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Nobody nails the weekend’s can’t-miss nightlife like Night+Day. But what if you’re feeling feisty mid-week? Forget about quiet evenings curled up with your Kindle—we’re giving you prime picks for Weeknight Fun around the world. Hump day will never be the same!
Best Weeknight Fun in....
Best Weeknight Fun
Mexico City
Casa de las Humanidades Presidente Carranza 162, Coyoacán, 55. 5554.8513 cashum.unam.mx
The Draw: The city’s most varied and interesting film cycles presented and attended by some of the city’s best critics. The Scene: Every Tuesday night the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México’s (UNAM) Casa de las Humanidades screens films from around the world organized into monthly themes. Each feature is presented by a specialist on the genre and discussion is encouraged afterwards. Attendance is free. Hot Tip: Sign up on UNAM’s webpage for information on publications and upcoming events.
Centro Cultural de España Guatemala No. 18, Centro Histórico, 55. 5521.1925 ccemx.org
The Draw: The city’s most cutting-edge cultural center presents live jazz served up with delicious tapas. The Scene: With artists like Miro, Picasso, Garcia Marquez, the Hispanic world has long been proud of its cultural heritage, and the Centro Cultural de España (CCEMX) keeps the creative fires stoked. Its first class facilities, exhibits and rooftop bar are a must-see for anyone new to the city. Wednesday nights are all jazz. Starting at 10pm and lasting into the wee hours, you can partake in an around-the-world musical journey. Hot Tip: Grab a table overlooking the Cathedral for the best breeze, views and sounds in town.
El Zinco Motolinia 20, corner of 5 de Mayo, Centro Histórico, 55. 5512.3369 zincojazz.com
The Draw: The city’s hottest live Jazz venue. The Scene: Ideal for those looking to get into some of the city’s most groovin’ sounds, El Zinco delivers live Jazz from Wed to Sat, with some Tuesdays thrown in. The cozy, darkly lit bar and restaurant has a small stage that showcases some of the best bands passing through the city. Hot Tip: Jazz and tacos do mix! Try the tacos de arrachera if you’ve got the munchies.
