Therapy Café, located at 452 E. 3rd St., is an eclectic nightclub buzzing with energy.
“If someone's looking for a good time, for good drinks, for good entertainment, Therapy Café is the place to go,” said Owner Nathaniel Campbell.
When Campbell first purchased the bar in May 2017, he immediately began renovations. "We expanded and renovated the dance floor. We renovated the bar. We updated the bathrooms and completely overhauled the sound and lighting,” he said.
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Therapy Cafe’s intentional eclecticism is best displayed by their varied nightly schedule. They split their nights up by music genre.
Tuesday nights are focused on goth and industrial music. On Wednesday nights, Therapy Café, hosts karaoke. Thursday nights are college night, which have a “more relaxed atmosphere,” according to Campbell. Friday nights vary.
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The first Friday of every month is an artist showcase, often featuring local artists. The second Friday is another goth and industrial music night. The third Friday is a flex night for Campbell to host local artists, and to experiment with different events. The last Friday of every month is a silent disco. Saturday nights are Salsa nights.
"We make it a point to appeal to people who are ignored by typical bars," Campbell said. "We've put some thought and creativity into our schedule, and businesses like ours, like The Barrel House across the street, are only a few examples of new and creative ventures driving Dayton's resurgence."
