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…

Duke of York

  • Commercial Court

Nestled along a narrow cobbled alleyway in the historic Half Bap area, the Duke offers a traditional…

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…

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…

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…

Cabaret & AMPM

  • 38-44 Upper Arthur Street

Serving casual French, Irish and European dishes in the most beautiful, bohemian setting. AMPM has…