Birmingham Nightlife

With over one million people living in and around Birmingham, this bustling city has developed one of the most diverse nightlife scenes the UK has to offer. There are plenty of pubs, bars and clubs to explore, be it on party strip Broad Street, in creative hub Digbeth or cool and quirky suburb Moseley. From live entertainment bars to tiki themed cocktails and gigantic super clubs, there's never a dull moment in Birmingham. So, whether you're looking for after work drinks and a lounge bar or a fun time party club in Birmingham, have a read of our recommendations of the best venues for experiencing Birmingham nightlife. 




The Night Owl

For this club night take a music-mad teleport mission back to the boogie-busting bygone decades of the 60s, 70s and 80s, as uplifting, live music lair The Night Owl wreaks retro in Digbeth. Focusing heavily on the old-school Motown and Northern Soul Movement, come expecting authentic, vintage vinyl on the decks, and an eclectic assortment of top tunes, from soul, disco jingles and funk to chilled-as reggae, ska and mod. A funky interior to match the buzzing vibes throughout, you'll club in groovy, retro comfort and embrace those oh so sweet, symphonic sounds of yester-decades.

Bacchus Bar

There's more to the basements of Birmingham than you might think. Found underneath the city's bustling New Street shopping street, Bacchus is not only underground it's an iron clad trip through time. Themed around what can only be the good old Medieval days gone by, Bacchus bar is an ode to original stone masonry, iron features and throne wielding round tables. 

The Jam House Birmingham

Flying the flag for live music venues in Birmingham is The Jam House, sitting pretty in the iconic Jewellery Quarter. Founded by no other than music legend Jools Holland and his designer mate Neil Tibbatt who set out to create a first class music venue with a fun and lively vibe. Live acoustic sets and rock, blues and jazz bands ensure a vibrant night will be had by all. 

Glee Club Birmingham

If you're looking for a bar with entertainment in Birmingham then pop over to Glee Comedy Club in the Arcadian Centre. With a stage that has been graced by the likes of Jack Dee and Lee Evans, let the top notch comedians tickle you funny bones. Promising you a lively and entertaining night out, this bar in the Arcadian is not only primed for comedy lovers but Glee also plays host to some great live music. 

The Cuban Embassy

Just a wee ten minutes out of Birmingham City Centre is cool and quirky suburb Moseley with it's hub of pubs and clubs. Attracting a crowd of young professionals and trendy students, The Bull's Head is a go-to if you're after something a little different in Birmingham. Spreading good time vibes every day of the week this pub in Moseley is popular with the after work crowd and pre-drinkers alike. DJ's get the party started here every weekend where this pub turns into one of the coolest intimate club spaces in Birmingham.

Spotlight

Tucked away under the railways arches in Digbeth is one of Birmingham's hidden gems, Spotlight Bar. A lounge bar come club in Birmingham, Spotlight Bar is proud to showcase some of the best local and underground DJ talent every weekend. If you're the sort who like a burger with your pint, head here on a Friday where Digbeth Dining Club showcase the best in top quality street food. Stomach lined, you can carry on your night with the house and jazz beats until a cracking 3am.