Arizona's best places for night owls: These 3 cities made the after-dark list

Laura Daniella Sepulveda, Arizona Republic
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As temperatures heat up in Arizona, evening activities might increase too. For those seeking things to do after dark when it's a little cooler, there's good news: Three Arizona nightlife destinations made a list of the top 150 in the nation.

A recent ranking by photobook company Mixbook analyzed the best places for night owls in the United States. Whether you like wandering through bustling night markets, grabbing a midnight premiere at a local cinema or lingering in 24-hour diners that serve breakfast at midnight, many cities cater to the nocturnal culture, the study found.

In Arizona, Roosevelt Row, Old Town Scottsdale and Tucson's Historic Fourth Avenue made the cut.

Here's why these Arizona spots cracked the list, as well as the top 10 places for night owls in the U.S.

Top Arizona nightlife spots

Mixbook surveyed 3,000 seasoned travelers to find the top areas in the U.S. for nocturnal life. These three in Arizona were named among the country's best.

  • Roosevelt Row: This downtown Phoenix nightlife hotspot features a mix of stylish bars and eateries as well as the First Fridays art walk and other cultural events. Roosevelt Row's dynamic atmosphere makes it a prime destination for night activities, placing it 32nd in the Mixbook ranking.

  • Old Town Scottsdale: With an array of live music venues and trendy lounges and restaurants, Old Town Scottsdale has everything from craft beer pubs to Western saloons. It ranked 41 on the list.

  • Downtown Tucson/Historic Fourth Avenue: Known for its bohemian flair, historic charm and vibrant community, Fourth Avenue ranked 117 on the list. This neighborhood is home to eclectic shops and restaurants as well as the Historic Fourth Avenue Street Fair, which draws visitors from all over the state.

Top 10 nightlife spots in the U.S.

These are the nation's 10 best places for night owls, according to Mixbook:

  1. Downtown Las Vegas.

  2. French Quarter, New Orleans.

  3. Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii.

  4. SoHo, Manhattan.

  5. Downtown Anchorage, Alaska.

  6. Savannah Historic District, Georgia.

  7. Old Colorado City, Colorado Springs.

  8. Downtown Nashville.

  9. Deep Ellum, Dallas.

  10. Waikiki, Honolulu.

This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Arizona after dark: Best places for night owls