La Paz has many nightclubs, which generally get going around midnight. There are also numerous bars, while other major cities boast a growing number of discos and bars. A popular night out is a visit to a peña, a folk music and dancing shows, often accompanied by a late dinner.

In La Paz, Peña Restaurant Huari and Peña Restaurant Marka Tambo both serve traditional Andean food and attract performances by well known local musicians. International visitors may also be interested in events, shows and performances arranged by local cultural centres.