Critical Nightlife Studies Fall 2026 Reading + Discussion Group

Join us for 'Critical Nightlife Studies, a 4-part monthly reading and discussion group where together, we will explore themes of social identity, urban politics, inclusion and exclusion, late stage capitalism and more, as they reveal themselves in this nightlife culture we love (and love to critique).

Nightlife has always been inherently political, blurring the lines of underground urban life and global mainstream culture. But in 2026, what does it mean to participate in nightlife — as a partygoer, a DJ, a dancer, a venue owner, or simply a citizen of a nightlife city — amidst the complex social realities of our world today?

Together, we’ll read thought-provoking material from a range of sources and discuss how nightlife reflects, reinforces, and resists the major issues we collectively face in our modern era.

Registration Includes:

• A thoughtfully curated selection of readings + media from diverse, interdisciplinary sources all regarding nightlife and related…