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If it's a club experience you're looking for, CityWalk has something for everyone. CityWalk party passes are $11.99 and provide all-night access to Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, Bob Marley - A Tribute to Freedom, The Groove, Latin Quarter, Pat O'Briens, CityJazz, and the Red Coconut Club. For $15.99, the pass includes admission to the Universal/AMC Cineplex 20. Premium Annual Passes include unlimited admission to CityWalk for the passholder and one guest.
All of the clubs at CityWalk offer specials (Happy Hour, two-for-one drinks, etc) that change on a weekly basis. Admission to most clubs is 21 and over only. Some venues do offer 'teen nights' on occasion. Be sure to check out the CityWalk guide when you arrive for current information.
Our Impression: CityWalk clubs tend to be of an 'edgier' caliber than what you would have found at Pleasure Island at Downtown Disney. It also tends to draw a younger, local crowd on weekends, and in our impression that's not always a good thing.
Blue Man Group - The arrival of Blue Man Group – which occupies a newly created live performance venue accessible from both Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios – adds an entirely new dimension in live entertainment for Universal Orlando theme park guests and Florida residents.The unique style of Blue Man entertainment has been experienced by more than 10 million people worldwide. They have entertained audiences of all ages with their live stage shows, their touring rock concert, television programming and albums. Ticket Information
Red Coconut Club - Live entertainment and a South Beach vibe combine to make this one of the best clubs in Orlando. While it's a nice atmosphere - and the Red Coco Martini is a gem, the staff here tends to have a bit more attitude then they warrant. Someone needs to remind them that they're outside a theme park in Orlando, not on the strip in South Beach. If you decide to pay the Red Coconut a visit, we suggest you dress a step or two above standard resort wear. Check out their schedule and specials. The crowd here is pretty, and you'll feel a bit out of place in shorts and sandals. Photos
Bob Marley - A Tribute to Freedom - A recreation of Bob Marley's Jamaica Home this combination night club / museum / restaurant offers great live Reggae music on the patio. This is a decidedly more relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Photos
Jimmy Buffets Margaritaville - Another fun spot to hang out and party, Margaritaville offers everything from live bands nightly, to hula hoop contests. Of course, the drink du jour here is the Margarita. Photos
Pat O'Briens - a faithful recreation of the New Orleans original (at least in it's architecture) features dueling pianos and a wicked strong Hurricane drink (4 oz of RUM!). Photos
The Groove - for the dance club set, the groove features popular dance music and is a real draw for the under 30 crowd. This club is also popular with locals, so it tends to be very busy on the weekends.
Latin Quarter - Another popular spot (especially with Orlando's hispanic community). A restaurant in the evening transforms itself into a hip, upscale nightclub at night. One guidebook described this as a 21st century version of Ricky Ricardo's Tropicana nightclub. Photos
Rising Star - Universal Orlando Resort’s newest venue showcases karaoke with a twist – performing guests are introduced to the audience by an emcee and sing with a full live band and back-up singers. Whether you sing like a star or just think you do, this is your chance to shimmer, shine or just show off. Check out Rising Star
Hard Rock Live - The only redeeming feature of the Hard Rock Cafe is it's association with Hard Rock Live. The acts that play here are of a far higher caliber then you'll find House of Blues at Downtown Disney. Click Here for a current list of upcoming performances.
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