Evolution     (Popular/Commercial Dance)
Evolution is in many clubbers views the best nightclub in cardiff. Evolution is based in Cardiff Bay, 10 min away from the main city centre. Evolution consists of two rooms, room one being dance, with the resident dj and room two consisting of all types of music through heavy Rock, RNB, Dance with dj richie. So evolution offers clubbers a wide variety of choice to match a growing demand from clubbers in South Wales. Through the week Evoulution is open on Wednesday,Fridays and Saturdays. On a Wednesday its a student night, with both rooms open with room one in the capable hands of dj richie and room two with the most underated dj in Britian by many of the djs in Europe Kriss hill playing the dance tunes. On a Friday its only one room open this being with kriss hill playing all different kinds of dance tunes, through trance, hard house, hard dance and hardcore. Finally on a Saturday both rooms open with both dj kriss hill and richie playing the best tunes people could wish for. Also at Evolution, on a often basis it stages major dance events, these are Bionic, TimeFlies, R.O.A.R and BPM. These dance events are huge in Wales and Western England and all of these events bring in the best djs in Europe, lisa pin-up, lisa lashes, cally and juice (Local boys), BK, Mark eg, judge jules, breeze and styles, these are some of the djs which have turned up and done their sets at Evolution. So if you are clubbers who likes dance, Evolution is the best place to go in south wales or if you are a regular clubber who likes all sorts of music evolution offers a wide variety of choice for everyone. So come its a must, could be the best night of your life.

Liquid & Life     (House)
The Clubbing scene enters the 21st century with LIQUID, a venue that encompasses the finest in clubbing entertainment along with the highest standards of customer care. The nation's leading nightclub brand guarantees an unforgettable night out. Liquid has a modern award winning design with state of the art lighting effects, sound and laser technology ,that has areas to appeal to a broad range of tastes from the main arena, chill out room and VIP suite. Liquid and Life, Cardiff's ultimate dance and event venue. Playing all the best of Funk House, Electro, RnB and Dance. Featuring some of the world best DJ's! With state of the art sound & lighting systems, breathtaking visuals, excellent smoking facilities and unrivalled entertainment, Liquid-Life presents an unrivalled clubbing experience. Tel: 02920 645464.

Move (formally the red rooms)     (House)
The newly renovated Move, hosts a brand new decor and sound system to tantalise those dance music tastebuds. Under new managment, and new nights with a combination of local and national talent popping their head in through the doors...

Aqua     (Popular/Commercial Dance)
Be part of the VIP experience and Come and join the Party at Cardiff's hottest destination: "Aqua Bar & Lounge" St Mary Street.....Cardiff's Premier Night Venue.Featuring top promoters and D.J'S pumping out the sexiest,funkiest:Club classics, Funky house, Commercial, Chart, Dance and R&B tunes. (Now with 4am late Licence) AQUA is not just a nightclub; it is Cardiff 's first nightlife destination. Once admitted, guests will experience AQUA Nightlife. Inspired by a sense of uncomplicated sophistication AQUA Nightclub is destined to be a captivating magnet for everyone. Descend AQUA's traditional staircase to the club and see the plumes of water cascading down one wall - all surrounded by the glitter of neon. The club is complemented by a unique style, incredible DJ and an elegant mix of private tables and theatrical lighting making AQUA the hottest place in the city. Strikingly stylish, the club features a stunning granite bar incorporating digital marine aquariums and lit by illuminated bubble tanks, oversized leather seating and a VIP area that overlooks the dance floor. Catering to a discerning, upscale clientele an evening at AQUA ranges from intimate to extravagant. Guests are welcomed to indulge in the soothing comforts of the lush oversized sofas surrounding the dance floor or dance the night away to the beat of some of the most diverse music mixes on the club scene via the Denon / Bose sound system. Bathed in a backdrop of white, black, cream and silver, and punctuated with hits of colour from dynamic theatrical lighting, AQUA celebrates nightlife in its modern simplicity, making it the perfect nightlife escape. Our Vision In designing AQUA, our aim was to create an environment that was unique whilst being glamorous and fun. An intimate space that will capture people's imagination and transport them from everyday life to a new & exciting place occupied by great people and coupled with excellent service AQUA operates a strict over-21 policy, zero drugs tolerance and a smart dress code For more information on Aqua please call or email us.

Bar Risa     (Garage/RnB/Hip Hop/Urban)
Hot spot on a wednesday and saturday night and a bank holiday sun!! £5 entry drinks £3.50+ Tel: 0870 4289612

Boudoir (formally La Tantra)     (RnB)
Funky house every Saturday, music policy varies throughout week. Tel: 02920645464

Buffalo Bar     (Electro)
The Buffalo play list contains the musical highlights of past & present. From early experiments with electronic equipment, electric guitars & synthesizers, rock excursions into more progressive pastures post Sixties, to the Punk & New Wave movements of the late Seventies & early Eighties. From the Eighties we move to the Nineties through the Indie & Brit Pop movements, the emergence of Hip Hop as a serious contender & the Electro that sprang from ghetto block parties all over the globe.

