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General Maya K. · 2w ago

first time going out downtown, where do i even start

just turned 19 and honestly no clue how any of this works. do you buy tickets ahead or just show up, what even is a guestlist, how much cash. feel dumb asking but rather ask than stand outside looking lost. any basic tips

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Jordan M. · 2w ago
not dumb at all, everyone started here. quick version: pick one area (king west's the easiest first strip), get on a free list online, bring real id and a card and some cash for coat check and tips, go around 11-11:30. don't overthink it
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Aisha N. · 2w ago
adding coat check is like $3-5 and usually cash only so keep small bills. and keep your phone charged for the ride home
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Maya K. · 2w ago
this is exactly what i needed, thanks. king west it is
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Chloe W. · 2w ago
go with at least one friend who's done it before your first time. half of feeling comfortable is just not being alone at the door
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Sofia L. · 2w ago
eat before, pace yourself, don't take drinks from strangers. basic but it's the stuff that keeps a first night fun instead of a mess
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Marcus T. · 2w ago
bring less cash than you think and put your card on your phone as backup. you do not need $200 in your pocket on a first night out