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2024-08-01

Exciting Orlando Nightlife: Fun After The Sun Sets

Venture into a vibrant nightlife at Orlando clubs with drinks, themes, and unique entertainment. Spend the day exploring Orlando’s thrilling attractions so that the night is reserved for the dance floor, ice cold drinks, and beautiful views of the area lit up after dark.

Book your getaway at Margaritaville Resort Orlando today to experience what the nightlife of Orlando has to offer.


1. Live Entertainment at the Promenade at Sunset Walk

A stroll from Margaritaville Resort Orlando to The Promenade at Sunset Walk brings you to multiple settings for live music fun. Dine on delicious seafood at The Wharf while vibing to dockside dueling piano performances and covers of your favorite songs growing up. Rock & Brews is the perfect setting for guests in the mood for burgers, pizza, and the tunes of classic and modern rock and roll. Stop by Sunset Walk on Saturdays for live DJ performances of hip-hop, electro, and other genres for dance-offs under the night sky.

Happy family enjoying a meal at the Wharf restaurant


2. Orlando Bars & Nightclubs

Start the night on the town “early” to get the most out of Downtown Orlando’s nightlife. Wall Street Plaza offers seven unique venues and a huge selection of watering-holes with different themes ranging from tiki bars to carnivals, and Howl at the Moon Orlando combines the best of the drinking and musical worlds with its options for drinks and singing performances. Aero features rooftop venues for taking in fresh air and beautiful views of Orlando, and The Patio is the perfect setting for dance-offs with friends.

View of the Wall Street Plaza sign in downtown Orlando

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3. Downtown Celebration

Guests at Margaritaville Resort Orlando looking for a quieter nightlife experience can stop by the town center of Celebration, Florida. Chow down at Downtown Diner, Avocado Mexican Grill, or Celebration Town Tavern for dinner after shopping at Market Street Gallery and Gypsy Moon Market to add to your souvenir collection. Spend the night touring the hotels and classic architecture of Downtown Celebration and watching the sun set beautifully over Lake Rianhard for wonderful additions to your getaway photo collection.

Family riding bikes on a trail by a lake in Celebration, Florida

Photo Credit: Emergent Media - Visit Florida


4. Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant

Add laughter to nighttime fun with an evening at the Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant for a meal paired with standup comedy. Chow down on burgers, club sandwiches, or quesadillas and sip martinis, draft beers, or specialty drinks before watching local comedians and performers with different styles show off their material. Group events are available for those staying in Orlando for a birthday, anniversary, or other special event with friends and family.

Comedian performing on stage

© The Pointe Orlando


5. Walking Ghost Tours

The mysterious and spooky history of Orlando comes to life with American Ghost Adventures to bring a test of fear to your nighttime escapades. Explore Downtown Orlando with a two-hour investigative walking ghost tour to learn about the forgotten history, crime stories, and first-hand ghost stories of the area. Use the tour’s host hunting equipment to venture through downtown haunted buildings and come out in one piece.

View of a dark street

© American Ghost Adventures


6. ICON Park

The excitement of theme parks and the nightlife come together at ICON Park. Dine on the best of Southern dishes while enjoying live music at Blake Sheldon’s Old Red, and see how long you can last on the free mechanical bull rides on Fridays. Treat the gang to BBQ meals at Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, enjoy live music during meals at Tin Roof, or save the night for drinks at ICON Park Lawn Bar, ICON Park Sky Bar, and The Wheelhouse Bar.

Ferris wheel at ICON Park lit up at night

© ICON Park


7. Universal CityWalk

Follow up the thrills of Universal Resort Orlando with a tour of bars and restaurants at Universal CityWalk. Show your singing skills off to friends and family at the karaoke bar Rising Star, and dining options range from Bigfire’s steaks and freshwater cuisine to classic Italian dishes at Louie’s Italian Restaurant. Experience a wider range of musical entertainment at Hard Rock Café and celebrate a special occasion with friends.

Exterior of the Cowfish restaurant in Universal CityWalk at night

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8. Disney Springs

Nighttime fun gets a dose of Disney magic with dinners and drinks with friends at Disney Springs. Watch local artists perform at the outdoor Waterside Stage after enjoying a view of the entertainment district from above on Aerophile – The World Leader in Balloon Flight. Get a taste of Irish culture with live music and dancing performances at Raglan Road while dining with loved ones and end the night dancing and strolling through all the magical shops at Disney Springs.

Family enjoying specialty milk shakes at DIsney Springs

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9. Nighttime Resort Activities

Take a short stroll from your hotel room to experience the resort’s nighttime activities, such as the live musical performances during Euphoria Lounge at Euphoria Fish House from Tuesdays to Sundays. Grab some sandwiches, snacks, and cold drinks at Provisions to enjoy after a late-night swim in the pools of Fins Up Beach Club. Watch the sun set while unwinding in the relaxing seatings the luxurious cabana rentals.

Duo of musicians playing at the Euphoria Lounge at Margaritaville Resort Orlando.


The nightlife of Orlando lights up for guests and fills the air with music. Enjoy the rhythm of the city at its bars, restaurants, and music venues or let the quiet melodies of the Florida night air move you on a calm and quiet walk under the lights.