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Vintrash
Nightclub

Vintrash

4.2
(1,977 reviews)
Parque Lleras, Medellin

Vintrash puts a retro spin on the Parque Lleras nightclub formula, running themed nights around vintage music from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. The décor leans into nostalgia: neon signs, vintage posters, and a design language that recalls an era before reggaeton dominated everything. Music-wise, expect DJ sets that cross between pop classics, rock hits, and the occasional Latin throwback. The crowd tends to appreciate the concept: slightly older than the average Parque Lleras clubber, and there specifically for the retro soundtrack. It's a welcome alternative if reggaeton isn't your thing.

What to Expect

A themed nightclub where the music predates the smartphone era. The DJ reads the crowd well, shifting between decades depending on the response. If you grew up on Nirvana, Michael Jackson, or Backstreet Boys, you'll feel nostalgic. Good for groups who prefer songs they know.

Atmosphere

Nostalgic, fun, and retro-themed. The antidote to reggaeton overload.

Music

80s, 90s, and 2000s pop, rock, and Latin classics

Dress Code

Smart casual. Retro outfits earn extra points.

Best For

Groups who prefer classic hits to reggaeton. Anyone over 30 in Parque Lleras.

Payment

Cards and cash accepted

Price Range

Cover COP 15,000-30,000, drinks COP 12,000-25,000

≈ €3-7 / $3-7

Hours

Thu-Sat from 9 PM to 3 AM

Insider Tip

Thursday nights tend to be the best for the retro theme. Bring your 90s knowledge and be ready to sing along. The crowd is more mixed in age than typical Parque Lleras venues.

Full Review

Vintrash wears its concept on its sleeve. Neon signs, vintage posters, and decor that references the 80s, 90s, and 2000s fill a room that feels like a themed party rather than a nightclub. The lighting matches the retro mood: colored spots and mirror balls replace the LED walls and lasers of the neighboring clubs.

The DJ works through decades chronologically on most nights, starting with 80s pop and rock before moving through 90s hits and early 2000s classics. The crowd knows the words and sings along. The demographic skews slightly older than typical Parque Lleras, with people in their late 20s to 40s who came specifically because they don't want reggaeton. The atmosphere is celebratory in a nostalgic way.

In a zone dominated by reggaeton and electronic music, Vintrash fills a specific gap. It's the only venue in Parque Lleras where you'll hear Nirvana followed by Backstreet Boys followed by Shakira's early catalogue. The concept works because it's committed rather than half-hearted. Compared to the retro nights some clubs run occasionally, Vintrash does this every weekend.

Thursday nights tend to have the best balance of crowd size and music curation. Retro outfits are encouraged and earn you social currency. The sing-along factor peaks around midnight when inhibitions drop and the DJ hits the crowd-pleasers.

The Neighborhood

Vintrash offers Parque Lleras' main alternative to the reggaeton-dominated clubs surrounding it. It draws a slightly different crowd to the same zone, proving there's demand for something beyond the Latin urban soundtrack that defines most of El Poblado's nightlife.

Getting There

Same access as all Parque Lleras venues: Metro to Poblado station plus a taxi or uphill walk, or direct taxi/Uber from anywhere in Medellin. Located on the commercial strip adjacent to the park.

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