El Cid

El Cid, also known as El Cid Lounge, is a Ludlow cocktail lounge with roughly a 50-year operating history, open late into the night, seven days a week.

Atmosphere and Setting

El Cid has the feel of a classic neighborhood nightclub-lounge, staying open until 1 or 2 AM most nights, with periodic live music as part of its entertainment mix.

Open Mic Night

On the first Friday of the month, El Cid hosts a Friday night open mic, with the venue regularly reaching out on social media for performers to fill the lineup.

Other Programming

Beyond the monthly open mic, El Cid functions as a late-night lounge with a long local following in Ludlow.

Good to Know

El Cid is located at 1002 East Street in Ludlow.