PhxSoul.com has received numerous e-mails from African Americans who are seeking nightlife and entertainment venues for people in their 40s, 50s, 60s and above!
You know what? I've found that the "mature African American" crowd has some great options here in the Valley of the Sun!
Here's a list of PhxSoul.com's top nightlife and entertainment recommendations for mature African Americans in the Valley:
Phoenix
Bobby C's
1140 E. Washington St.
(602) 252-2273
Jazz brunch on Sunday and performances throughout the week.
View the online Calendar of Events for the most up-to-date schedule!
Char's Has the Blues
4631 N. 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ
(602) 230-0205
You'll see people of all ages dancin' and havin' a good time in this legendary blues spot in Phoenix.
Doc's Place
40 E. Camelback Road, Ste. 102
Phoenix, AZ
602-277-5999
Doc and Nayo Jones, a well-known, African-American father-and-daughter musical duo in the Valley, have teamed up to own Doc's Place (the old Johnny's Uptown location) on the northeast corner of Central Ave. and Camelback Road in Phoenix. Doc and Nayo will be performing on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Legion - AMVETS Post 5
3805 S 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040-1312
You can always count on a good time at The Legion! The Legion caters to the 25 and older crowd. They always play good music, especially on the weekends, they have a kitchen, cheap drinks and the people are always friendly. Maybe a little too friendly at times. Another legendary spot in South Phoenix!
Sportsman Social Club
943 W Watkins St
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 252-7153
This is a downhome spot where you can talk with old friends and make new ones. Sportsman Social Club hosts all kinds of events and draws people of all ages. This place is as casual and fun as it gets! Sportsman Social Club is one of South Phoenix's landmarks!
Kazimierz World Wine Bar
7137 E Stetson Dr. (Stetson is 1 block southwest of Camelback and Scottsdale Roads)
Scottsdale, AZ
It will be hard to find the bar from the street so you have to Valet Park and just ask the Valet where the bar is.
Mondays: 8-11 p.m. - Margo Reed
Thursdays: 8-11 p.m. - Dennis Rowland
Vocé Lounge
Thurs. - 8:30pm to 12am; Fri.-Sat. 9:30pm to 1am
9719 N. Hayden Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Khani Cole is now playing here. Very intimate spot and the band sounds as great as always! If you're goin' out with a group of friends who want an exciting live music experience, make sure you check out Vocé Lounge!
Bobby's, a Mancuso Restaurant
7122 E. Greenway Parkway (at Kierland Commons)
Scottsdale, Arizona 85254
480-556-0770
Bobby's is a flashy, vibrant environment that reminds you of Vegas and Miami. The entertainment is one of the best kept secrets in town. The musicians play a mix of jazz, soul and R & B here.
West Valley
Skye Fine Dining and Entertainment
16844 N. Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive
Peoria, AZ
(623) 334-0010
I've been hearing great things about this place - live music every night and a lively crowd. Check out the Calendar of Events on the Website.
East Valley
Warren's Jazz Bistro
1451 East Williams Field Road, Suite 108
Gilbert, AZ
480-899-JAZZ(5299)
The motto is, "Where Great Food & Live Jazz Meet!"
PhxSoul.com will do its best to update this page on a regular basis, but I hope this is a good start!
Of course, there are many community events, concerts, theatrical performances and organizations which cater to a mature audience. Please be sure to review PhxSoul.com's Community Events Calendar to find out what else is goin' on in the Valley of the Sun!
And please feel free to click on the Comments link below or send an e-mail to PhxSoul.com to share your entertainment/nightlife information with others!
Great events are always posted on here and you should continue to visit PHX Soul. There are other information outlets pending your tastes. Contact www.azbp.com and search for the category of info you seek.
i.e. - radio, publications & publishers, entertainers & entertainment and of course the community calendar.
The black community in AZ is a collection of black communities. Visit them all to get a better snap shot of who and where we are.
peace
Posted by: DAP | December 29, 2009 at 17:01
Any body know what's going on this new year's eve, would like to find a nice place that cater's to the middle to upper age group.dress to casual would be best.
Posted by: carman | December 27, 2009 at 18:53
Are there any spots that cater to the Neo-Soul crowd here in Phoenix? I've recently relocated from Chicago and would like to know what Phoenix has to offer for a soulful sista.
Posted by: Yvonne Childress | November 08, 2009 at 11:38