Nightlife in Kingston, Jamaica

If you like music youll love the nightlife in Kingston, theres music around every corner. You could even say that music the soul of Jamaica. Kingstons nightlife is mainly focused around one street and thats Knutsford Boulevard. It isnt hard to find it, especially at night, just look for all where the lights and music playing. As far as the type of music goes, Jamaica has all types from Latin and Jazz to Reggae and 70s. If you dont like the music in one venue, walk across the street until you find one more to your taste.

A great way to begin your nightlife in Kingston is to buy the local paper, The Gleaner and find out whats going on that night. Every night theres something new happening, whether it is entertainment at a club, theater or a festival. Jamaica is all about partying and Kingston knows just how to do it right. Once youve settled on what to do you may want to treat yourself to a meal at one of the local restaurants. After dinner, its time to start clubbing, dont worry there is more than a couple to choose from!

The happening place seems to be the Asylum where youll find all types of music - reggae, dancehall music (which is kind of like reggae and rap), 70s, 80s and even disco. Make sure to arrive early because if you arrive late in high season you may not be able to get in it fills up fast!

There is always some type of fun entertainment going on stage somewhere, whether its a comedian or a contest for everyone to join in. If youre a lady and looking for a way to save a few bucks and still go out to the clubs, go when it its Ladies Night Out. This is when all the ladies get free drinks on the house just make sure you dont have too many drinks, or you take a friend to get you safely back to your hotel!

Other clubs in town include Peppers, Mirage Night Club, Halftime Sports Bar, Mingles Pub and Mayfair Pub. For Latin or Jazz music lovers head on over to Jonkanoo Lounge. Devons House, aka The Grog Shoppe has live karaoke and jazz bands. There is always something for everyone happening in Kingston at night, just slap on the aftersun, and go out and enjoy yourself.

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