How old is too old for clubbing?
Let us know what you think ⬇️
After 19 LONG months, nightclubs have finally been allowed to open their doors and dance floors again last night.
We’re all almost two years older since we last experienced a ‘proper night out,’ but can we handle it?
There’s no doubt our feet will be throbbing the next morning, not used to dancing in heels. Perhaps our bank balances will take a hit too. But is there such a thing as being ‘too old’ to party in a night club nowadays?
A 35 year-old-man recently started a topical debate on Reddit, asking that very question. He added: “I’m no spring chicken, but I thought I had a few more years of drinking and dancing into the small hours of the morning.”
Some of the responses were golden! One user replied: “I don’t think there’s any age, but I really don’t want to be the 40+ guy in a club with a tucked oversized shirt, gelled spiked hair, boot cut jeans & brown square shoes.”
Another added: “It’s been a tough long near 2 years off loneliness and isolation so I’m not going to blame anyone for letting loose and particularly those (myself included) who are single.”
A study back in 2018 suggested that 37 is the age you should stop clubbing at. But perhaps we can just cancel out the last two years. You're only as old as you feel!
Check out some of Belfast’s hottest clubs and reopening events 👇
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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