90s Night
Flannel, boy bands, and the golden age of arcade gaming. Relive the decade that inspired Super Rad at Raleigh's best arcade bar on Glenwood South.
About 90s Night
If any single decade captures the spirit of Super Rad Retro Lounge, it is the 90s. This is the decade that gave us the SNES, the N64, the golden age of fighting games, and the arcade boom that turned gaming from a hobby into a cultural movement. 90s Night is our love letter to all of it. As part of our rotating Thursday Themed Nights series, this event transforms the lounge into a time capsule of flannel shirts, boy bands, grunge riffs, and the unmistakable sounds of a quarter dropping into a Street Fighter II cabinet.
The music alone is worth the trip. Our 90s Night playlist spans the full spectrum of the decade, from the grunge anthems of Nirvana and Pearl Jam to the hip hop beats of Tupac and Biggie, from the pop perfection of TLC and Backstreet Boys to the alternative edge of Radiohead and Weezer. The soundtrack shifts through the night, keeping the energy dynamic and hitting every corner of 90s nostalgia. If you grew up with these songs on the radio, you will feel it in your bones. If you are discovering them for the first time, you are about to understand why this decade was so special.
The arcade floor comes alive with the games that defined the era. N64 and SNES consoles are set up alongside our classic arcade cabinets, giving you the chance to relive Goldeneye tournaments, Mario Kart battles, and Mortal Kombat showdowns the way they were meant to be played. Our 90s-themed cocktails pay homage to the decade with creative drinks that hit different when you are surrounded by the sights and sounds of 1996. Dressing up is strongly encouraged. Break out the flannel, the backwards cap, the baggy jeans, or your freshest JNCO-inspired look.
90s Night rotates as part of our Thursday Themed Nights, so check our events page or follow us on social media for the next date. A costume contest adds friendly competition for those who go all out with their 90s fits, and the vibe in the room is pure nostalgia from start to finish. Whether you are a 90s kid or just 90s-curious, this is the most fun you can have on Glenwood South with a controller in your hand.
When & Where
Schedule
Day: Rotating Thursdays (part of Thursday Themed Nights)
Time: 7:00 PM – Close
Costume Contest: Judging at 10:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
90s Night rotates with other themed nights. Check our events page or follow @superradretrolounge on social media for the next date.
What to Expect
Grunge, Hip Hop & Pop Hits
A massive 90s playlist spanning grunge, hip hop, R&B, pop, and alternative. Nirvana to Notorious B.I.G., TLC to Radiohead, all night long.
Golden Age Arcade Gaming
N64 and SNES consoles join the arcade floor alongside classic cabinets. Goldeneye, Mario Kart, Street Fighter II, and more played the way they were meant to be.
90s-Themed Cocktails
Special drinks inspired by the decade. Creative cocktails that taste even better when surrounded by the sights and sounds of 1996.
Costume Contest
Flannel, backwards caps, baggy jeans, and fresh kicks. Dress in your best 90s gear and compete for prizes at the 10 PM judging.
Pure Nostalgia
Every detail is dialed in to transport you back to the 90s. The music, the games, the drinks, and the crowd all come together for an unforgettable night.
Free Entry, All Welcome
No cover charge, no RSVP needed. Just show up to Super Rad on Glenwood South and relive the greatest decade in gaming history.
How to Join the Party
1. Check the schedule. 90s Night rotates as part of Thursday Themed Nights. Visit our events page or follow us on social media for the next date.
2. Dig through the closet. Dressing up is encouraged. Flannel, band tees, bucket hats, platform shoes, and anything that screams 1995 will fit right in.
3. Arrive early. 90s Night fills up fast. Get there when doors open at 7:00 PM to claim your spot and start gaming.
4. Play the classics. Challenge your friends on N64, battle it out on the arcade cabinets, and try the 90s-themed cocktails at the bar.
5. Enter the costume contest. Judging is at 10:00 PM. Show off your best 90s look and take home prizes. Even spectating is a blast.