14 Sydney Bars with the Best Dancefloors to Bust a Move on

Whether it's live music or a killer DJ, nothing kick starts a good night out than a pumping dancefloor with an awesome soundtrack. And now that they have reopened, we are looking for the best spots to boogie down with our friends. From the Inner West to the Eastern Suburbs, these are the Sydney bars serving up seriously good dancefloors that will have you feeling like it's February 2020 again!

The Oxford Tavern

HOT TO TOT Saturdays at The Oxford Tav might just be the best dance party since March 2020. Resident Big Time DJs The Dollar Bin Darlings and the Bottom Dollar Buddies will bring you pleasure and remind you what a party feels like, spinning Disco and House all summer long.

Expect to dance 9pm until late-late with no lockouts, it’s the (unofficial) Club of the Inner West. Come down and snag a covid-safe dance floor kiss… whatever that is.

1 New Canterbury Road, Petersham

The Cliff Dive

For tropical vibes and island beats, head downstairs to Oxford Street Tiki Bar, The Cliff Dive. We can't wait to get down on this neon dancefloor!

Basement, 16/18 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst 

Barangaroo House

Enjoy waterside views, great food and amazing drinks while listening to some of Sydney's best DJ talent across all three levels of Barangaroo House. From Wednesday to Sunday, you’ll find a DJ and a dancefloor at either House Bar or Smoke Rooftop.

35 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo

Goros

Surry Hills’ Goros is so ready to fire up the dancefloor. Be prepared to party every Friday and Saturday night with their awesome lineup of local DJ's on the decks each weekend. 

84/86 Mary Street, Surry Hills

Cargo Bar

Cargo Bar welcomes the return of the famous harbourside parties with two levels of live DJs and dance floors from 5pm until late, every night of the week, spinning the very best of old school hip hop, 80s, 90s and R&B.

King Street Wharf, 52-60 The Promenade, Sydney

Harry's

Boogie down each Friday and Saturday night after 6pm to the beats of Sydney's best DJ's. Better still, entry is free!

40-44 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills

The Golden Sheaf

The Golden Sheaf in Double Bay gets its dancefloor going once again every Friday, and Saturday night, from 5pm in the Canopy Bar, Beer Garden and Rooftop. On Sundays, you can kick back to some live music from 1pm.

429 New South Head Road, Double Bay

Bungalow 8

Bungalow 8 is bringing back live DJs every weekend. The hottest local talent will showcase their sounds each Friday and Saturday night, and be sure to get in early to avoid the queue.

King Street Wharf, 3 Lime Street, Sydney

The Soda Factory

Fun-time bar The Soda Factory is the place to be each Thursday, Friday and Saturday for a dancing-good time.

16 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills

Frankie's Pizza

If you're more of a rocker than a hip-hopper, Frankie's is the best bar to head to. Known for their loud and live rock sets, you can headbang and fist the air before fuelling up with a few slices of their signature pizza.

50 Hunter Street, Sydney

The Clock

The Clock Hotel have relaunched their weekly Friday and Saturday night DJ and dancing sessions. We'll see you at the bar!

470 Crown Street, Surry Hills

The Marlborough Hotel

Dancing at The Marlborough ‘Marly’ Hotel is back! On Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from 8pm till late, expect a vibing dancefloor across all three levels. 

145 King Street, Newtown

The Bank Hotel

Newtown institution, The Bank Hotel, is giving the green light to getting’ down in the main bar every Friday and Saturday from this week. Local DJs will be pumping the tunes at this local go-to.

324 King Street, Newtown

Kings Cross Hotel

This three-level late-night destination will ensure you have the best time, every time. At Kings Cross Hotel you can catch DJ each week from Wednesday to Sunday on the various levels.

244-248 William Street, Potts Point

Already taken a spin on the dancefloor of these Sydney bars recently? For more places to party down late into the evening, be sure to check out our round-up of the best new bar openings.