Five Clubs in Five Nights

Thursday Lo.cal at Yamashiro

One of the great settings in L.A., with a lovely garden and a fabulous view of the city, the Hollywood landmark is a perfect spot for this new night, with Tony Watson among the DJs creating the smooth vibe. It will need to establish an identity over time. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 21 and older. $5-$10. Yamashiro, 1999 N. Sycamore Ave., Hollywood, (323) 850-8662. Tonight only, special event at Boardner’s, 1652 N. Cherokee Ave., Hollywood.

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Friday Red at Arena

Now that Spundae at Circus has taken over Saturday night, this club attempts to revolutionize Friday night. The early returns are promising. A recent set by Christopher Lawrence had fans lined up around the block. Of course, if you really want to get in, that’s not always a good thing. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. 21 and older. $10-$20. 6655 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, (323) 692-3533. www.nexxez.com

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Saturday Spundae at Circus Disco

The biggest and baddest continue to bring in the top names every weekend. The downside to their success, particularly at Spundae, is that as the hype grows, some of the purity is being compromised, and what was once all about the music is threatened with becoming a scene and meat market. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. 21 and older. $20. 6655 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, (323) 462-5508. This Saturday: Sandra Collins, Slacker, Grant Plant and Tim Lawson. www.spundae.com or www.spundaehollywood.com

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Sunday Deep at sixteen-fifty

DJ Marques Wyatt’s Sunday night institution features a mix of experimental DJ sets and major-name talent attracted by Wyatt’s reputation. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 21 and older. $15. 1650 Schrader Blvd., Hollywood, (323) 960-2088. www.deep-la.com

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Monday Monday Night Social

at Las Palmas

Considered the staple of the scene after six years, this more laid-back club night gets top-name talent without the huge crowds. Memorial Day featured Q-Burns in a setting so intimate it felt as if he was in your living room. It makes for a nice chill-out vibe, but if you want the energy of the dance world, there are better spots. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 21 and older. $10. 1714 N. Las Palmas Ave., Hollywood, (323) 464-0171.