The Best Nightclubs in Edinburgh
From historic institutions to intimate basement spaces, Edinburgh’s club scene is packed with variety. Explore the best nightclubs in Edinburgh for house, techno, LGBTQ+ nights and underground sounds.
Skiddle Staff
Last updated: 23rd Jan 2026
If you find yourself in Auld Reekie, and are in desperate need of hittin’ the town, dancing all night long and polishing off a drink or two while you’re at it, you’re in the perfect place. With a multitude of events waiting for you to step into their world, we thought we’d show you the best clubs in Edinburgh where huge soundscapes, visual eccentricities, and hedonistic fun reign supreme.
From sprawling warehouse complexes to legendary party gaffs to smaller more intimate affairs, the Edinburgh club scene has it all. So, have a scroll down, click on the links provided to check out what's on, and get your tickets booked. If you aren't at one of these clubs come the weekend, you're doing something wrong!
Image: The Liquid Room / Facebook.com
Capacity: 800
Location: 9C Victoria St, Edinburgh EH1 2HE
While The Liquid Room is known for its gigs, its club programming is top-notch, too. Hosted in a 19th-century church and open since the late ‘80s, the likes of Patrick Topping, Alan Fitzpatrick, Belters Only, FISH56OCTAGON and more have played sets here in the past. With a capacity of 800, it’s big, but not overwhelming. You can feel the dazzling lights and excitement of a packed-out event, without ever losing that connection with the music. It’s one of the go-to spots for house and electronic music in our eyes.
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Image: The Mash House / Facebook.com
Capacity: 350
Location: 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh EH1 1JG
We couldn’t write about the best clubs in Edinburgh without mentioning The Mash House. Set over three floors with a stripped-back main room, it’s the type of place you step inside and instantly think: this is the spot. The sounds on offer contribute to a large part of that. There are left-field electronic bleeps, relentless breakbeats, euphoric disco and more supplied by local, rising and established DJs. It’s all delivered on a top of the line soundsystem, meaning you’ll feel every kick drum and every throb of bass, all night long.
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Image: Royal Highland Centre / Facebook.com
Capacity: 35,000 (concerts)
Where: Ingliston, Newbridge EH28 8NB
Although not a nightclub in the traditional sense, the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh is pretty much THE place to go to see the biggest touring DJs live. It is actually Scotland's largest indoor & outdoor venue; a mass warehouse complex next to Edinburgh Airport. Raves are set inside the huge rave space that doesn't skimp on sound or visuals, and festivals are regularly held in the outdoor space, which is as picturesque as it is perfect for a festival site. Whilst not a normal nightclub, if you want to boogie to the biggest and best, the Royal Highland Centre is the place to be.
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Image: La Belle Angele / Facebook.com
Capacity: 600
Location: 11 Hastie's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 1HJ
La Belle is a 600-capacity venue perfect for live music, clubbing and other creative projects such as art. The venue was originally established back in the 90s but was sadly lost in a fire in 2002. La Belle opened its doors again in 2015 and shot back to popularity thanks to its ability to attract almost anyone with different themed nights, liveliness and, of course, live music too. And if it all gets a bit too much, there’s an outdoor area you can recharge in before heading back in for more carnage.
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Image: Sneaky Pete's / Facebook.com
Capacity: 100
Where: 73 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JW
Sneaky Pete’s? It’s an institution in Edinburgh. A grassroots venue which opened in 2008, it’s all about the music here. One week it could be up-and-coming DJs with a fresh buzz, the next it might be local promoters with a cutting-edge approach, and every so often you’ll catch heavyweight names like Zed Bias and Mella Dee at the venue. That’s without mentioning LGBTQ+ nights like Potpourri and regular events like YBZ and RARE. With a capacity of 100, there should only be one thing on your mind at Sneaky Pete’s: dancing, dancing and more dancing.
