Top 8 Best Clubs in San Diego, CA [2025 GUIDE]
Top 8 Best Clubs in San Diego, CA [2025 GUIDE]
Best of San Diego
Parq
Located in between 6th and Broadway in the Gaslamp district of San Diego, Parq SD gives their guests an unparalleled night of entertainment that is brought together by the efforts of the leaders in the restaurant and nightclub industries. At Parq you get treated with high quality VIP experience and bottle service as you enjoy and bump along to a Hip-Hop setlist curated by the minds of DJs Crooked, Hollywood, CLA, Dynamiq, Mustard and more as well as enjoy live performances by artists like Tyga or G-Eazy. Not to mention, the club has the newest and latest advancements in technology and entertainment to help them create an unforgettable experience with superior sound, lighting, and design.
615 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101
Gaslamp
10 PM – 2 AM on Fri & Sat, occassional weekday events
Dress Code: Club Attire
$$$
Nova
Beginning with quiet murmurs from sources in the industry, the speculation surrounding this new expansion bloomed in later on last year. A casting call for San Diego was advertised on Instagram by Insomniac with their sights set specifically on finding new team members who were bartenders, promoters, artist liaisons, and more. EDM Identity has independently confirmed that interviews took place for these new jobs. Further, sources have said that the club will be rebranded with a new name, NOVA SD.
- 454 6th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
- Gaslamp
- $$$
Bloom Nightclub
The most electrifying underground nightclub to hit the San Diego Downtown scene. Raw and edgy, A uniquely designed venue that perfectly blends together cutting-edge audio-visual technology with a rugged ultra-modern feel in an incredible historic property. The club is separated into three rooms of endless energy and intense musical pulse where the sickest EDM beats and Hip-Hop tracks are blaring as the guests of the club dance the night away. In all areas of the club, whether it is on one of the multiple dance floors or in the VIP sections, strives to provide its guests with the right blend of playful atmosphere, extraordinary touch of ambiance, and top notch hospitality.
RSVP at Bloom NightclubBang on 5th
Established in 2013, Bang On 5th re-opened its doors under new ownership in 2021, updating its iconic Asian-fusion restaurant and re-designing the nightlife experience. Bang Bang’s signature style, true to traditional and contemporary Asian culture, is the ultimate destination for unforgettable memories. View our menu here. With years of experience in hospitality and the event industry, we provide unique sounds combined with outstanding food and drink selections. Bang Bang aims to bring world-renowned producers to the scene while also introducing new and underground artists.
- 762 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101
- Gaslamp
- 5 PM - 12 AM Wed, Thu, Sun, 5 PM - 2 AM Fri, Sat
- Dress Code: Casual to Classy
- $$
EQ Nightclub
Formerly The Merrow. "EQ is a nightclub and music venue featuring a world-class sound system – tuned by the best audio engineers – and immersive visual lighting experience designed to wrap guests in an ocean of light and sound." Shows can be held any night of the week.
RSVP at EQ NightclubQuartyard
Quartyard is an urban park and event venue constructed from repurposed shipping containers in the East Village Neighborhood of Downtown San Diego. Quartyard is home to an eatery, dog run, full service beer garden, event venue, art space and coffee shop. Open seven days a week, Quartyard plays host to a number of cultural events, outdoor concerts, private events, street markets and community activities. Quartyard’s utilization of sustainable and innovative design offers guests a unique outdoor experience unlike any other.
- 1301 Market St San Diego, CA 92101
- East Village
- 8 am - 10 pm Mon-Thu, Sun, 8 am - 12 am Fri - Sat
- Dress Code: Casual
- $$
Mavericks Beach Club
Located just steps from the ocean in Pacific Beach, you’ll enjoy a multi-level entertainment complex with 5 indoor/outdoor bars, 38 TV’s and Baja-inspired food fresh from Mavericks Beach Club! Mavericks pays homage to California’s largest surf break and one of the world’s top surfing destinations, capturing and celebrating California’s infectious beach and surf culture while providing an all-around, daily beach party! Their expansive, 15,000-square-foot property is optimized for day and nighttime fun for individuals of all ages, and groups of all sizes. Mavericks is poised to be a top party destination, with daily activities and lively entertainment. Equipped with coastal-California décor, round tables for community seating, VIP booths, couches and cozy spots by the outdoor fireplace, Mavericks provides a laidback landscape, welcoming everyone from surfers and sports fans to corporate parties! With a dog friendly patio, outdoor games, sports, drinks, food, live music, dance club, and plenty of space to celebrate California to its fullest, Mavericks Beach Club is the big break you’ve been waiting for!
- 860 Garnet Ave San Diego, CA 92109
- Pacific Beach
- 11 AM - 2 AM Mon - Fri, 10 AM - 2 AM Sat, 9 AM - 2 AM Sun
- Dress Code: Casual
- $$
Rich's
Rich’s is San Diego’s largest and most popular gay nightclub. We have two large, separate rooms each with a fully-stocked bar, DJ, and dance floor; a VIP area with 4 private VIP booths and a separate private party room that overlooks the main dance floor; and an outdoor smoking patio. Rich’s San Diego is located in the heart of Hillcrest on the main drag of University Avenue, across from the Uptown Shopping Center.
RSVP at Rich'sThere are many other clubs available in San Diego like these.
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San Diego Clubs FAQ
What time does the headlining DJ usually start performing in San Diego clubs?
The headlining DJ will usually start performing around 12:00 AM.
How long do DJs play in San Diego?
The headlining DJ or artist usually plays a 1 to 2 hour set.
What is the dress code like at San Diego Clubs?
Guys can wear nice jeans and a form fitting plain t-shirt or a nice button down shirt. Girls can wear jeans or a comfortable but stylish dress if they prefer. Of course guys and girls can never go wrong with dressing up even more – there is no such thing as overdressing when it comes to clubs.
How can I get into San Diego Clubs for free?
Some San Diego Clubs have a free ladies guest list, and have a free even ratio guest list – free if you have the same number of girls (or more) in your party.
Keep in mind that many San Diego Clubs are more exclusive and require bottle service to get in. You can sign up for the guest list on our events page.
How can I book bottle service for San Diego Clubs?
You can book bottle service directly on Discotech by visiting the San Diego page
How much is bottle service at San Diego Clubs?
Bottle service and table minimums at San Diego Clubs can get pretty expensive in San Diego, but every nightclub is different.
The best way to find out is to visit the events page and and and choose the event you're thinking of going.
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