Chilli's (formally The Union)     (Hard House/Trance)
Newly Refurbished 2 room venue, used to be called The Union, mostly an underground, Electronic music venue in the centre of Cardiff - next to Virgin Megastore.

Club Conti's     (Dance)

Club Metropolitan (aka Metros)     (Live Music/Indie/Rock)
As well as being popular with students, Club Metropolitan attracts people of all ages for the coolest indie and alternative nights in Cardiff. Tel: 029 2039 9939

Club Seven     (Garage/RnB/Hip Hop/Urban)
one of cardiffs newest and best nights out. holding 2 separate student nights a week with regular themed nights.

Club X     (House)
One of the few remaining underground clubs not only in Cardiff but in the whole of Wales. 4 Roomed venue with the main room in a space theme, room 2 about the same size with underground decor. Room 3 normaly used for chilling out and Room 4 is a terraced Garden for those warm summer Welsh nights and cooling down. Also sheltered for you smokers! All rooms have top notch sound and lighting. Formaly predominantly a Gay venue, a very much mixed crowd can be now found. Hosts 'Spaced' every Friday night. 1000 capacity and a 6am bar licence.

Clud Addiction     (Dance)
We are very proud and excited to present to you the start of a new chapter in Cardiff clubbing. We give you the launch of Lamerica at Addiction, undoubtedly Cardiff's finest dance music space, purpose built state of the art environment transformed in true Lamerica style where the ethos is on open minds and great music to ensure a perfect backdrop for your enjoyment.

Clwb Ifor Bach      (Drum n Bass)
Clwb Ifor Bach has 3 floors the main floor being the top floor which holds around 300 people with the top lower floors providing more seating and also a dance floor. Playing every genre of music it is most famed for its Friday night drum n bass. Tel: 029 2023 2199

Clwb Tafod (Under NosDa @ The Riverbank/Tafran Taf)     (Tech House)
TAFOD, Underground Sound Lounge, under NosDa @ The Riverbank (formerly Riverbank Hotel), right on the river Taff. Tafod (Welsh for 'Tongue') is Cardiff's latest music venue, blending old and new tunes from Wales and the World to create a cosy vibe in cool surroundings. The place to talk, drink, listen and dance to great music into the very early hours. Featuring some great Welsh album launches, open mic sessions, live bands, resident DJs and the occasional visit from top Radio 1 DJs! Depending on the night there's something here for everyone. This cosey and intimate, Underground Sound Lounge, is available for private hire parties. Licensed hours are Sun - Wed till 1 am, Thu - Sat till 3am. For more information email: info@nosda.co.uk or check out www.clwbtafod.com

FEVA     (Garage/RnB/Hip Hop/Urban)
Wales & the West's biggest and smartest RnB Saturday nighter with resdident DJ Raheem from Vibe 101FM.

Jongleurs     (Popular/Commercial Dance)
Cardiff's Risa / Jongleurs occupies one of the city's most prestigious sites within the Millennium Plaza leisure development, which opened in November 2001, next to the Millennium Stadium. In July 2004 it expanded to incorporate a nightclub element as well. Bar~Risa is on the ground floor with Jongleurs upstairs, 'Club Risa' is located underneath Bar Risa, all 3 floors have relaxing, uncluttered modern interiors and state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. The venue is situated in the city centre, opposite the rail and bus stations. With 750 square metres available for hire, 80% of seating mobile, full lighting rig all floors and licensed until 2am, it is one of the leading conference/private hire venues in the area. The venue can be hired in its entirety or individual floors or areas. We offer full catering facilities as well. Hireable area 750msq Jongleurs Capacity (for comedy)400 persons Jongleurs Capacity (for disco)800 persons Bar~Risa Capacity 720 persons Club Risa Capacity 910 persons - Full sound system - Removable stage with stage lighting - Dressing Room Facilities - Box Office with Cloakroom Facilities - Twin CD, Twin Dekcs, DJ system - Full lighting rig - 4 big screens - 27 plasmas Tel: 08700 111 960

Jumpin Jacks     (Popular/Commercial Dance)
The biggest and best party in town for people who love to have a good time! Somw say the best party atmosphere and music to get you dancing all night long! Open 5 nights a week from 9pm til 2am in the morning - each night guarantees a fun packed evening full of entertainment! Tel: 07000 352 352

Kings Kitchen     (House)
A pre-club funky house night that get's jammed with all walks of clubbers all in perfect harmony (ahhh!). We run it every other Saturday and people love it! There's very few bars here (none really!) that really cater for eclectic clubbers, we have a happy vibe which sends people on their way with an uplifted spring! Lots of people stay with us until we close at 1am instead of clubbing. And it's all free!

Kirkhouse Nightclub     (Popular/Commercial Dance)
The nightclub of South Wales Valleys, Live chart acts, good dj's Tel: 01685 388872