Nightlife in Graz is a great experience. The city is a paradise for party goers and those who like to listen to different kinds of music, such as hip-hop, drum & bass, R&B, and house. You can choose from a great variety of nightclubs to suit your musical tastes. The following walking tour will guide you through the best nightlife spots in Graz.
1) Bang!
Situated about a 15 minute walk from city center, Bang! is a beautiful night spot, especially popular among gays. On weekends, the club warmly welcomes heterosexual men and women. The music at Bang! is mainly house. This club is one of the prime targets for party goers.
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2) Postgarage
Postgarage, located near Griesplatz, is a superb music venue and nightclub. It consists of two floors, with a very stylish lounge on the second floor. Postgarage organizes many live music concerts, events, and parties. The program changes every week, and features many different musical styles, including oriental, R&B, drum and bass, disco, house, and others.
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3) General Musik Direktion
General Musik Direktion is a multilevel night spot with a capacity of 500 people. The club currently is ranked among the most popular nightclubs in Graz. It is a multifunctional event club with three different bars. The club organizes many types events, including concerts, festivals, clubbing, corporate events, and parties.
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4) Music House
One of the best venues when it comes to punk, ska, funk, alternative, metal, and hard rock, Music House is a heaven for lovers of these musical styles. The venue features concerts of local and international artists and bands, and also hosts DJ nights. The bar serves excellent drinks, and is highly recommended. If you like to listen to punk and rock, then this awesome place is for you.
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5) Parkhouse
Situated in Stadtpark, nightclub Parkhouse is one of the most popular places in Graz. The building was designed by famous architect Hans Hönel in 1928. The nightclub Parkhouse was opened in 1996. It is a buzzing spot for DJ's and amazing live music, especially on Tuesdays. The club is open Mondays through Sundays from 11.00 AM to 4.00 AM.
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6) Wartburg
Wartburg is part of the fashionable club Poco Loco, and is located in the same building in Halbärthgasse. The club is a particular favorite of Graz students. Wartburg often organizes special events, at which times the club is especially crowded. Wartburg offers superb drinks and food.
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7) Ska
Located in Grabenstrasse, Ska has become one of the most popular night clubs in Graz since its reopening. The club regularly organizes parties and other events and is an ideal venue for big parties. Ska club also hosts live concerts and DJ nights. It frequently presents superb alternative music, in particular drum and bass and electro. The club features three floors with two bars.
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