To be clear Lagos is the city of Baddies and Ballers, and we live it, colourful and lavish around here — ain’t no party like a Lagos party! – and yet some of us prefer a more paced approach in the Lagos Experience — it’s okay to microdose, we get it! — So what does a microdose or rather, a ‘pocket-friendly’ Lagos feel and look like?
Here’s an itinerary to help you experience Lagos Nightlife on a Budget.
Nightlife on a Mainland Budget
Let’s start here, Lagos Mainland and Island offer two distinct Nightlife Experiences but not to worry we’ve got you covered on both! We know the Lagos Mainlanders like to keep it xxxx and we’ve got the perfect itinerary for you. You can enjoy all these activities on a budget of 100k – below — we outside!
So you’re preparing to head out. It’s Saturday, you’ve got all night — where are we going, guys? —
We start the night with pre-drinks at Papiees Meatro, located at 18b Moore Rd, Yaba, Lagos. Pappies is a staple among Mainlanders, a very fluid? a lounge that caters to different themes, it also caters to a variety of people from University Students, 9-5ers, and Boomers. They’ve also got a great selection of drinks and food, their reasonably priced platters are a perfect meal to set sail into the Lagos night.
From there, we take the night to Voyage at 15 Isaac John, Ikeja, this nightclub is becoming a spot where all the nightlife action for Mainlanders is celebrated, so dance the night away and have a few drinks.- surprise!, it’s buy one get two free!- Mojo and Xtacy are two nightclubs you should consider checking out. You can experience the nightlife culture of Lagos Mainland on a budget – club hopping is not a crime!–
One thing to note about Mainland Nightlife, it’s not as fast-paced on the Island, but has it’s own charm and can prove to be an unforgettable experience if you open yourself up to it. So try it out!
Nightlife on an Island Budget
For those on the Island, I got you covered, and yes we’ve got your Nightlife on a Budget, your budget though is 300k – below — you’re on the island! what did you expect?
The island is known for it’s luxury and extravagance, and navigating that on a budget – I know! sounds like a lot — so here’s an itinerary to help guide you, it great to remember – the best way to enjoy anything on a budget is with good company!–
We start off our night with Pre-drinks at The Hook Lounge located at 16 Waziri Ibrahim Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos. It has a cozy atmosphere that sets the right tone for night out of fun, while being very pocket-friendly, you can order drinks to get the vibes going and sit by the pool, just enjoying the moment.
— Ready to change settings? — Let’s head to Scarlet Club located at Adeola Odeku St, Victoria Island, Lagos. You can elevate your night with, a few drinks, dancing, and still enjoy performances from dancers or guest artists, all within a budget.
Getting tired of the club and need something different, check out any raves happening that weekend on the Weekend Guide and head there, Raving in Lagos is the perfect way to have a great night out while staying within a budget, friendly priced drinks, entry can be free or token amounts and all you have to do is dance.
And to call it a night — let’s get a quick quick snack — head over to Jay’s Diner located at Falomo Square, Ikoyi. Get some post-party munchies and share laughs.
