Best Dance Clubs in Miami

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a night on the town.

Join the party on the dance floor and find out firsthand why Miami is world-renowned for its high-energy nightlife. Whether you’re looking for a mega club with headlining DJs, a chill lounge to let loose or a funky Latin spot to test your salsa skills; Miami’s got a dance club for you.

Mega Clubs

LIV

When it comes to an epic party in Miami, there’s no place like LIV nightclub. Located inside the legendary Fontainebleau resort, the 18,000-square-foot megaclub boasts a domed ceiling, impressive light show and VIP tables lining the dance floor and mezzanine. World class DJs such as David Guetta, Steve Angello and Tiësto are regulars here, laying down the beats that make the crowd bounce. That’s when the confetti starts flying and glow sticks come out. Bring your A game and dress to impress—this is one of the toughest velvet ropes in town.

Story

A sister club to LIV in South Beach, Story is even bigger and has an emphasis on the electronic underground. Their Saturday night parties play host to subversive artists like Guy Gerber, Dubfire and Lee Foss, but mainstream DJs like Skrillex, Steve Aoki and Calvin Harris are also regulars here. The enormous space features a massive DJ booth, pulsating lights and live entertainers to complement the beats.

E11EVEN

One of Miami’s wildest nightlife hotspots, E11EVEN is situated inside a massive entertainment complex in Downtown Miami open 24-hours a day. A self-described “immersive” experience, E11EVEN is part-cabaret and part-night club featuring dancers, DJs and other performers as the main event. The club also boasts a rooftop restaurant and lounge.

Club Space

For after hours revelers not ready to call it quits at 5 a.m., Club Space is your refuge for dancing in a warehouse-style space in Downtown Miami well past the break of dawn. Hosting world class DJs at all hours, the dance party at Space takes you to another dimension.

Ultra Lounges

Basement

A hip hangout inside The Miami Beach EDITION hotel, Basement takes nightlife to another level. There’s a place to dance – dubbed Discobox and inspired by Ian Schrager’s legendary Studio 54 (he’s also the mastermind behind the hotel). And there are a couple of novel concepts too: a four-lane bowling alley and an ice-skating rink. Discobox’s sound skews towards nu-disco, and they host a variety of themed parties throughout the week with both visiting and local DJs on the decks.

Wall

Wall Lounge is an intimate, high-energy nightclub at the W South Beach hotel with ample VIP tables, a dance floor and two bars. Walls glitter with gilded, diamond-patterned mirrors, and a disco ball hangs above the center of the room. Expect open format DJ sets most evenings, unless a headlining DJ like Alesso is on the decks. Tuesday nights host the long-running Brazilian-themed Favela Beach party.

Hip Local Hangs

Sweet Liberty

Tucked away off Collins Park, Sweet Liberty is a favorite South Beach hideaway for locals. The airy industrial space boasts a kitschy, tropical vibe with exposed rafters and palm tree wallpaper set against a bar lined with glittering bottles. Sweet Liberty boasts a killer cocktail menu complimented by delicious snacks like cauliflower nachos. The vibe is low-key, yet spirited with a great lineup of live musicians and indie DJs that keep the dancing going late night.

Bodega

At Bodega on South Beach, tacos come with a twist. The food truck-like façade is a front for a secret speakeasy dance club. Specializing in tequila cocktails, this club has an approachable, yet high-energy vibe with late night dancing to live DJs. And remember, when hunger strikes, the taco stand is right outside!

Latin Clubs

Mango’s Tropical Cafe

In South Beach on legendary Ocean Drive, Mango’s Tropical Café is one of those Miami experiences everyone has to experience at least once. Step inside to the sounds of salsa and flamenco music and, chances are, a woman bedecked in ruffles and a full headdress will be tangoing on the bar with a man in skintight sequin pants. Order a piña colada and enjoy the show or hop on the dance floor to try out your own moves.

Hoy Como Ayer

After quietly closing during summer 2019, Hoy Como Ayer returned to Little Havana in October, reclaiming its mantle as a legendary Latin nightclub. You’ll find live music, strong rum and, yes, dancing at this institution. Reserve a table and prepare to be entertained by an evening filled with anything from a seven-piece band to a soulful crooner. You won’t be seated long as the rhythms of salsa and rumba get you on your feet and dancing. If names like Celia Cruz and Benny More don’t ring a bell, then you’ll get an education in the Cuban music greats here.

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