Springfield · Greene County, MO

Nightlife in Springfield

Scout analyzed 78 Springfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

78

Matches

8

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Scout-verified spots

Martha's Vineyard

Downtown Springfield

Martha's Vineyard

This is a night club with a bar, suitable for an evening out with friends or a date. Expect to spend a couple of hours and around $20-$50 per person on drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory

Downtown Springfield

Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory

Vantage is a rooftop bar suitable for an evening out, offering drinks and potential light food with views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and between $30-$75 per person.

CocktailsViewsFood
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Archie's Lounge

Nightlife

Archie's Lounge

Archie's Lounge is a good spot for evening cocktails and light bites, suitable for a date night or a solo unwind. Expect to spend $25-60 per person for an hour and a half visit.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Carrie's Bar

Oak Grove

Carrie's Bar

Carrie's Bar is suitable for an evening out, especially to catch some live music. Expect to spend around $10-30 per person on drinks and stay for 1.5 to 2 hours.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed
$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Stepchild Lounge

Southeast Springfield

Stepchild Lounge

Stepchild Lounge is a spot for an evening of drinks and entertainment, suitable for a date or a group outing. Plan for a 2-3 hour visit with a spend of $20-50 per person on drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
The Regency Live

Downtown Springfield

The Regency Live

The Regency Live is a good spot for an evening of live music and drinks, often pairing well with a pre-show dinner nearby. Expect a visit of 3-4 hours, with costs typically ranging from $25-$75 per person including tickets and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$25–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Southbound Bar & Grill

Nightlife

Southbound Bar & Grill

Southbound Bar & Grill is suitable for a casual evening out with friends or a date night. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person on drinks and bar food.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
BigShots Golf Springfield

Nightlife

BigShots Golf Springfield

BigShots Golf is good for a couple of hours of active fun with friends or family, combining golf simulations with a sports bar atmosphere. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person, making it a good option for a casual outing.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Under $35

Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 8 of the 78 analyzed Springfield places fit nightlife.
  • 13% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 50% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Social, Playful, Relaxed, Adventurous, Upscale.

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