Lisbon’s nightlife has been making a name for itself in recent years, boasting one of the most fun and lively nightlife scenes in Europe. Portugal’s capital, like many other European cities, is home to a multitude of discotheques, bars and nightclubs that host some of the most buzzing and well-known artists, both local and international. Its streets, picturesque and quiet during the day with trams and emblematic places such as the Elevador de Santa Justa or the Belém Tower, become crowded and partying once the sun goes down, inviting you to immerse in a musical paradise, which we present below in our selection of venues.
Kremlin – Giving it all on the dance floor of a former convent!
Why you should go: If you love history as much as you love electronic music, Kremlin will fascinate you. Located in the Santos area, this unique club was once a convent. Such is the fact that its original structure is still preserved, with stone arches that add a unique vibe to its endless nights of underground clubbing. Don’t miss Kremlin if you’re in Lisbon on a Friday or Saturday!
Atmosphere: The perfect place to turn rave culture into your new religion, right?
Music: Pure electronic music. From house to techno, even minimal. The hottest names on the current scene have made their mark at this venue: Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Sam Paganini, Spartaque and many more.
Recommendations: Bring your comfiest trainers and your most original sunglasses, you’ll surely need them for all that dancing. Check out their schedule to see which day is best for you.
Prices: Early Bird tickets are around 11€. Kremlin also offers VIP table service for 4 to 12 people from €150 to €450.
Lux Frágil – More than two decades of clubbing on the Portuguese scene
Why you should go: Lisbon and its nightlife are a reference for venues like Lux Frágil. This internationally renowned club was founded at the end of the last century and is located in the emblematic Parque Mayer area. Its capacity is around 1,500 people and it combines a bar, discotheque and terrace at the same time, opening the door to different atmospheres under the same building. For all these reasons and its deep-rooted experience, it is, without a doubt, one of the top 3 venues in Lisbon.
Atmosphere: Its imposing set of lights and its large mirror ball create a unique clubbing atmosphere, ideal for dancing until dawn.
Music: FJAAK, Sherelle, Ben UFO, Goldie… The DJs that Lux Frágil selects to rock its nights leave no one indifferent.
Recommendations: The most devoted nights are those in which the cast of residents is present: Rui Vargas, Yen Sung, Tiago Miranda and Dexter, among others, have been part of Lux Frágil since its opening. We also recommend taking a look at their itinerary and rules, which explain the before, during and after of a night at Lux.
Prices: No pre-sale
NADA Temple – A place where music and art come together without prejudice.
Why you should go: Nāda is a Sanskrit word meaning sound frequency and hidden energy that connects everything. Behind this definition lies a multidisciplinary space where electronic music, digital art and interactivity join forces in the capital of Portugal. Since its creation in 2001, this organisation has brought unique concepts such as the “Massala Festival”, the first Indian electronic music event in Portugal, as well as other sustainable and design initiatives.
Atmosphere: Creative. Inventive. NADA is a place where you can ironically find EVERYTHING by simply being yourself.
Music: Its original and characteristic sound system, presided over by two large Void red speakers, vibrates to the beat of the most pounding hard-techno of today.
Recommendations: Tumultum. It’s their most up-to-date party concept and it attracts such fashionable artists as Raven, Parfait and ØTTA to Portuguese lands.
Prices: NADA is pretty cheap to attend, with Early Bird tickets available for 10€ and First Release for 15€.
Ministerium – Quality music and cuisine under one concept
Why you should go: Do you like good food as much as good techno? Ministerium has it all for you! Where the Portuguese Ministry of Finance used to be, there is now an insatiable electronic music scene with local and international artists. And if that wasn’t enough, during the day Ministerium offers a totally different, but equally stunning experience in its Cantina restaurant. Glasses, fans and dark outfits are exchanged for fine wines and a sun terrace overlooking Praça do Comércio for a 360° experience.
Atmosphere: The atmosphere at Ministerium is hybrid – it’s classic because of preserved vaulted architecture, but avant-garde at the same time with music vibrating between the walls of its two rooms.
Music: The club is committed to offering its clubbers first class electronic music from techno to house.
Recommendations: Check out their recent line-up, as Ministerium brings rising gems such as Amoral and Lobster to the Portuguese capital.
Prices: You can easily get an Early Bird Ticket for Ministerium for 10€.
Lisboa Rio – Sublime and festive in the same way
Why you should go: Lisboa Rio is music, party, gastronomy and exquisiteness at the same time. In its club format, open from Wednesday to Sunday, the 2 dance floors are filled with different styles of music to make your night a memorable one.
But Lisboa Rio goes further and also offers a restaurant service for those who want a romantic dinner, a corporate event or an evening with friends, accompanied by an exceptional view of the Tagus River.
Atmosphere: Smart, casual. Lisboa Rio is a place for special occasions, where you can enjoy your leisure time among sparklers and quality cocktails.
Music: Funk, reggaeton, hits, mainstream, house and even Brazilian influences.
Recommendations: Don’t wait too long to get your tickets before you go because they are flying!
Prices: Early Bird tickets are 10€ and can go up to 12-15€ for First and Second Release.
