Belfast’s music scene has unforgettable energy that will ensure you have a great night out. Listen to traditional music, head out for a boogie or sing along to your favourite band. Find a venue, pub, or club right for you and your music taste.
Live Gigs
In Belfast there is always a venue or bar with a fantastic line up of live music sessions any day of the week. Enjoy a night out with your friends and immerse yourself in local musical talent.
The Reporter Bar
- 3 Union Street
Located in the district which was once home to many of the city’s press offices, The Reporter Bar…
White’s Tavern & Garden
- 2-4 Winecellar Entry
Refurbished in 2019, White's Tavern, Garden & BeerHall is located on Winecellar Entry, just off…
Duke of York
- Commercial Court
Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional…
Dirty Onion and Yardbird
- 3 Hill Street
The Dirty Onion is Belfast's oldest building, with real Irish music and craic seven nights a week…
The Deer’s Head & Bell’s Brewery
- 1-3 Lower Garfield Street
The Deer’s Head is Belfast city’s original brewpub with a fully functional on-site craft…
Errigle Inn
- 312-320 Ormeau Road
Serving fabulous food and drink, The Errigle Inn features five bars, roof gardens, a beer garden and live…
Granny Annies
- 81 Chichester Street
Oozing rustic charm, ‘home’ to traditional and modern live music, and just five…
Parlour Bar
- 2-4 Elmwood Avenue
The ultimate student haunt in the Queen's Quarter, The Parlour Bar is renowned for fantastic…
Cutters Wharf
- Lockview Road
Belfast's best riverside bar. Enjoy stunning views of the Lagan or watch live sports and bands. Great…
Horatio Todd’s
- 406 Upper Newtownards Road
Visiting East Belfast? Then you have to dine or have a drink in the award-winning Horatio Todd's Bar…
The Bowery
- 701 Lisburn Road
Lisburn Road’s neighbourhood bar and gastropub. Set in the heart of the Lisburn Road, The Bowery is…
The Chelsea
- 346 Lisburn Road
The Chelsea is situated in the heart of the Lisburn Road, amongst the fine boutiques, art galleries and…
Doyen Belfast
- 829 Lisburn Road
A stylish and traditional bar on Belfast's Lisburn Road, boasting live music, cocktails, sport and a…
Brennans Bar
- 48-50 Great Victoria Street
A traditional bar with an open fire and snug seating in Belfast city centre. Brennans Bar is in a…
Fountain Lane
- 16 – 20 Fountain Street
Fountain Lane has been feeding and watering Belfast since 1901. With a wealth of history as a tavern for…
Margot
- 18 Donegall Square East
The city's most stylish new venue in the heart of Belfast. With an impeccable atmosphere, a carefully…
Novelli at City Quays
- AC Hotel Belfast
Novelli at City Quays offers relaxed all-day dining from an authentic Mediterranean menu matched only by…
Concerts & DJs
Dance your heart away to the mixes spun by different DJs or sing your heart out to a band you have grown up loving. Whether it is a tribute band or the real deal Belfast has a show for you.
Voodoo
- 9-11 Fountain Street
Voodoo is well established as a Belfast hotspot, adding a bit of spice for those who like things a little…
Belfast Empire
- 42 Botanic Avenue
One of the country’s premier live music bars, the Empire is one of Belfast’s best loved…
The SSE Arena, Belfast
- 2 Queen's Quay
Northern Ireland's premier entertainment venue, where world class entertainment comes alive! The SSE…
Waterfront Hall
- 2 Lanyon Place
Waterfront Hall is one of Belfast's most iconic venues. Sitting right at the heart of the city's…
Ulster Hall
- 34 Bedford Street
Ulster Hall is one of Belfast's most iconic venues. Sitting right at the heart of the city's…
The Black Box
- 18-22 Hill Street
Belfast’s favourite grassroots venue, attend live gigs, alt performances & enjoy craft beer in…
Something Different
Lose yourself in a tropical party at Revolución de Cuba with live samba music and salsa dancing; or be transported to 1930s New York at Bert’s Jazz Bar or Scott's Jazz Club. Or head to AMPM's Cabaret Supper Club, a night of guaranteed sparkle and shimmer.
Revolucion De Cuba
- 25-39 Arthur Street
This is Revolución de Cuba, the ultimate Cuban food, cocktail and fiesta experience. At long last…
Scott’s Jazz Club
- Ballyhackamore Club
Scott's Jazz Club is a purpose designed Jazz Club Theatre with amazing sound and lighting…
Cabaret & AMPM
- 38-44 Upper Arthur Street
Serving casual French, Irish and European dishes in the most beautiful, bohemian setting. AMPM has…