Jacksonville, FL

Eclipse Bar & Nightclub

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Eclipse Bar & Nightclub is a 21-and-over Riverside Jacksonville venue built around late-night entertainment, with a stage, dance floor, club sound system, DJ booth, full bar, pool table, lounge seating, and an outdoor patio. The room is roughly 2,400 square feet and can handle up to about 200 guests, with seating for around 80 depending on the setup. Live bands share the calendar with karaoke, goth and emo nights, drag, open mics, themed parties, and other nightlife programming, so the atmosphere is energetic and eclectic rather than tied to one genre. For musicians, Eclipse is best suited to rock, punk, alternative, emo, goth, tribute, hip-hop, and other acts that work well in a club environment. The existing stage, sound, and lighting reduce the burden on bands bringing a full production from scratch. It is especially attractive for local or regional groups looking for a compact room with a real dance floor, late hours, and an audience already accustomed to live entertainment and themed nightlife events.

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904-228-4663

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Age policy
21+
Genres
Alternative, Metal, Rock
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Address
4219 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210, United States
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904-228-4663
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