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Luminosity arena, MODE/Fuze Techno arena
Limelight is one of Belfast’s most iconic and enduring fixtures. Believe it or not, its been going since 1987, yes 1987. The complex consists of two club rooms, appropriately named Limelight 1 and Limelight 2, which are connected by Katy’s Bar. Limelight 1 is the larger of the two, playing the standard club tunes, while Limelight 2 plays rock and metal for people who want a heavier night. The Limelight complex also hosts gigs, so be sure to check what’s on before planning a night out.
Limelight, 17 Ormeau Ave, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Opened in 1999, it was the first gay venue in Northern Ireland that was genuinely gay-owned and managed, and it continues to be one of the most popular gay venues in the whole of Ireland. It’s split into three separate areas: Tsar: the cocktail lounge; Long Bar: a disco bar; and Red Square: which is the main room regularly hosting DJs and live acts.
Kremlin, 96 Donegall St
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Opened in 1934, the King's Hall was the largest exhibition venue in Northern Ireland and, prior to the completion of the Odyssey (now SSE) Arena and the Waterfront Hall, was the only large indoor concert venue in Northern Ireland.
The likes of Tiesto and the annual music festival 'planetlove' have hosted events here. Open air large attendee dance music events at the King's Hall have been banned by Belfast City Council since 2011 after a councillor heavily envolved with the Licensing Committee, said he had been to observe the Planet Love event in September, 5 months before the ban and commented "I was there on both days and what I saw shocked me" .
Lavery’s, 12–18 Bradbury Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Thompsons is absolutely integral to the fabric of Belfast’s nightlife, definitely somewhere to go rather than stumble upon. Tucked down its own alley, a stone’s throw from City Hall, it attracts people from all walks of life but especially music lovers, with dance and EDM being particular favourites. Thompsons has been open for 23 years, and is usually open every night, so it’s clearly doing something right.
Thompsons Garage, 3 Pattersons Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Sarah McBriar and the drive
for creative direction
Take a trip
to Asda
When you leave with your shopping do you?
a) pay 30p for a bag
b) pay £1 for a trolley
c) take a free basket
CROMBY
"I started going out quite young and going to the likes of Shine with a fake ID and being blown away by it all. I was part of that generation where YouTube was becoming a thing and from then on, I’d watch YouTube videos of DJs like Villalobos etc. during the school week, while bursting for a taste of it again the next weekend. From then I knew I wanted to be a part of this and was lucky enough to become a resident at Shine a few years after and continue to play there regularly now. Belfast crowds are the best in the world, and it's hard not to be inspired by that. Friendly people, hands down. It's something I've noticed having moved from there to London and now Berlin, both of which are a little more, let’s say... frosty!"
ALIBI is popular spot. Its ground floor is open during the days, offering spirits, cocktails and food, and the upstairs club opens at night. ALIBI host various club nights throughout the week ranging from generous drinks promo to live fire-breathing performances on Fridays and Saturdays. ALIBI is directly oppisite to Laverys.
ALIBI, 23–31 Bradbury Pl
Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Ballycastle's first purpose built nightclub has two levels (lower level and upper level) with two main club rooms providing alternative styles of music to suit all tastes. There is a VIP section and a separate
lounge bar. State of the
art lighting and sound combined with luxurious decor makes Halo a winner.
Ollies, Merchant Hotel, 35–39 Waring St, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Ollie’s is a more upscale option attached to (and beneath) Belfast’s Merchant Hotel. Located in catacombs that were previously used as bank vaults, the space is subdivided into various different spaces, making the club feel intimate even though it has a capacity of 500 revellers. Door staff are a little more selective here than in other clubs, so take the opportunity to dress up a little.
Deaths
Barrys where to open to the public in April 2020 but due to the national emergency it is yet to be seen if it will open at all as everyone knows the site is put up for sale listed as a going concern.
CLOSED
Barrys may not open at all in 2020
You may remember listening to Atlantic 252
on the radio but how many of you know the history of this once great station?
Episode 1 of London Irish where Bronagh and Conor's attempt to get dropped off at Belfast City Airport by their parents is thwarted.
Filthy McNasty has quirky furniture and décor that instantly gets your attention. Choose from enjoying your drink inside at one of the several bars, or in the outside open air downstairs or upstairs smoking areas - known as The Secret Garden and Roof Terrace respectively - which are eccentrically decorated (and heated!) with a very vintage feel. Filthys also has its own club, The Gypsy Lounge, to take your night to the next level.
Filthy McNasty, 45 Dublin Rd, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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