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Image: Cabaret Voltaire / Facebook.com
Where: 36-38 Blair St, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
Capacity: 500
Location: 36-38 Blair St, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
Cabaret Voltaire used to be part of Edinburgh’s vault systems, and when you step inside, the exposed brick decor and curved ceiling make it look and feel like you’re in a cave. But there are no spooky sounds and potential for frights here. Instead, it’s a mixture of the finest electronic music the city has to offer. Fridays at Cab Vol are reserved for FLY, who regularly bring down top selectors for weekly club nights, with past guests including PAWSA, Marlon Hoffstadt and Interplanetary Criminal. On Saturdays, expect club nights from brands like EzStreet, AVIATE and more.
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Image: The Bongo Club / Facebook.com
Capacity: 300
Location: 66 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1JX
The Bongo Club has had many locations since opening in 1996, but the ethos has always stayed the same: sharp curation and banging nights. They’ve had everyone from grime legend Slimzee to techno titan Helena Hauff play over the years. Inside, the club features a packed events calendar with house, techno, dub, drum and bass and dubstep pouring from the speakers. The club also hosts nights from forward-thinking promoters like OVeRGROUND, who specialise in bringing genres like nightcore, hyperpop and jersey club to the table. With a low-ceiling, massive soundsystem and overall great vibe, you can’t go wrong with a night at The Bongo Club.
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Image: People's Leisure Club / Google.com
Capacity: 200
Location: 45 Lothian St, Edinburgh EH1 1HB
The People’s Leisure Club sounds like it could be somewhere you’d go to play snooker. It’s actually a basement club with trippy decor. Opened in 2025 by the minds behind three of Scotland’s leading culture brands – Kelburn Garden Party, Gilded Balloon and Paradise Palms – it’s all about great sound, great bookings and even greater people. Expect student-run soul nights, talented house and techno selectors, and, of course, revered names from the world of electronic music. It might just become your new favourite weekend spot.
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Image: The Wee Red Bar / Facebook.com
Capacity: 210
Location: Lauriston Architecture Building, 74 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9DF
The Wee Red Bar is a lovely little venue, and as the name suggests, features lots of red lighting. Whether it’s brand new queer nights showcasing abstract electronic music, events like HARDWARE and Ascension spinning post-punk, industrial and goth, well-respected independent DJs or local selectors serving up house and techno, DIY spirit is the lifeblood of the venue. It’s located on the Lauriston Campus at the Edinburgh College of Art, so get down, grab your mates and uncover the creative scene of the city.
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Image: CC Blooms / Facebook.com
Capacity: 180 (club)
Location: 23-24 Calton Sq, Edinburgh EH1 3AA
CC Blooms is Edinburgh’s longest-running LGBTQ+ venue. Operating as a bar in the day, it hosts a variety of events, but the space really comes alive at night. With drag acts, cabaret and club nights like Drum & Face and Craic Friday, expect to hear the best tunes and the funniest queens at this city centre establishment.
Image: The Street / Facebook
Capacity: 180
Location: 2b Picardy Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3JT
If you’re after another LGBTQ+ spot in Edinburgh, get yourself down to The Street. Like CC Blooms, it operates as a bar and club, with club events taking place in the downstairs basement. You’ll find plenty of great music and vibes, with the cabaret event Roze Garden being a highlight.
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Image: The Caves / Facebook.com
Capacity: 320
Location: 12 Niddry St S, Edinburgh EH1 1NS
While The Caves is a multi-event space, it hosts club nights throughout the year. And if we’re being honest? It’s one of the best-looking venues in the city. With a low, exposed brick ceiling, it’s intimate and a perfect space to dance.
From intimate basement dancefloors to historic venues hosting world-class selectors, Edinburgh’s nightlife has something for every taste. Whether you’re chasing underground sounds, big weekend parties or inclusive club nights, these are the best clubs in Edinburgh to get lost in the music. Click here and find your next big night out.
Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
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