One of the joys of studying in Edinburgh is the abundance of clubs open to head to after a long day of classes and hard work. With so many to choose from, it can sometimes be hard to know where to get the best deals on what nights. Look no further, for here you’ll get every student club night every day of the week with some tips, tricks and recommendations. Always remember; when in doubt, Hive will sort you out!
Monday
To kick off the week, the best choice is Flare Mondays at WhyNot. Entry into Flare Mondays isn’t the best at £5, but their LED and hip-hop and grime hits make up for it, not forgetting drinks which start at £.150. Its incredibly popular with first years but is usually pretty busy.
Tuesday
There are a few options out there for a Tuesday night, but the most popular one is Tamagotchi at Subway Cowgate. It’s FREE entry which is an absolute plus and drinks are cheap but good. Tamagotchi is a throwback night with all the hits from the 80s/90s/00s. Great, affordable, and a fun night out.
Wednesday
Wednesday is known as being usual sports and social night, but there’s still plenty of nights out to check out. Of all the places, you’re best to check out LOVE Wednesdays at WhyNot. The drink prices are all at student friendly prices, with a vodka and mixer only setting you back £2.25.Entry is £5.
Thursday
Indie Thursdays are the place to be! Head to the Liquid Rooms for the biggest Indie night in Edinburgh. Expect all your fave music by the Arctic Monkeys, Catfish & The Bottlemen, The Killers, and Sam Fender. Secure your tickets to guarantee entry. 99p for Super Early Bird and £3 for Early Bird tickets.
Friday
On Friday night, head to Hive for Flip Friday. With free-entry from 9pm to 10pm and £2 vodka and mixer, what else could you ask for? Separated into different rooms, each room plays different types of music. Choose between throwback hits, R&B, and hip hop, and pick your room. You’re guaranteed a good time at Hive!
Saturday
We’re staying at Hive for Saturday night! The free entry carries over to the Saturday as well, from 9pm to 10pm. On Bubblegum Saturday, as you can probably guess, the playlist is all things pop. Expect all the chart-toppers and pop hits that you love. Check out their free booth hire as well!
Sunday
Not many clubs are open on a Sunday (shocker, I know), but you don’t have to have a night-in! Head to La Belle Angele for one of their live music nights. They have different acts, performers, and DJs every Sunday. Head to their website to see what night awaits you!
FAQs on the best student nights in Edinburgh
Tes, photo ID is required at every event. Remember, if you bring your student ID as well, you can access student discounts for tickets and drinks!
When in doubt, ask the group chat! See what they are planning on wearing, so you can coordinate! A good tip as well is to check the event's Instagram account, where they post pictures of the crowd from previous nights. You can see what the vibe is through these photos.
Wednesdays are generally sport social nights. This means every club and bar will be packed with every sport society member from your university. If you are a part of these societies, Wednesdays are the day to go out.
Bring your student ID with you everywhere you go to get those discounts! Check the club's socials and websites before heading as they'll usually discount a certain drink for the night. If you stick to the discounted drink, you'll definitely save some money!
Tickets are normally available either on Fatsoma, Fixr, or the club's website. Try to avoid reselling Facebook groups as sellers tend to hike the prices up by stupid amounts.
Last Updated on August 9, 2025
Published on July 17, 2025
Hi, I’m Rachel! I’m a French and International Relations student at the University of Exeter. When I’m not studying, I’m usually reading a good fiction book or listening to pop culture podcasts! Or, you’ll find me reading the guests’ essays from the New York Times.
