Lawrence · Douglas County, KS

Nightlife in Lawrence

Scout analyzed 51 Lawrence places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

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Lawrence Cultural District

6 matching spots

Oread

1 matching spots

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Lawrence Cultural District

John Brown's Underground

John Brown's Underground is suitable for an evening drink and small plates, often before or after dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-75 per person.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lawrence Cultural District

The Sandbar

The Sandbar is a casual, festive tiki bar in Lawrence best for evening drinks with friends or a solo stop. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for an hour or two, likely after dinner or before moving to another spot.

CocktailsRelaxedSocial

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lawrence Cultural District

Lucia

Lucia is a low-cost bar with live music, suitable for a casual evening out or a late-night drink. Expect to spend $10-30 per person and dedicate 1.5-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lawrence Cultural District

The Bourgeois Pig

The Bourgeois Pig is a good spot for a relaxed evening drink, whether for a date or a small group. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-35 per person, pairing well with a dinner beforehand or as a cozy late-night stop.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$10–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Lawrence Cultural District

Free State Brewing Company

Free State Brewing Company is a relaxed brewpub suitable for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-40 per person for hearty American fare and house-brewed beer.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Lawrence Cultural District

Merchants Pub & Plate

This gastropub is suitable for a dinner outing, pairing well with a stroll on Massachusetts St. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Oread

The Oread Lawrence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Oread is a good spot for upscale drinks and appetizers, especially for a special evening. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-75 per person, depending on what you order at the rooftop bar.

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$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking