8 Best Nightlife in Missouri, USA

Three noncruising casinos—all of which have hotels on-site—in the Kansas City area are the Argosy

Blueberry Hill, a mainstay of the trendy Loop district, is an intimate venue that hosts local and nationally-known acts and features monthly performances by rock-and-roll legend Chuck Berry.

Comedy City has family-oriented comedy along with food and drinks. Tickets are $10–$13, and shows are Thursday through Saturday nights.

Harrah's Casino

Isle of Capri

The Blue Room, in the American Jazz Museum, has live performances Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Most shows are $5.

At The Brick, every Friday at 7 pm, Emcee Maygun, armed with her trusty laptop, serves as a witty and sassy host for a completely original take on bar trivia that allows teams to challenge, or "riot," other teams' answers. Admission is $5. The Brick hosts a variety of punk, rock, and alternative bands most nights.

One of St. Louis' major music venues in the trendy Loop district, The Pageant is a mid-size venue that hosts nationally known acts and up-and-comers.