Get ready to rewind the clock, turn up the nostalgia, and dance like it’s the MySpace era all over again. Creative Loafing Tampa Bay is inviting party-goers across the region to relive the glory days of early-2000s and 2010s nightlife when Club CL: A Dance Party takes over Coastal Creative in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District on Friday, February 27, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Part throwback celebration and part high-energy night out, Club CL is designed for anyone who fondly remembers low-rise jeans, glitter gloss, platform pumps, and a “going-out top” that somehow worked for every occasion. The night promises an unapologetic return to the soundtrack, fashion, and carefree chaos that once ruled dance floors and college bars alike.
A Night Built on Nostalgia
Guests can expect a packed dance floor fueled by a live DJ spinning the best pop, hip-hop, and dance hits from the 1990s through the 2010s—the songs that defined nights out and still live rent-free in everyone’s head. Coastal Creative’s massive video wall will stream iconic music videos throughout the night, adding an immersive, club-style experience that keeps the energy high from start to finish.
Adding to the throwback vibe:
Throwback-priced club drinks, inspired by the days when a full night out somehow cost less than lunch today
VIP lounge areas with private bar access for those ready to fully embrace their main-character energy
A late-night taco truck finale, because no legendary night out ends without tacos
Attendees are encouraged to dress the part—think sock buns, bold statement necklaces, business-casual-meets-nightlife fits, and vintage mall-core fashion pulled straight from the early social-media age.
More Than a Dance Party
“Club CL is for everyone who misses the soundtrack, fashion, and wild energy of nightlife,” said Leigh Wilson, Marketing & Event Director for Creative Loafing Tampa Bay. “We wanted to create a space where people can show up exactly as they would back in the day and dance like they never left the club scene.”
Beyond the dance floor, the event also supports a meaningful mission. A portion of proceeds from Club CL will benefit Current Initiatives of Tampa Bay, a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering communities through programs such as the Laundry Project, Hope for Homes, and Affordable Christmas initiatives.
Event Details
Club CL: A Dance Party
Date: Friday, February 27
Time: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Coastal Creative, 2201 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg (Grand Central District)
Tickets:
https://tampabay.boldtypetickets.com/events/176062380/whiskey-business-boots-brews-bourbon-2025
For more information on Club CL – A Millennial Dance Party, visit clubcltampabay.com
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To learn more about Current Initiatives of Tampa Bay, visit www.engagethecurrent.org
About Creative Loafing Tampa Bay
Creative Loafing Tampa Bay is an award-winning alternative publication providing independent journalism, arts coverage, restaurant news, and comprehensive event listings throughout the region. Known for its fearless reporting and deep community roots, Creative Loafing also offers CL Deals, a locally focused platform featuring dining and entertainment experiences at up to 50% off.
Learn more at www.cltampa.com and www.cldeals.com.
Graphic from Club CL