

Top 7 Best Clubs in Fort Lauderdale, FL [2025 GUIDE]
Best of Fort Lauderdale
Daer Nightclub

Located in Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood comes DAER Nightclub. It is a 44,000-square-foot, indoor-outdoor complex bringing the newest nightclub to Fort Lauderdale.
1 Seminole Way Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Hollywood
10 PM - 3 AM Thu - Sat
Dress Code: Strict
$$$
Sway Nightclub

Welcome to the the ultimate nightclub experience in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! Our 14,000 sq. ft. venue features three different VIP sections including the all new Girls Gone SWAY VIP Lounge which looks over the entire nightclub. Every weekend you can expect to hear the hottest local DJs catering to a variety of music genres for locals and tourists alike. Nightly specials, themed parties, bottle / hookah service, and a free local ride service are just a few of the things that make SWAY the premier leader of nightlife in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! SWAY is also available for private events such as corporate parties, birthdays, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Fundraisers, Graduation Parties, Holiday Parties & more!
111 SW 2nd Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Downtown
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Kemistry

WE ARE A NEW MUSIC VENUE IN DOWNTOWN FORT LAUDERDALE PROVIDING ELEVATED EXPERIENCES WITH HIGH GRADE PRODUCTION, WORLD CLASS HOSPITALITY, AND A GREAT SENSE OF COMMUNITY. IN ADDITION WE HAVE AMAZING FOOD AND A COCKTAIL MENU LIKE NO OTHER.
RSVP at KemistryCapone's Nightclub

Home of the 3 for 1 drink special and Fort Lauderdale's #1 party destination. Bar is located in the Himmarshee district of downtown. Spring Break headquarters.
RSVP at Capone's NightclubEscape Lounge

Escape lounge opened in the summer of 2017. The two-level lavish nightclub and event space features 10k LED color changing lights, C02 canons, 8 VIP lounges, 4 premium bars and is a non-smoking lounge. Ladies are in free before midnight. Sounds of Latin, Open Format, Hip-Hop and R&B are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10pm – 4am.
RSVP at Escape LoungeNowhere FTL

Nowhere Lounge located in the Epicenter of Downtown Fort Lauderdale, strives to create a next generation sound lounge for all dance lovers.
RSVP at Nowhere FTLThe Den

The Den Fort Lauderdale Kitchen & Bar will offer a welcoming ambiance highlighted by mixology at the contemporary center bar, luxury inspired design in main dining areas, along with audio & visual cues that draw in each guest, enabling them to enjoy everything that The Den has to offer. Transform from daytime, to evening service, & of course our exclusive after-dinner VIP experience. Located on 2nd Street in Historic Downtown Fort Lauderdale, The Den Kitchen & Bar welcomes you. Reservations are recommended, but not required & exclusive local delivery is available.
RSVP at The DenThere are many other clubs available in Fort Lauderdale like these.
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Fort Lauderdale Clubs FAQ
What time does the headlining DJ usually start performing in Fort Lauderdale clubs?
The headlining DJ will usually start performing around 12:00 AM.
How long do DJs play in Fort Lauderdale?
The headlining DJ or artist usually plays a 1 to 2 hour set.
What is the dress code like at Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Clubs for free?
Some Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Clubs?
You can book bottle service directly on Discotech by visiting the Fort Lauderdale page
How much is bottle service at Fort Lauderdale Clubs?
Bottle service and table minimums at Fort Lauderdale Clubs can get pretty expensive in Fort Lauderdale, 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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