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Around since 2002, Dragon-i made its name as a hotspot for the glitterati, hosting globe-trotting celebs like David Beckham and featuring intimate live shows from the likes of Snoop Dogg and Jamiroquai. It remains the domain of the city's young, rich, and beautiful (if not necessarily classy) crowd, and still attracts international acts and DJs. Have a drink on the deck, or step inside the vivid red playroom, which doubles as a Chinese restaurant earlier in the day.
This pint-size gem is the after-hours party spot in Central. Hidden down an alley beside a late-night food stand, its obscure location only adds to the speakeasy feel. Drop gets crowded on weekends, and it can be hard to get inside, so arrive early and wait for the party to pop off.
Loud, energetic cover bands get the dance floor jumping on Wednesday to Saturday night. Popular with expats, it can get crowded, but patrons are usually having too much fun to care.
Dance anthems fill the floor until the wee hours at this friendly LGBTQ+ club. "Game nights" lure visitors and locals alike with alternating themes such as drag bingo or karaoke.
This club attracts a younger crowd, making it one of Central's rowdier nightlife spots. The music tends to be more varied than the commercial fare at other clubs, encouraging visits from a lively mix of local and international talent. Get here early for a perch on the low-slung black sofas.
This dark and dingy techno bunker boasts a top-of-the-line sound system and strong drinks. Expect great tech house music and parties that go all night.
A nice alternative to the dives of Wan Chai, sophisticated Rio has a plush bar with low-key live music and a dance club complete with a light-up floor. On weekends the party runs until very late.
By midnight the line outside this club is more like a scrimmage. The maze of low-ceilinged basement rooms hosts a young, hip crowd and a genuinely eclectic mix of music ranging from electro-house to hip-hop to rock-and-roll mash-ups. Volar boasts one of Hong Kong's best sound systems and the clout to draw some of the best DJs from overseas.
