“Club Day” “Hongdae”

What is the Hongdae Club Day?

The Hongdae Club Day is a club festival in which a 15,000 won ticket grants partygoers admission into 13 clubs that offer a great variety of dance performances and music such as hip-hop, rock, techno, jazz, and acoustic.
It takes place at 11 p.m. on the last Friday of every month, and continues till 5.am. the following day.
Ticket price: 15,000 won (includes one beverage priced 5,000 won and lower) Ticket sales places
: All the clubs that participate in the Club Day festival (Most clubs located within the Hongdae district are included.)

Hongdae?

The area surrounding Hongik University is widely known for its bustling nightlife.
Otherwise referred to as “Hongdae,” the district is packed with myriad clubs and is often regarded as the birthplace for the “Independent Culture” scene, where artists freely display their talent with little concern over financial rewards.
Although it has experienced considerable commercial growth throughout the years, it remains a haven for loyal, following fans to salute many promising underground bands.
I`ll share with you a few of my stories and suggestions on how to best take in the social scene, particularly on “Club Day,” when one ticket gives unlimited access to 13 famous Hongdae clubs on the last weekend of every month.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the names mentioned

M2

M2 dazzles youngsters with swirling, electronic music from an impressive list of both domestic and international DJ talent.

… Phone :+82-2-3143-7573
… Capacity : 1000 and over
… Business hour and admission fee: Sunday through Thursday 8:30 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.
(Admissionfee: 10,000 won – extra fee charged for special events)
Friday, Saturday 7:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
(Admission fee: 15,000 Won – extra fee charged for special events)
… Website: http://www.clubm2.co.kr(english/)
… Getting There :From Hongik University (Hongdaeibgu) Station of Seoul Metro Line No. 2, Exit No.5,
walk for 7 minutes.


Hip Hop’s Club Q-vo

… Phone :3143-7573 (Korean)
… Business time : Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday - 8:00 p.m. ~ 5:30 a.m.
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday - 8:00 p.m.~ 6:30 a.m.
… Admission fee : Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday 10,000 won
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday 15,000 won (10,000 won for entrance before 10 p.m.)
In case of a special event, rates for the event are charged separately.
… Website : http://www.ohoo.net/(Korean, English)

NB’s Authentic Hip-Hop Flavor

The club initially opened its doors as a techno music club not so very long ago,
but since changed its approach, establishing itself as an authentic hip-hop club.
Nowadays, NB is synonymous with the ‘Hongdae club’ scene and often regarded as a first choice among diehards.
The venue is also particularly popular among foreigners.

… Phone : +82-2-333-2769
… Business time : 8:00 p.m. ~ 4:00 a.m.(Monday through Thursday, Sunday)
8:00 p.m. ~ 6:00 a.m.(Friday and Saturday)
… Admission fee :10,000 won

Tips

* Most clubs have lockers that safely store visitors’ personal belongings.
For your convenience, it’s best to place your baggage and valuables in custody of the club.
It costs 2,000 won.
* Though most clubs don’t advertise a strict dress code policy, it is highly possible that you will be refused entrance if you are dressed in a suit or in slippers.
* It is necessary for clubbers to bring along their identification card.
Minors are strictly forbidden.


How to get there?
Subway Line 2 to Hongdae station,
exit 6→Walk straight for 50 meters and take the street between VIPS and Omuto Tomato.
Walk straight for 70 meters up to Hongik University main entrance→The club street is to the right in the direction of Far East Broadcasting Center (or Geukdong Bangsong in Korean)
*On Club Days, the clubs distribute leaflets showing a map to the clubs so you can easily find the location even on your first visit.