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The Pinhook - Durham, NC Night Clubs
The Pinhook - Durham, NC Night Clubs
The Pinhook - Durham, NC Night Clubs
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THE PINHOOK

(4.8 Score)
117 West Main Street,
Durham, NC 27701 Directions

Since 2008

Specialty:

✓ Bottle Service ✓ Karaoke ✓ Dance ✓ Music ✓ Bar ✓ Trivia ✓ Open Mics ✓ Drag Shows ✓ Local Bands ✓ DJs ✓ Open-Mike Nights ✓ Square Dances ✓ Cocktails ✓ Live Music ✓ Queer Line Dancing Night

"The Pinhook has been Durham’s premier 225-capacity venue for bands, music, dance parties, and creative events for over 18 years. The Pinhook hosts Dead Prez, The Mountain Goats, Sylvan Esso, The Blow, EMA, Big Freedia, Titus Andronicus, Hiss Golden Messenger, Jens Lekman, Le1f, and more. The club is a secure place for LGBTQ folks, POC groups, punks, cyclists, trivia nerds, lawyers, and almost everyone else. The Pinhook provides a bar area to enjoy your favorite drinks. The club also provides their space for rent, meetings, events, and even movies. Join them to enjoy a fun night with your friends.

2026 Update: You can enjoy their Monsters and Mayhem Drag Show at 10pm."

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License #00166415AJ - 999

Price:

Events
Robber Robber: $44
Dapyp: $64
King Garbage: $68

Contact:

(984) 244-7243 (919) 901-3835

Mon-Thu: 5pm - 2am
Fri-Sun: Closed

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Shooters II - Durham, NC Night Clubs
Shooters II - Durham, NC Night Clubs
Shooters II - Durham, NC Night Clubs
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7+ YEARS IN TBR
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SHOOTERS II

(4.7 Score)
827 West Morgan Street,
Durham, NC 27701 Directions

Since 2011

Specialty:

✓ Live Bands ✓ DJ ✓ Birthday Parties ✓ Bottle Service ✓ Hip Hop ✓ Concerts ✓ Cocktails ✓ Dance ✓ Live Music ✓ Salsa ✓ Karaoke ✓ Live Entertainment

"Shooters II is a neon-light nightspot that provides DJ music, a large dance floor, and games of beer pong. The club has the largest dance floor with fully stocked bar facilities. The club allows customers aged 21 and older. The club accepts guests aged 18 and older. A dress code is enforced, and a government-issued ID must be presented. No pictures on phones are accepted. Shooters II provides transport service to and from the venue at no additional charge. The club also has a smoking patio area. Happy hour specials and the best nightlife are available on Fridays and Saturdays. Come and enjoy your relaxing time with your friends and loved ones.

2026 Update: Shooters II offers free Wi-Fi and accepts credit cards."

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License #00086015AJ

Contact:

(919) 680-0428

Wed & Sat: 10pm - 2am
Fri: 10pm - 2:09am
Mon,Tue,Thu & Sun: Closed

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Club Era Durham - Durham, NC Night Clubs
Club Era Durham - Durham, NC Night Clubs
Club Era Durham - Durham, NC Night Clubs
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CLUB ERA DURHAM

(4.6 Score)
305 South Dillard Street,
Durham, NC 27701 Directions

Since 2024

Specialty:

✓ Queer Line Dancing ✓ Queer Karaoke ✓ Hard Style Rave ✓ Y2K Rave ✓ Naked Yoga ✓ DJs ✓ Dance Parties ✓ Drag ✓ Karaoke ✓ Trivia ✓ Social Events ✓ Community Events

“2026 Update: Club Era Durham is designed with a welcoming ambience for their customers. The club is a place to dance, socialize, and celebrate with a community that thrives on music, art, and freedom of expression. The club features local talent. You can come 5 nights a week and get your fix of rainbows and unicorns. The staff only permits those more than 18 years of age. The club is a perfect place to relax with friends. Club Era Durham offers a wide range of cocktails, all handcrafted by their local in-house mixologists.”

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License #2558260

Price:

Y2k Rave Cover $10
The Cocktails & Beer
Bad And Boujee $15
“You're Welcome” $15
James’ Giant Peach $14
Pick Me Up $12
La Puta $13
Power Bottom $12
The Flamer $9
The Temptress (Shot) $9
Hoppyum $6
Bull City Cider $6
Tecate $4
Modelo $5
Topo Chico Hard Seltzer $6
PBR $4
White Claw $4
Kombucha $7

Contact:

(919) 984-5495

Thu: 8pm - 1am
Fri & Sat: 8pm - 2am
Sun: 10pm - 12am
Mon-Wed: Closed

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THE PINHOOK REVIEWS

Recently got married in downtown Durham and was looking for a fun spot to host an afterparty where one of my bridesmaids could DJ. After reaching out to a few places, Kym at Pinhook came through and couldn’t have been more accommodating. The vibes were amazing, and the staff was incredibly kind and welcoming. Even when the power went out because of an accident on the block, they let us stay and chill until it came back. The energy at Pinhook is unmatched. If you’re looking for a cool place to hang, see performers, or throw an event, definitely check them out.

Welcoming venue! Two moms took a group of teens to see a favorite band, and everyone had a great time. Tickets and beverages were very affordable. The kids were close to the stage, and we had comfortable booth seating at the back. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the all-ages policy was handled well. We will definitely return next event the kids request.

Had a blast here on a Friday night for Drag hosted karoake. I will say it wasn't what I expected. I thought it would be more of a show and more drag queens, but it was so much fun regardless. Great , diverse, supportive crowd, all just having a good time singing and dancing. 10/10 highly recommend.

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SHOOTERS II REVIEWS

Ronnie was an incredible driver! He picked us up from the bar and made the ride home smooth and comfortable. He was super friendly, polite, and professional the entire time. He even went out of his way to ensure we felt safe and taken care of, which was really appreciated after a long night out. If you’re looking for someone dependable and kind, Ronnie is your guy. Highly recommend his service.

I’m From FLA and we turn up this way but I will tell you Them Carolina folks know how to turn it up a notch too if you want a great environment and wanna enjoy a good club experience this the place I will be returning even tho it’s a 10 hour drive one way for me #lovedemcarolinafolk.

Insanely fun bar. They have a mechanical bull. Basically the go to bar in Durham from what I hear. They also do pong which is kind of cool.

CLUB ERA DURHAM REVIEWS

Amazing experience! Will come back. Recommend 10/10. Come as you are. Staff was very engaging and friendly. Everyone from the front desk, bartenders, DJ, performers, and security were amazing. Vibes were vibing.

Great vibes! Mixed crowd! reasonably priced drinks! Bartenders were amazing! Multiple rooms to hangout in! DJ this past weekend was great.

One of the funnest places for me to let my hair down and be myself lots of different groups meet up there and have a fun time.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE PINHOOK Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Experience: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SHOOTERS II Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Complete Info: 8
Experience: 8
Social Media: 8
Business Hours: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CLUB ERA DURHAM Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Experience: 7
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Accuracy of : 8
Business Hours: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10
Website Standard: 10