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NYC’s new nightlife mayor Jeffrey Garcia wants to show the outer boroughs some love
“I have a very unique background,” Garcia says, one that he believes makes him particularly equipped to communicate between the disparate...
NITECAP
Jan 1, 20241 min read


Brewing belonging: Code of conduct lays out steps for a better beer scene
Pittsburgh regional brewers adopted a code of conduct for navigating inappropriate behaviors and setting a new tone in a male-dominated...
NITECAP
Dec 18, 20231 min read


One on One with Nashville's Director of Nightlife
"McDonough said he serves as a liaison between business owners and residents, and their interactions between each other and with city...
NITECAP
Dec 10, 20231 min read


How should Philadelphia define a nightclub?
Written in partnership with Director of Nighttime Economy Raheem Manning, City Councilman Isaiah Thomas introduced legislation "modifying...
NITECAP
Nov 24, 20231 min read


City of New Orleans, Office of Nighttime Economy Unveil Musician Loading Zones
https://nola.gov/next/mayors-office/news/articles/october-2023/2023-10-11-musician-loading-zones/
NITECAP
Nov 16, 20231 min read


Live Concert Industry will Experience "FunFlation" in Full Force
https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2023/09/19/live-concerts-will-experience-funflation-in-full-force-says-bank-of-america/
NITECAP
Nov 3, 20231 min read


Scott Plusquellec: Seattle's In-House Nightlife Business Champion
https://24hournation.com/podcast/seattle/
NITECAP
Oct 22, 20231 min read


Robots are pouring drinks in Vegas. As AI grows, the city's workers brace for change
AI has its sights on the hospitality industry. "The question is, how do you factor in and how do you adapt your economic development...
NITECAP
Sep 22, 20231 min read


They like the nightlife: ‘Night mayors’ revive cities after dusk
"Night mayors often remind residents and businesses that they ultimately share a common goal of wanting to make their city a great place...
NITECAP
Sep 15, 20231 min read


New York Needs Workers. They’re Waiting On the Sidelines.
"Danny Meyer’s Maialino can’t reopen for lunch until he has workers, but immigration laws prevent asylum seekers from filling New York’s...
NITECAP
Sep 10, 20231 min read


New report details 24 ways for Savannah to improve nightlife
"City of Savannah's partnering offices are tasked with making the recommendations a reality. They hope to implement a new office of...
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Sep 5, 20231 min read


Boston's nightlife director Corean Reynolds wants to change city's sleepy reputation
"To Reynolds, being a 24-hour city doesn’t just mean late night bars. It means restaurants, transportation and the convenience of daytime...
NITECAP
Aug 30, 20231 min read


Planning Commission approves amendment to allow more music venues, creative spaces
The amendment adds performance venue as a use to the City's building code and spells out the requirements for a business to qualify as a...
NITECAP
Aug 25, 20231 min read


Pittsburgh officials announced indefinite pause for e-scooters
A two year e-scooter pilot saw 23% used for going out to dine. Until the state works through complicated legislative process, they're no...
NITECAP
Aug 22, 20231 min read


Resellers Average $41K Per Show, NITO Study Finds
"NITO was able analyze the effect legal restrictions have on the resale market. California allows for resale restrictions. In the Golden...
NITECAP
Aug 18, 20231 min read


Sacramento created a nightlife manager job nine months ago. Here’s what she’s done so far.
A window into the world of a Nighttime Economy Manager's first days. https://www.capradio.org/articles/2023/07/18/sacramento-created-a-ni...
NITECAP
Aug 14, 20231 min read


Independent Venues Have Found New Ways to Survive — They Hope
"In this brave new world for live music, anything and everything seems to be on the table." https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-feat...
NITECAP
Aug 10, 20231 min read


Downtown Commission greenlights new Sixth Street barriers
Bar operator partnerships, Public space design and safety enhancements are key elements of Austin's Safer Sixth St. Initiative....
NITECAP
Aug 6, 20231 min read


The Fight for Queer Nightlife
"At its best, queer nightlife is about collectivity and the possibilities born out of conviviality. There’s a fundamental need for...
NITECAP
Jul 31, 20231 min read


Denver Could Elect to Have a Night Mayor Help Bring Back Downtown
87 Foundation and other nightlife and entertainment advocates weigh a "Night Mayor" for Denver. U.S. Night Managers tell them how it...
NITECAP
Jun 26, 20231 min read
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