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    It's Saturday night and the weather is perfect.  You and your friends are hyped up and want to head out to the local hot spot.  You know exactly what you're going to wear and who you're going with.  You even know
exactly how you're going to act.  Or do you?

    Whether you're going out for a night of fun dancing with friends, or just to meet some new people; proper nightclub etiquette should always be practiced.  These guidelines will more than likely assure you to have a problem-free fun Night Life in Tucson.


1.     Clothing

    Dress the part.  It is not rare to go to a hot spot that is housing hundreds of people.  Why not dress your best?  For many, going out is a special occasion and they take pride in what they wear.  You should be no exception.  Many nightclubs will look down on you or even reject your entry into the nightclub depending on what you're wearing.  Even though Tucson is a more casual city for dressing up, you should still try to look your best.  Call the nightclub and ask what their dress code is if you're not sure.  It is always better to be over dressed than under dressed.


2.      Bouncers

    Don't be rude to the bouncers.  These are the guys that have to put up with many grumbling and impatient people waiting in line.  They work as fast as time allows and they do not need one more obnoxious person complaining under their breath on how slow they are. This is a fast way to get bounced out of line and sent elsewhere.
              
      
3.     Bar

    Bartenders are on their feet and running around all night long.  They have everybody wanting a drink and as fast as possible.  Sure, we don't like standing in line; but the more prepared you are to order your drink, the sooner you are out of there and the sooner they get to move on to the next person.

    Have your money in your hand ready to dish out.  A bartender doesn't have time to watch you fumble through your purse or wallet.  Next, instead of having each person walk to the bar each and every time, order your entire party's drink all at once.  Lastly, once your drinks are ordered, don't linger around the bar because other people want to get a drink just like you.


4.      DJ Booth

    Don't be a request pest.  The DJ knows the music, and they know it well. They understand the BPM increase and decrease; they know what works and what doesn't.  Leave the music up to them.  There is absolutely no reason to request more than one song, if you must.

        

5.      Fighting

   You really don't belong in a nightclub if all you're going to do is pick a fight. Usually hot spots are crowded and you must be flexible and easy going so try to move around crowds not into them. Yes, you're going to get bumped, stepped on, and you might even get your drink spilled Most of the time these are all honest mistakes so don't get your undies in a wad. Be polite, and offer a drink if it was you who cause it (fellas this is not a good pick-up line) because everyone is there for the same reason and that's to have a good time.  If not, you could get a one way ticket to being kicked out, in a fight, or even thrown in jail.

 
    Follow these guidelines and this should ensure you to have a fun night out with the friends and coming back for more. We'd love to hear what you think.