Musicbox Lisbon – The epicentre of creativity in Portugal’s capital city
Why you should go: Musicbox is one of the most cultural venues in the Portuguese scene. Developed by CTL – Cultural Trend Lisbon for more than 16 years, it is considered a fusion between a performance hall and a dance space. Its programme is one of the most interesting in the city, hosting multiple projects and trends that you won’t be able to see anywhere else in Lisbon.
Atmosphere: Independent and multidisciplinary, but friendly. In its events you can find music lovers in all its forms in a young, open, free and artistic environment.
Music: Their concerts and clubbing sessions are so varied, that Musicbox can be described as an ocean of musical genres. It’s impossible to label them!
Recommendations: If you want to make sure you get the right choice of music, don’t hesitate to check their programme in advance to choose your perfect match.
Prices: Musicbox tickets for both concerts and clubbing sets are around 10€.
Lust in Rio – Dancing in an open sky on the banks of the Tagus River
Why you should go: Moonlight, river breeze, music and friends – what else is needed for an ideal night out? Lust in Rio offers you all that and more in its indoor and outdoor format. The club, open from Wednesday to Saturday, has a spacious backyard to spend the most epic spring and summer nights in Lisbon.
Atmosphere: Lust in Rio has a young and exclusive atmosphere, great for enjoying nightlife in the most elegant way.
Music: You can enjoy both commercial and urban tunes as well as electronic music suitable for all publics. All this, within the variety of its theme parties: Detox, Resvés or Pegadinha Discover them for yourself!
Recommendations: Don’t forget to visit Envy, the other half of the Lust in Rio concept, which is a two-floor restaurant and whose decoration, lighting and shows will put all your emotions and senses on edge
Prices: Drinks are priced at around 10-14€, but check out the full menu before you go.
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Mome – The celebrity hotspot on Rua Augusta
Why you should go: Mome has a status in Lisbon that speaks for itself. The club has been offering sophistication and quality since its renovations in 2013 and is able to attract some of the most influential people in the country and the world to its grounds. Who knows, you might bump into your favourite footballer if you go there. It also has two rooms and a rooftop.
Atmosphere: Elitist, chic and modern. Its interior combines classic and avant-garde to offer a timeless and contemporary look at the same time.
Music: Mome is a mix of electronic music for all audiences and commercial music.
Recommendations: Respect the dress code or you’re likely to be left out. No sportswear or ripped jeans are allowed at Mome.
Prices: Check prices and their guest-list on their social media before you go.
K Urban Beach – The most iconic ceiling of Lisbon’s nightlife
Why you should go: Lisbon’s seafront is one of the hottest nightlife areas in the city, and K Urban Beach is one of the big reasons why. Under its imposing roof of lights, recognisable from miles away, some of the most epic nights in all of Portugal have taken place.
Atmosphere: Casual, local and international. At Urban Beach you can find Lisbon residents and Erasmus students or tourists having a great time.
Music: Its separation into two spaces makes it a dynamic venue where you can listen to everything from reggaeton and R&B to the biggest house hits.
Recommendations: If you feel like taking a break after all that dancing, you can visit the top floor, which is full of loungers.
Prices: Check prices and guest list on their social media before you go.
EVENTS & TICKETS K URBAN BEACH
Trumps – Be free, be queer, visit Trumps!
Why you should go: If you were looking for a gay club on your visit to Lisbon… stop looking! Trumps is the place to be. It is the reference point for the LGBTQI+ community, especially the G, in the capital of Portugal.
They are also the promoters of Queer Art Lab, an initiative that brings together different actions from exhibitions, installations, concerts, workshops, conferences and activities for the community.
Atmosphere: Artistic, free, heterofriendly. At Trumps you can sing along to your favourite pop diva’s hits or find your next date. Who knows what the night will bring?
Music: Pop. Lots of pop. And really, what more do you need when you’ve got Dua Lipa?
Recommendations: Trumps offers performances and drag shows that will leave you open-mouthed with their dances and make-up.
Prices: Tickets start at around 18€ and go up to 20€ at the box office, with a drink. There is also the option of a “Passe Funk Off”, a monthly pass that allows you free entry until 1am every Thursday.
Village Underground – The ultimate destination to let the imagination run wild
Why you should go: Two buses and 14 containers are the distinctive and structural watermark of this great artistic community. Village Underground, originally based in London, also moved to Lisbon in 2014 to create an international platform for creativity, art and culture.
The complex has a restaurant, a recording studio and a space for music and culture, hosting events like Village Happy Hours and the Nova Batida Festivale.
Atmosphere: Theatrical, cinematic, creative, artistic. Village Underground is the temple of the ingenious and passionate about culture in Lisbon.
Music: The options are endless. Depending on the day you can enjoy afrobeat session or dancehall l, spicy techno or alternative rock concerts. Undoubtedly, one of the most varied programmes in the whole city.
Recommendations: If you have to work one day during your visit to Lisbon…Village Underground also has one of the most unique coworking spaces in the city. Give your routine a different look!
Prices: Village Underground opens its doors with tickets for 10€ on average and 12€ at the box office.
EVENTS & TICKETS VILLAGE UNDERGROUND
In this article we have compiled some of our favourites, but Portugal wouldn’t be what it is without events and promoters as important as Neopop, Brunch-in The Park Lisbon, and others full of talent like Bloop Recordings or Fuse Records Don’t hesitate to check them out!
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