Joanna James
Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital might be small, but it certainly makes up for what it lacks in size with its entertainment venues across the bustling city. From karaoke bars, lounges, live music venues and nightclubs – there are genres for everyone to immerse in ranging from R&B, hip hop, techno, and jazz. Keen to don your dancing shoes in Colombo? Here’s a quick curated list of venues to check out.
Located in R.A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo 05, Rhythm & Blues is one of the city’s ultimate party destinations. Fondly known by locals as R&B, the venue happens to be the oldest operating nightclub in Sri Lanka. R&B is open to Colombo's party crowd seven days a week. One can enjoy live music from Wednesday to Friday while the house DJ spins his tunes for the rest of the week. R&B also happens to serve some great tapas and unique cocktails.
Looking for a sophisticated night out in Colombo? Then look no further than Curve Bar which is host to many events in Colombo. With its trendy and chic interiors, offerings of authenticate tapas and extensive drink menus, Curve Bar attracts many of Colombo’s party crowd. The cocktails are considered to be some of the best in town coupled with great live music on a nightly basis
A popular karaoke bar in Colombo, Stella has an exciting and vibrant atmosphere, mouthwatering food, delicious cocktails and mocktails, and loud karaoke – making it the perfect spot for those who love to belt out tunes with their friends. While rather small, Stella is ideal for a fun night spent singing along to your favorite 60s,70s and 80s hits along with retro to rock music. Plus, Stella comes with ample parking space even on those busy Friday nights. The karaoke club is located at No.02, Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha, Colomb0 02 and is open throughout the week with the exception of Monday from 7.00 pm to 2.00 am in the morning.
Disques regularly hosts themed parties and is usually packed with fervent partygoers when the weekend rolls around. An exclusive retro club popular for playing great retro music by Sri Lanka’s premier DJs, Disques is located on Racecourse Avenue, Colombo 07, and is a top spot to hit the dance floor to get your groove on to the rhythm of pop, funk, 80‘s and 90’s soul and everything in between!
Stylish and contemporary, Tunnel Lounge located at 607, Galle Rd, Mount Lavinia is a great place that will have you dancing and singing along all night long to a perfect blend of new and classic hits ensuring that you have the best time possible. Expect everything from the 80s to the latest pop sensations! Plus Tunnel Lounge happens to serve up some great pizzas, pasta, mocktails and much more.
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