Seminars, conferences, and meetings can often drag an 8-hour workday into an eternity filled with tedium. Thankfully, Providence has an explosive nightlife that will make you eager to go anywhere but home. Remember, summer is here and Providence nightlife is brewing. If you can't decide what to do, or where to go, then behold the angel of nightlife has come forth to show you the way!

Grappas Restaurant – One step in this restaurant/lounge will reenergize you for another brutal day. This classy joint with its extraordinary view of the waterfront will relax you to a near coma! The dimmed lights, comfortable sofas, and live jazz make for a comfortable evening of drinks and conversation. And if you take a walk to the second floor, you can have a terrific Italian dinner set by candlelight.

Hot Club – Don't let the name fool you; the Hot Club is not a club. If rather than a quiet night away from the crowds, you are looking for a bit more excitement that comes with an ice-cold beer. Then picture this: a jukebox with the best of new and old, a bar with outrageous bartenders, and a waterside patio with tables and people. The Hot Club is the best bar to hang out at, get some finger foods, a cool Corona, and meet the most interesting people. This is definitely the melting pot of Providence. You have top execs for an after-work drink mingling with Harley Davidson riding motorcycle fanatics. Definitely a crowd pleaser. (Hint: To the left of Grappas!)

The Fish Company – Tricky name! I actually thought this was a restaurant, but don't let it deceive you, this is an all out club. The inside bar sits next to the dance floor, and the outside bar has a very casual and friendly lounge area. So, if you're in the mood for a euphoric college crowd then this is the place to be. This top spot is great to meet new people, and hang with old friends. The terrific waterfront view will take your breath away and the popular jukebox will keep you hopping all night long to the best tunes. Open seven days a week, you can always find something to do: Monday night football, Wednesday night live music, or Thursday night $1 Coronas. (Hint: To the right of Grappas! How convenient is that!)

Mediterraneo Restaurant – How about a little bit of merengue and salsa to add some spice to you life? This restaurant by day, and dance club by night is the perfect setting for a night out of good food and great dancing. When the sun is out, they have the most serene atmosphere, alfresco dining, valet parking, and superb service. But, once the sun sets, the second floor opens its doors for some classy Latin and International music. The floor is perfect. The size is perfect. The atmosphere is perfect. Small enough to not get lost in the crowds, but big enough to have plenty of elbowroom to do those tricky salsa turns! You can be guaranteed a night of Living La Vida Loca.

Complex Nightclub – The smorgasbord of clubs. This club is surreal. Walking from room to room is like walking through a portal from one dimension to another. Each room with its own ambiance and attitude! From 70's to 80's, hip-hop to rock, you can't beat it; one club, one cover charge, one trip. It can't get better than that. They have Polly Estas equipped with their own fully lit dance floor for those that have that Saturday Night Fever, Algiers for hip-hop lovers, rock music at Uranus, or pop-and-lock with some house music at Liquid. Who said life can't be perfect?

Okay, you are now armed with the necessities of a night out in Providence. You have the perfect pre-night and all-night on the town bars and the hit-it-hard nightclubs. And for those that have energy to spare, we have the all hours, after-hour dance to you drop nightclub!

Club Pulse – This is an unrelenting techno dance club with pool tables, two dance floors, and platforms. They don't know the meaning of rest, tranquility, or sleep. Especially with there after-hours rave that starts at 6am and runs straight to 12pm. This place is the serious party place for the serious party animal. Do you dare?

Remember that life is short. Forget about the seminars and conferences. Leave that to the day. Keep your nights for living, and let Providence lead the way. Your angel of nightlife has spoken and has brought you to the light. Come forth, and enjoy what Providence has to offer!