Belfast's best nightclubs for a 'proper' night on the town
Bring on the sticky dance floors and queues for the bar 🙌
Belfast city has got quite the reputation when it comes to a cracker night out!
We really do have it all, from the traditional pubs to techno lofts and exotic bars. There's something to suit almost everyone.
As nightclubs swing open their doors, sweep the cobwebs off the dance floor and pop the bubbly on ice very soon, we thought we'd share some of the best in the capital.
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Ollie's
One of Belfast's most exclusive clubs, Ollie's can be found in the basement of the five-star Merchant Hotel. It actually used to be a bank's vaults, so the décor oozes elegance and opulence. Another popular spot on the busy cobbled streets of the Cathedral Quarter.
Alibi
Alibi is a three-floor venue with a terrace right in the heart of Belfast's Queen's Quarter. Showcasing the very best in local talent and guest DJs from around the world. Doors open at Alibi on November 6th, be sure to book a table asap before it sells out.
Kremlin
Kremlin is Northern Ireland's largest LGBTQ+ nightclub, hosting everything from guest appearances to first-class drag acts. It's well known across NI for its amazing music, and daily events - Nadine Coyle is one of the first to take to the stage on November 6th.
The National
Perhaps a more chilled vibe, The National is an intimate and unique cocktail bar, restaurant and nightclub. Seven days a week, you can soak in the very best in local live music, DJs and artists.
Cuckoo
Popular with students and locals across the city, Cuckoo offers something that little bit different. This club has a variety of special features, from cheap mason jar cocktails to retro dance floor tunes. There's even an arcade in the bar, with ping pong tables and vintage gaming stations.
Thompsons
Some of the biggest names in dance music have performed at Thompson's Garage over the years, including MK, Zane Lowe and Gerd Janson. They're a 'bona fide Belfast Clubbing Institution', what's not to love!
21 Social
Another popular spot in the Cathedral Quarter, 21 social has it's own private bar called Cigarette Girl on the top floor of the PortHouse Building. They're well known for their speciality cocktail lists, inspired by prohibition era of the 1920s and the cocktail revolution that followed.
Limelight
One of Belfast's hottest live music venues, Limelight consists two spacious suites (Limelight 1 and Limelight 2) plus a traditional pub next door called Katy's Bar and an outdoor terrace called The Rock Garden. Endless fun awaits around every corner!
The Botanic Inn
Affectionately known to locals as 'The Bot', there's plenty to see and do here. There's the traditional front bar complete with cosy corners, then there's the main bar and club, as well as the Boho Garden outside. It's super handy location to Queen's University, make this a busy spot at the weekends and in particular 'Bot Wednesdays' with students.
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