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. 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 O2 Belfast

  • 2 Queen's Quay

Northern Ireland's premier entertainment and leisure destination. Located in Belfast’s iconic…

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…

Limelight Belfast

  • 17 Ormeau Avenue

Established as one of the city's main venues for live music, hosting international touring acts, sell…

Something Different

From live samba music at Revolución de Cuba to classic jazz at Bert’s or Scott’s, or the glitz of AMPM’s Cabaret Supper Club, there’s a night out to suit every mood.

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…