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Corean Reynolds Named Director of Nightlife Economy in Boston
“Her leadership and passion for economic inclusion will help us advance Mayor Wu’s vision of a city that has a robust, vibrant, and...
NITECAP
Mar 23, 20231 min read


Many Cities Do Not Work for Women
"Visit almost any city in the world and some of these inequalities are evident. Firstly, it is well-documented that many women have...
NITECAP
Mar 14, 20231 min read


Austin Music Census Results are in
Second survey and analysis provides update on strengths, impacts and opportunities for Austin's music ecosystem....
NITECAP
Feb 28, 20231 min read


Culture Clash? - Goths and Theatre Goers Share Social Space
https://thereader.com/2023/02/08/undead-omahas-dark-nightlife-community-rise-with-noir/ Take a peek into one of nightlife's subculture in...
NITECAP
Feb 19, 20231 min read


Orlando proposal to curb violence: Permits and privitized security, costing operators
That same proposal would also require bar and club owners to hire more security guards at their own expense to help patrol areas around...
NITECAP
Jan 25, 20231 min read


Advocating for Seattle’s Nightlife, Post Pandemic
Our very own Scott Plusquellec sits down with the Urbanist to discuss Advocacy and the rebuilding of an intertwined nightlife ecosystem...
NITECAP
Jan 18, 20231 min read


Strength In Numbers: How Live Businesses Joined Forces In 2022
It makes intuitive sense that emerging from the havoc the global pandemic wrought upon the live industry, rebuilding in 2022 would...
NITECAP
Dec 31, 20221 min read


Chefs Turn off the Gas and Light up Induction Cooktops
Some chefs (and cities) are removing methane from the menu to support climate goals and also kitchen workers' personal health....
NITECAP
Dec 31, 20221 min read
Best Places to Retire in the U.S. according to the U.S. News & World Report
While the beach, and a slower pace are important criteria for our next chapter, a vibrant nightlife with things to do and opportunities...
NITECAP
Nov 11, 20221 min read


American downtowns are struggling to recover after COVID shifted their roles as community centers.
The New York Times examines 10 American cities and the impact of the Pandemic on their downtowns.
NITECAP
Nov 1, 20221 min read


Bartenders are serving creative NA cocktails to keep the party going, without the buzz
“[customers] Still want a social environment, but they want it to be safe and want it to be inclusive of health choices”...
NITECAP
Oct 25, 20221 min read


Sacramento city official Tina Lee-Vogt named as point person for nightlife issues
“You come downtown on a Friday and Saturday night, and you see downtown full with restaurants full, people having a good time,” he said....
NITECAP
Oct 4, 20221 min read


A New Generation of Queer Bars are Betting on a More Inclusive Future
"It’s tough to predict the future outlook for LGBTQ+ bars and nightlife, as much remains uncertain for so many types of businesses. But...
NITECAP
Sep 21, 20221 min read


Top 10 U.S. Cities with Best Nightlife
Some of these are not surprising (and we couldn't agree more), but the list seems to be missing some destinations. Nonetheless, we love...
NITECAP
Aug 15, 20221 min read


Meet Michael Paul - Manager of Nightlife and Culture in Atlanta
Newly appointed to the role of Manager of Nightlife and Culture for the Mayor's Office of Film, Entertainment and Nightlife, Michael sits...
NITECAP
Aug 9, 20221 min read


Meet Raheem Manning - Nighttime Economy Director in Philadelphia
"Now that Philly has gotten with the program, Manning feels more than ready to take on the challenge. The 33-year-old served a couple...
NITECAP
Aug 9, 20221 min read


Meet Howie Kaplan - Head of the Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy in New Orleans
"I think the goal at this point is to find things we can do out of the gate," Kaplan says, like loading zones for musicians, advocating...
NITECAP
Aug 9, 20221 min read


Founding NITECAP member Allison Harnden Speaks with 24HourNation
Founding NITECAP member Allison Harnden joins Randall White on the 24HourNation podcast to talk about being Pittsburgh's "night mayor"...
NITECAP
Jul 12, 20221 min read


Founding NITECAP member Dominique Greco Speaks with 24HourNation
Founding NITECAP member Dominique Greco joins Randall White on the 24HourNation podcast to discuss the founding of the Orlando...
NITECAP
Jul 12, 20221 min read


New Orleans Funds Office of Nightlife
The office housed in the City of New Orleans with a rumored budget of half-a-million dollars will have their initiatives drive to 5...
NITECAP
Jun 16, 20221 min read
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