Pelotas has a few areas where you'll find nightlife options.The city centre, particularly around Rua Gonçalves Chaves and Rua XV de Novembro, offers a selection of bars and pubs. You'll find places with live music, often featuring local bands playing rock, pop, or traditional Brazilian styles. There are also more casual establishments for drinks and snacks.As another option, the area near the Federal University of Pelotas (UFPel), specifically around the campus on Rua Gomes Carneiro, caters to a younger crowd. Here, you'll find bars and student-focused pubs that often have special promotions and a lively option.Avenida Bento Gonçalves also has some nightlife options, including bars that stay open later.