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Bars with live music in Belfast

For a cocktail with live music in Belfast, these Belfast Cocktail Week partners have bands, DJs or regular music nights. Check each venue for what is on.

Live music bars at a glance

BarLive music on GoogleFri and Sat until
39 Gordon Street
The Cathedral Quarter
Not listed2am
The Deer's Head
The Cathedral Quarter
Not listed1am
The Maverick
The Cathedral Quarter
Not listed1am
The Points
The Linen Quarter and Great Victoria Street
Not listed1:30am
Revolución de Cuba
City centre and Victoria Square
Not listed2am

Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.

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Spin and we'll pick one of the 5 Belfast bars on this page.

Walk it in one night

The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 30 minutes on foot in total.

  1. The Maverick
  2. The Deer's HeadAbout 5 minutes' walk from The Maverick
  3. 39 Gordon StreetAbout 5 minutes' walk from The Deer's Head
  4. Revolución de CubaAbout 8 minutes' walk from 39 Gordon Street
  5. The PointsAbout 12 minutes' walk from Revolución de Cuba
Walking route in Google Maps

Map of bars with live music in Belfast

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39 Gordon Street, Belfast

39 Gordon Street

Cocktail bar · The Cathedral Quarter · ££

Open until 2am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A busy Cathedral Quarter bar with a patio, bar bites, beer and cocktails, plus live music nights.

Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureLavender Haze

Alcohol-freeLavender Haze Mocktail

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed 1pm to 11pm, Thu 1pm to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun 1pm to midnight

39 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LG

The Deer's Head, Belfast

The Deer's Head

Pub and brewery · The Cathedral Quarter · ££

Open until 1am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A traditional 19th-century bar on Lower Garfield Street with its own brewery, pub food and live entertainment.

Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Joker A refreshingly sweet orange cream flavoured cocktail that is reminiscent of the nostalgic Joker lolly.

Alcohol-freeThe Joker 0%

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue 11am to 10pm, Wed and Thu 11am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 11am to 1am, Sun noon to 10pm

1-3 Lower Garfield St, Belfast BT1 1FP

The Maverick, Belfast

The Maverick

Bar · The Cathedral Quarter · ££

Open until 1am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A long-running bar on Union Street, at the heart of Belfast's LGBTQ+ scene, with music and an outdoor area.

Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCandyland

Alcohol-freeCandyland N/A

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Fri 5pm to 1am, Sat 2pm to 1am, Sun 2pm to midnight

1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JK

The Points, Belfast

The Points

Irish pub · The Linen Quarter and Great Victoria Street · ££

Open until 1:30am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

An Irish pub on the Dublin Road with folk music every night, Irish stew and a big whiskey selection.

Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePéitseog A nostalgic twist on the classic lunchbox favourite, inspired by the iconic Jammy Joey cake.

Alcohol-freePéitseog Bheag

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 3:30pm to 1:30am, Fri to Sun 1pm to 1:30am

44 Dublin Rd, Belfast BT2 7HD

Revolución de Cuba, Belfast

Revolución de Cuba

Cuban bar and restaurant · City centre and Victoria Square · ££

Open until 2am Fri and SatAlcohol-free signature

A Cuban cocktail bar and restaurant in an Art Nouveau building on Arthur Street, with rum, tapas and a party atmosphere late on.

Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMojito Passion

Alcohol-freeNA Mojito Passion

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun noon to midnight

25-39 Arthur St, Belfast BT1 4GQ

Bars with live music in Belfast: your questions

Which Belfast bars have live music?

39 Gordon Street, The Deer's Head, The Maverick, The Points and Revolución de Cuba all have music as part of the night. Check their listings for what is on.

Which of these stay open latest?

Going by Google Maps, 39 Gordon Street (until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays), Revolución de Cuba (until 2am on Fridays and Saturdays) and The Points (until 1:30am on Fridays and Saturdays). Hours change, so check with the venue before you go.

Where can I get a late drink on a Sunday?

Going by Google Maps, The Points (until 1:30am), 39 Gordon Street (until midnight), The Maverick (until midnight) and Revolución de Cuba (until midnight).

Are they open on Mondays?

Most are. 39 Gordon Street is closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.

Do they do alcohol-free cocktails?

Yes. 5 of these made an alcohol-free signature for Belfast Cocktail Week 2026, including Lavender Haze Mocktail at 39 Gordon Street, The Joker 0% at The Deer's Head and Candyland N/A at The Maverick.

When is the next Belfast Cocktail Week?

Belfast Cocktail Week is on now, until 15 November. Signature cocktails start from £5 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.

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Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Belfast's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.

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Belfast Cocktail Week 2026

One wristband, Belfast's best bars

Belfast Cocktail Week is on now, until 15 November. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £5 in bars across Belfast, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.

  • A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £5
  • An alcohol-free drink in every venue
  • Extra deals for wristband holders

Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Belfast Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.

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