Laval boasts an abundance of extremely cool, extraordinarily hot clubs. Be forewarned - these clubs are tremendously popular and teaming with people wanting access to their DJs and dance floors. Expect to stand in line outside (a great place to meet a new dance partner) and to pay a cover charge for most of the hottest hangouts. A word to the wise - be sure to layer your clothing if you're here during the cooler months because once you cross the threshold of your chosen club, the temperature starts to climb significantly. As you approach the dance floor, you'll want to strip off all but your most modest layer and join the sweating bodies writhing to the music.

When planning to hit the town for the night, be sure to leave your t-shirts, jeans and sneakers in your hotel room or at home. Although casual dress is perfectly fine at the pubs and smaller bars across town, the trendy nightclubs and restaurants do have a dress code. Black ties certainly aren't necessary, but if your goal is to blend into the scene and get past the doormen, you'll want to don your coolest threads. Comfortable elegance is the trend in fashion for both men and women this year, with the younger generation continuing to bare their midriffs under scant camisoles and blouses. The latest word on Laval's Fashion Alley is that powder-blue, pinstripes, cargo pants, beiges and creams are still the trend for menswear in Spring/Summer.

Looking for great music? Whatever your preference, you are pretty much guaranteed to find it here. Check out the clubs for a night of feverish dancing or casual flirtations to the sounds of hip hop, house, rock, disco or the increasingly popular Latino rhythm. Yes, you did read correctly - disco is back and more than alive and well - booming from the speakers at many Laval dance clubs. If you prefer more of a variety, there are a number of multi-level clubs which offer different genres of music on each level… so when you're tired of the disco beat, trek upstairs to the house or hip hop floors, if you are so inclined. If you're in the mood for more traditional Celtic, folk, blues or rock, head on down to the pubs - many of which showcase live bands - some headlining bands every night of the week. Let's not forget jazz music now - you can find great, live jazz in many of the clubs spread throughout Laval.

Looking for something a little more relaxed? Most Laval hotels house quiet piano bars or lounges where you can fall into large, comfortable sofas and chairs and actually carry on a conversation at a tolerable decibel.

It's 3:00 am, the bars are closing and you are ravenous - with good reason - you've most likely just danced the night away. Don't despair - we have a vast selection of restaurants and diners open until the wee hours. Whether it's our deliciously famous smoked meat, burgers, steamed hot dogs, ethnic cuisine, or even breakfast - you can easily find them scattered within the vicinity of most nightclubs and hotels.