Places to Party in Park City

Contrary to what you may have heard about Deer Valley, there is an active nightlife. Actually, the Deer Valley area has more alcoholic beverage businesses per capita than any other place in Utah. If you are going to drink here you should know a couple things about Utah's liquor laws. Many businesses that serve alcohol are �private clubs.� Guests may buy an cheap membership that's good for three weeks. This allows entrance and consumption of alcoholic beverages during your time there. So there are lots of places to find a good drink, see live entertainment, and dance; if that's in your vacation plans.

For the nicest selection of clubs and pubs, you should travel to Park City�s historic district. If you desire live-entertainment, check out the Spur Bar and Grill on Main Street. This is a no-smoking establishment. While it is cowboy themed, it is very comfortable rather than rustic. Spur�s sister location is 350 S. Main. Their Jupiter Cosmopolitan was chosen, in 2005, to be Park City's signature drink. Another place that offers music (jazz, funk, or acoustic) is Mother Urban�s Ratskeller. It's well-known for locally produced burritos and a huge selection of bottled beers.

While the 2002 Olympics were in Salt Lake many famous people gathered at Harry O�s. This hip dance club requires "club dress" and has live bands or a DJ. Lines are to be expected. Also be prepared for a heftier membership fee at this popular hangout. Another spot to get your groove on is Cisero�s. This place is a packed dance club on one floor and a top-quality dining establishment on the other.

Other popular bars are O�Shuck�s and No Name Saloon. O�Shuck�s is so-named for the oysters they serve by the dozen. This place is small and brings a crowd�particularly locals. On Tuesday nights they offer $3 giant beers and hamburgers. No Name Saloon is next door offering live music and an enjoyable atmosphere. Other places for meals are Bandit�s Bar and Grill and Wasatch Brewing Company. Bandit�s is a casual place that offers hearty meals of barbecue and steak fries. Wasatch Brewing Company provides casual dining and local brews as well.

You don't have to go very far to locate a trendy, nighttime hangout. Whether you're looking for a traditional pub, a more romantic �date� bar, or a noisy dance club; there are plenty of options. Winter or summer you will find a drinking establishment to fit your personality and budget.

Blake Provo enjoys writing for Blooming Resort Rentals which offers Deer Valley lodging options for visitors to the area. See also the Deer Valley News website they sponsor.