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To get your bearings in the Rotterdam party scene, look out for glossy fliers in cafés. The best nights tend to be Thursday–Saturday. Many venues including some bars have DJs working the crowd once food service has ended. There is a wide gamut of nighttime entertainment. West Kruiskade (also known as Chinatown) is the place to go if you want lively bars and music from around the world. Nieuwe Binnenweg and Witte de Withstraat have many busy late-night cafés and clubs. Oude Haven is particularly popular with students, and the Schouwburgplein is favored by visitors to the nearby theaters and cinemas. Stadshuisplein has a number of tacky discos and bars.
In business since 1977, Dizzy is the jazz café if you appreciate live music. A big terrace out back hosts both Dutch and international acts every Tuesday and Sunday. The café also serves good, reasonably priced food. Come early if you want a seat. Concerts and jamming sessions are free.
Rotown, a high-style restaurant, has new-talent bands playing on Saturday night.
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