rock, pop, Rhythm and Blues, and Reggae. Concerts are held Tuesday through Saturday nights. Cover charge varies.
215-382-1201


Circa - Absolutely the hottest new club in the area. Play a variety of music from, house, disco ,pop, and techno. A little something for everybody. Great food served here. Opens at 9pm on Fridays, and Saturdays, cover charge is $5. 1518 Walnut St.
215-545-6800


Curtis Institute of Music - For years the Curtis Institute of Music has produced some of the world's finest musicians. Located just off Rittenhouse Square, most of the productions are free. Student recitals are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Full scale production tickets normally cost around $20. 1726 Locust St.
215-893-5252


Dock Street Brewing - If you're looking for imports, or other rare microbrews, this is no the place to go. Dock Street sells only the beer that it produces. Each glass of carefully prepared ale cost around $2.50. Six varieties to choose from. Live music on Fridays, and Saturdays. 18th and Cherry Sts., Logan Square
215-496-0413


Irish Pub - Open nightly until 2am. The Irish Pub offers good beers in a convenient location. Food is served and lively Irish tunes are played. 1123 Walnut St.
215-925-3311


J.C. Dobbs - When you come to J.C. Dobbs, come here to drink alot and have a great time. Food is served until 1 a.m.. Cover charge is no more than $5. 304 South St.
215-925-4053


Jake and Oliver's - Once an old church, this place now rings loudly with the sounds of techno and house Monday through Saturday. The downstairs of this place is a microbrewery, caters to the 21 and over crowd. Cover charges range from $1 to $10. Comedy Club. 22 S. 3rd St
215-627-4825


KatManDu - The cover charge is a mere $5. Admission includes white sand, palm trees, outdoor pit barbecue, and plenty of places to slip away with that special someone. Pier 25, 417 N. Delaware Ave.
215-629-1101


Love Lounge - Above the Knave of Hearts. Caters to a mid-40's crowd, this is a great place for you and the wife/husband to sneak away to after the kids are in bed. Serves great food, and cocktails. 232 South St.
215-922-3956


Maui - Outfitted in a plush tropical setting, this club features an outdoor beach grill, and volleyball court. Most of the crowd is aged in their 20's and 30's. You have to be young in order to tolerate the noise level in this place. Pier 53, 1143 N. Delaware Ave
215-423-8116


Panorama - Features over 120 different types of wine to choose from. This elegant wine bar is at the back of the Penn's View Inn. Be careful, it's kind of tricky to locate. 14 N. Front St
215-922-7800


Philadelphia Orchestra - The regular season runs from September through May. Tickets cost between $12 and $80, student prices are around $7. The world renowned orchestra led by Wolfgang Sawallisch, performs 102 concerts per year. 30 of them are held on Saturday nights, 18 on Tuesdays, 12 on Friday evenings, and 6 Sunday matinee's. Broad and Locust Sts.
215-893-1900


Samuel Adams Brew House - The Samuel Adams Brew House provides a relaxed environment, and offers you a selection of three home brewed ales. Their is an Oyster House on the first floor. 1516 Sansom St.
215-563-2326


Silk City Lounge - This club is attached to the American Diner for your convenience. It caters to a young crowd, and draws live acts about once a week. Open all night Friday through Sunday. 5th and Spring Garden Sts.
215-592-8838


The Opera Company of Philadelphia - Performances are staged Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. If you miss these shows there are also Sunday matinees. Tickets cost anywhere from $20 to $130. 510 Walnut St. Suite 1600
215-928-2100


Warmdaddy's - Good southern homestyle cooking at this joint. The $8 cover charged is waived with the purchase of dinner. Warmdaddy's just opened in 1995 and now they're one of the best jazz clubs in town. The ambiance is wonderful here as well. Front and Market Sts.
215-627-2500


Xero - One of the most successful and popular clubs/bars in the area. Thursday's cover is $5, which includes food, drink, and dance, and techno deejays set the tune on the weekends. Happy hour is 7pm to 9pm on Friday, and Saturday. 613 S. 4th St.
215-629-0565
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