From The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Best Nearby Dance Clubs (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Edmonton, AB Roost (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 10345 – 104 St, Edmonton  AB  T5J 1B9 • 780-426-3150 Distance: ~0.755 km User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: If you really want to dance, everyone knows there's no better place than a gay club to do it. Roost, it's widely known, is one of the best. The club has dance floors upstairs and down, and the music ranges from popular club tunes to Madonna, and everything in-between. Throughout the night, patrons work themselves into a frenzy, releasing the workday tension and posturing for those who stand on the fringe. Special events include drag shows, karaoke, male and female strippers and game nights. Halo (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 10538 Jasper Ave, Edmonton  AB  T5J 1Z4 • 780-423-4256 Distance: ~0.796 km         Description: Upscale and sophisticated, this club welcomes well-to-do professionals and those who dress the part. The music includes dance tunes and Top 40 hits. Patrons boogie on the dance floor or lounge in rooms along the periphery. The martini bar attracts lots of chic partiers, who aren't afraid to pay for pricey drinks. If you're in the mood for an evening that doesn't touch on cheap beer and grafitti-laden restrooms, this is the opposite end of the spectrum. Give it a try. Rouge Lounge (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 10111 117 St, Edmonton  AB  T5K 1X5 • 780-482-5152 Distance: ~2.191 km         Description: The Rose Bowl, one of Edmonton's favorite pizza joints for years, had a reno a couple years ago and with it came the adjacent Rouge Lounge, a trendy cocktail spot if ever there was one. It's sort of a dance club/sports bar/lounge – the vibe and crowd depend on what's scheduled for the night. Whatever it is, it'll be fun. And you can order Rose Bowl pizza while you're there! Iron Horse (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 8101 – 103 St, Edmonton  AB  T6E 3X8 • 780-438-1907 • 780-438-3710 Distance: ~2.599 km         Description: For true Albertan ambience, this establishment is superb. Housed in a renovated Canadian Pacific Railroad station, the Iron Horse pays homage to the steam engines that helped make the west the vibrant region that it is today. Inside, the place retains much of its architectural detail, creating a terrific backdrop for an evening of fun and festivity. Food is served, including steak and pizza, and beer is a significant draw as well. Friends and colleagues gather to chat, to drink, and to enjoy the city's allure from the large outdoor patio, which affords great views of the historic district. From time to time, DJs and live musicians make use of their craft for the patrons. Attic Bar & Lounge (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 10407 – 82 Ave, Edmonton  AB  T6E 2A1 • 780-433-1969 Distance: ~2.665 km         Description: If you're young and seeking a release from the tension accumulated from textbooks and mid-terms, this is one of the area's best venues. The music is loud and thumping, and DJs play dance remixes of all your favorite tunes. Anything you could want to drink is available, so it's easy to replenish the fluids that you sweat out on the dance floor. The club's a terrific destination in itself, but since it's located in Old Strathcona, you'll find it a great stop-off in the midst of other clubs as well. Cook County Saloon (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 8010 – 103 St, Edmonton  AB  T6E 6A2 • 780-432-2665 Distance: ~2.745 km         Description: For years, this popular club has been applauded by the Canadian Country Music Association as one of the nation's best C&W clubs. A wide range of well-known performers frequent its stage, drawing crowds of music-lovers from Edmonton and all around. The ambience is relaxed, so patrons are allowed to kick back, have a beer, and hang out with friends. On the other hand, if you want to dance, there's plenty of room to kick up your heels and put those boots to work. Almost any activity is welcomed, and you can watch TV or play pool if the spirit doesn't move you to dance. If you've got western wear, throw it on. If not, jeans are fine. Dante's Bistro (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 17328 Stony Plain Rd, Edmonton  AB  T5S 1K6 • 780-486-4448 Distance: ~9.315 km         Description: This expansive bar combines Old World detailing with industrial-chic surroundings. Amber hues and dim lighting mix with concrete floors and dark wood accents. The place is hip, contemporary and a haven for business professionals. They hang out in the evenings, congregating around the enormous central bar or gathering at tables along the perimeter. Beneath light fixtures reminiscent of armillary spheres, patrons mingle and talk about everything from sports to the boardroom and current events. Food served at the adjacent restaurant is available here until 11pm. Cowboys Dance Hall (Nightlife - Dance Clubs) 10102 – 180 St, Edmonton  AB  T5S 1N4 • 780-481-8739 Distance: ~9.438 km         Description: You'll know you're here when you see the wagon wheels resting outside a brick and wood-sided building. Out front, an enclosed patio gives patrons a place to catch their breath when they've been dancing too long. The country bar features DJs and live bands, and the clientele is ready for fun. Throughout the week, you'll find a variety of events, including ladies' night on Tuesday, concerts on Wednesday, and 25-cent draft on Thursday. The club gets busy on these theme nights, and since the music includes rock and dance hits, you'll have a good time even if country isn't your thing. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.