7 Best Dance Clubs and Venues in Connecticut!

Grab your high heels, don your favorite top and head out for a glitzy night on the town at one of Connecticut’s great dance clubs. Or, step into your cowboy boots and get prepared to stomp and line dance in a country music dance club. Connecticut has plenty of options when it comes to fun nights out with friends. Check out Connecticut’s 7 dance clubs and venues get ready to spin, stomp, and twirl.

Cadillac Ranch Restaurant, Southington, CT

With country line dancing and a mechanical bull, a night spent at Cadillac Ranch is surely something to remember. There are also country-western dance lessons several nights per week and karaoke on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday nights. 

Toad’s Place, New Haven, CT

This highly-rated live music venue and dance club recently celebrated its 40th year and is considered a local institution. With a variety of live music most nights of the week, Toad’s Place is popular among music-lovers and those who love to dance. While it is considered a music venue first, Toad’s regularly hosts dance nights. On Saturdays, Toad’s hosts their “Original Saturday Night Dance Party” for local college students. It’s packed to the brim every weekend! 

Club Vandome, New Haven, CT

Playing hip hop, reggaeton, and bachata, this club is sure to get your feet moving to the infectious beat. Loosen up with their signature drink, the scorpion bowl, which is an extra large sized bowl of tasty liquor best slurped through long straws and shared with friends. This 21 and over club and visitors should dress to impress.

BAR, New Haven, CT

BAR is a hopping club in downtown New Haven with an excellent selection of beer served in half-pint, pint, and pitcher sizes. With a full kitchen, they also serve pizza and salads to keep you fueled for a late night out. Keep in mind that BAR has a $10 cover and a discounted cover for college students with a valid ID who are over 21.

Shish Kebab House of Afghanistan, West Hartford, CT

Shish Kebab House, a restaurant during the day and dance club at night, is a 20-year-old establishment loved by locals. Visitors looking for upbeat, yet traditional dance music favor their house music. With a huge drink menu to get you lubricated for dancing, you are sure to find something that suits your taste.

Partners Bar & Nightclub, New Haven, CT

As Connecticut’s premiere gay bar, you’ll find one-of-a-kind events such as Mardi Gras and an underwear party. Partners Bar & Nightclub is open seven nights per week in case you’d like to unwind with a mid-week dance party.

Shrine at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT

With frequent events and musical talents, Shrine in the Foxwoods Resort and Casino is a popular place to dance the night away. Keep in mind that cover fees vary depending on the night, but sometimes covers are waved when dressed according to their event (for example, if you dress in white for the White Party, covers are waved if you arrive before 10 p.m.).

Don’t forget to drink responsibly and always have a designated driver! 

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