Clubs may come and go in Singapore – but the nightlife scene here is still absolutely alive and kicking (think of the constant stream of new bars and music festivals!). So you’ve had a couple of cheap tipples – proving that even with the alcohol ban– you can still get loose. Want to hit the dancefloor? Put on your rave face and head to any of these 10 sizzling party spots for the best drinks, ladies’ nights and music – from EDM clubs, RnB and hip hop night spots to beach clubs – we’ve got them all covered for you.
P.S Check out these popular supper spots for when you get a serious dose of the munchies after partying all night.
Zouk
This mega clubbing institution has been around for a whopping 24 years, making it a staple of Singapore’s nightlife scene. With sprawling multi-level dance floors, and three dazzling club spaces, this is THE destination to see international DJs – think house and techno elite like Paul Van Dyk or EDM crowd pleasers like Dyro.
Zouk,17 Jiak Kim Street, Singapore 169420.
Kyo
kyō
Hidden at the basement of a tower in the bustling CBD is kyō – an underground playground where utter decadence and music revelry awaits. If you’re a fan of Japanese drinks, the bar is stocked with varieties of Japanese whisky, sake and spirits. This play den and former bank is ultra-sleek and minimalist – be surrounded by dark earthy tones and bronze wall panels as you jam out to edgy tunes by regulars like Norman C or international acts like Tessela.
Club kyō, Keck Seng Tower, 133 Cecil Road, #B1-02, Singapore 069535, p. 8299 8735.
Attica
Ah, Attica – the quintessential club for hazy ladies’ nights and late night frolicking. Refurbished in May 2014, Attica delivers nothing but sexy, stylish vibes and attracts a loyal local and international clientele.Take your pick: Level 1 plays RnB, and top 40 charters while Level 2 is a playground for house, trance, and progressive. A prominent player in SG’s nightlife circuit, this is an institution for outrageous parties and hook ups.
Attica, 3A River Valley Road, Clarke Quay, #01-03, Singapore 179020, p. 6333 9973.
Refuge
Spanking new Rnb and hip hop club Refuge has recently opened – and to much fanfare. The only club to specialize in funk, hip hop and Rnb, Refuge is a double storey paradise of twerkin’ and booty shakin’. Turnt up for Reminsce Fridays where homeboys Titus and Big Mike take you back with old school hip hop and funk. Cover charge is only $12 for the first drink, so party nights here are (affordable) booze-soaked affairs.
Refuge, 79A/B Circular Road, Singapore 049433.
Trace
Trace
Embrace Trace – a new club located in the Clarke Quay hood’. The club is a hot fav of young’ins looking for an alternative EDM destination. Visuals here are extremely stunning (particularly when you’re adequately boozed up) – party amongst multi-dimensional light shows and pulsating 3D projection mappings. Look out for its grand opening come 12 and 13 June.
Trace,5 Magazine Road #01-03, Singapore 059571, p. 6443 4500.
Pangaea
Ladies, strap on your (sky high) heels to this ultra lounge – or you won’t be allowed in. Welcome to Pangaea – of glamourettes and billionaires splashing out on bottles of bubbly. Flamboyant is the key word here – think animal-skinned sofas, Ralph Lauren tables and glam hostesses decked in slinky designer dresses.
Pangaea Singapore, Marina Bay Sands, Crystal Pavilion, 2 Bayfront Avenue, #B2-05, Singapore 018956, p. 8611 7013.
Canvas
After the closing of hipster haven Home Club, we were left craving for something to fill the alternative club void. Thank goodness for Canvas – a quirky art-meets-music club of top-tier indie floorshakers and underground vibes. Resident DJs (like Ming and Jeris of Homeclub glory) spin mainstream meets indie mixes – namely nu disco, house and techno.
Canvas, The Riverwalk,#B1-01/06, 20 Upper Circular Road, Singapore 058416, p. 9169 3815.
Bang Bang
Bang Bang
In the place of the old Mink, lies cheekily named nightclub – Bang Bang, where good-looking party revelers gyrate to dope club bangers and mashups. Liked the notorious cages in now-defunct Zirca? Sexy go-go dancers galore pump up crowds for the club’s popular midweek Wild Wednesdays.
Bang Bang, Pan Pacific Singapore, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595 p. 8127 2808.
Altimate
Dance to new heights at Altimate – the super swanky club is oh-so-plush and offers glorious views of Singapore’s glittering skyline (it’s located on the 61st floor). Swathed in colourful LED lights and giant screens, cover charge is pricier than usual ($45) but the views and exclusive ambience are worth paying for.
Altimate, #61, 1 Raffles Place, Singapore 048616, p. 6438 0410.
Tanjong Beach Club
Okay, so this is not your typical nightclub found in the heart of the city but this sun-kissed playground is famous for its riotous beach parties (check out beach festival Full Steam Ahead!) and great DJ lineup. Located in the far end of Sentosa, all you need here is a bikini and sunscreen to prep for epic beach blowouts.
Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore 098942, p. 9750 5323.