Axis Nightclub

Dance and dance some more

Axis is a danceclub, and it definitely lives up to that name! Great music from their resident dj's, the guest dj's are hit or miss. A lot of unannounced performances from local drag queens and great drinks.

Love the remodel

Been going to axis for a while. Love the remodel. The stage looks really cool. The new light show is great. Was there for Pride and it was wall to wall with great music, men and fun.

Mysterious, but Fun

I've been to Axis on several occasions. It's a big, warehouse-style dance club hidden underneath an archway-style alley off of High Street across from Union. I instantly fell in love with this place the first night I was here because of the fun crowd and the incredible guest DJ, legendary DJ Ron from Nashville, who were there that night. Since then, though, I haven't had a consistent night. I've seen random drag shows and even more random drag spots that happen in the middle of the night. I've been there on nights when the crowd is social and fun, and nights when it's more stuck up. I've been there on nights when the music is happy, positive, and energizing, and some when it's a little more sinister and unpredictable. I've also been there on nights when I've been overcharged for drinks... for some reason, my tab always seems to be $29.99, no matter if I have one drink or five. I'd recommend bringing cash if you're planning to drink. I've also been here on nights when cover is free, when it's $3, and when it's $5... there never seems to be any rhyme or reason to how much they charge at the door. I do, however, give mad props to the female bouncer who's always there every night. She loves her gays and always wants us to have fun. I was out on the patio one night when I saw her kick out an obnoxious bachelorette party... that was pretty awesome. Despite all of this, though, I really do love Axis. It's big, it's dark, it's loud, and it's an important part of the Columbus scene. Come here after your night at Union, release your inhibitions, and have a blast. The crowd really picks up around midnight and by 12:30, the dance floor is filled and the stage is even more filled with mostly shirtless men. The lighting and sound are awesome. I've never seen any of the drugs that other people talk about in their reviews, but I have seen a lot of other crazy things here; an old queer who "woofed" at my boyfriend and I; more than a few zealous drag queens; random guys doing random moves on the stage to show themselves off; and, my favorite, a group of people dressed as Crayola crayons doing an interpretive dance to Lady Gaga on High Ball Halloween night. All in all, I'd give it four stars. I'd prefer if it were a 21+ place, and I also wish they would stay open later- the place definitely has an after-hours vibe- but I've still not had a bad night here, no matter how unpredictable they can be. Come here with an open mind, bring cash, and get ready to dance until the lights come on and you're sure to have a good night.

GREAT MUSIC!!!

VISIT THE CLUB OVER THE LABOR DAY WEEKEND AND MAN I LOVED THE SOUND OF THE MUSIC AND THE ENERGY COMING FROM EVERYONE ON THE DANCE FLOOR. IT WAS A SITE TO SEE!

FUN AND GREAT MUSIC!

I was taken there this past Saturday night (July 9) by some local friends while I was visiting Columbus. The music was really great! Drinks were good. IDK prices, since I didn't buy any. HAha! One drag queen did a number. Her song was loud and very upbeat..... NOT another Cher remix! She was very good (not that I'm a DQ fan). DJ was fantastic. And I've owned 3 clubs before. I know good music! Maybe I had a good night.... but I WILL return for sure!