Best clubs in Nottingham

Looking for the best nightclubs in Nottingham? You’ve come to the right place. The city has loads of venues that showcase some of the best house, techno, disco, drum and bass, and bassline DJs every weekend. 

Some are located underground, others are slap bang in the middle of the city. But the one thing they each have in common? They put on great nights, no matter what music you’re into. 

So, if you’re a diehard drum and bass fan, a house and techno devotee, or you’re simply looking for a place to dance, check out our list of the best clubs in Nottingham. 

 

The Nest

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Capacity: 1,500

Location: The Nest, Iremonger Rd, Nottingham NG2 3HU

The Nest is just a 10-minute stroll from the train station, and when you look at the bookings, it’s easy to see why it’s one of the best clubs in Nottingham. The likes of Bou, Friction, Lens, Gaskin and Luuk Van Dijk have graced the decks over the past few months, with a steady rotation of top-level selectors planned for this year, too. But it’s not just large-scale club nights on the menu. The Nest has a massive outdoor area, making it perfect for day parties and festivals. When the sun’s out and you’re getting your groove on, you won’t want to be anywhere else. 

 

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The Palais

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Capacity: 2,500

Location: Lower Parliament St, Nottingham NG1 3BB

The Palais has been standing in Nottingham since 1925. While seasoned clubbers may remember it as Pryzm, the venue recently returned to its old name and had a refurbishment. The result? A new stage, PA and some TLC, along with a varied lineup of events. R&B nights, nostalgic Y2K events, indoor electronic music festivals and disco day parties are all on the list at The Palais. With a capacity of 2,500, it’s the perfect place to soak up the vibes with a crowd who can’t get enough. 

 

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Secret Vault

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Capacity: 350

Location: 3 Talbot St, Nottingham NG1 5GQ

Nothing can beat the excitement and scale of a big room event. But sometimes, you just want to dance under a low ceiling with sound bumping off every wall. Secret Vault is that place. Located in the heart of the city centre, it’s an underground, vibrant hideaway that plays host to bassline, house, techno and drum and bass DJs. The club regularly invites established DJs, collectives and fresh talent to spin tunes, so if you’re a serious electronic music head, you won’t be disappointed by Secret Vault. 

 

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Rescue Rooms

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Capacity: 550

Location: Rescue Rooms, Masonic Pl, Goldsmith St, Nottingham NG1 5LB

Rescue Rooms has been a fixture of Nottingham’s live music scene since 2003, seeing many generations of revellers come and go in search of a top night out. While it’s known for its gigs – you’ve probably been to a few – the venue does do some belting club nights. Fridays are for Fandom, a themed club night where you can hear all your favourite pop anthems from a range of icons and eras. On Saturdays, it’s Romance. Here, you’ll find all the best indie anthems and 2-for-1 drink deals. Finally, Tuesdays are for Pressure. And no, we don’t mean work or exam pressure. We mean Nottingham’s original indie night, which plays classic and new tunes, has plenty of drink deals and importantly, is completely free to enter. What more could you ask for, really?

 

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Rock City

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Capacity: 2,000

Location: 8 Talbot St, Nottingham NG1 5GG

Next up, another historic Nottingham venue: Rock City. It’s been open since 1980, and like Rescue Rooms, it’s known for its gigs. But if you fancy a late one and maybe one too many double vodkas, Rock City’s club line-up is solid. Tuned is the main student night on Thursdays, with 2-for-1 drinks, music across three rooms and a silent disco. On Friday, you’ve got Get Lucky, with dance, pop, drum and bass, hip-hop and r&b. On Saturday, it’s Rebel Rebel, which pretty much plays everything. You’ll hear pop, dance, rock and metal across the three rooms. 

 

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NG One

Capacity: 1,000

Location: 76-80 Lower Parliament St, Nottingham NG1 1EH

NG One does a cracking day party. So, if you prefer to start and finish that little bit earlier, head on down. You’ll find country, indie, club classics and nostalgic tunes at NG One’s daytime sessions, with each genre getting its own focused event. The club does late-night events, too, and all in all, it’s a versatile space where you’re sure to have a top night. 

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The Cell

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Capacity: 350

Location: Unit 2, 22a Fletcher Gate, Nottingham NG1 2FZ

The Cell looks like something from a sci-fi film. Lit by neon lasers and ceiling lights, it’s the type of club where you can really get lost in the music. Tabu Saturdays promises two different events across two floors. Downstairs, you’ve got bassline, garage and house pumping from a Funktion-One soundsystem, and upstairs, you’ve got feel-good pop anthems. Sundays at The Cell are worth a look, too. Electronic music, 2-for-1 drinks before midnight and free entry before 11:30pm? You can’t really go wrong. Just make sure you don’t miss that Monday morning lecture, though… 

 

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Unit 13

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Capacity: 1,000

Location: Burton Street, Nottingham, NG1 4BT

With past sets from Patrick Topping, Morgan Seatree, Hedex and Alisha, it’s safe to say that Unit 13 knows how to put on a banging night. There are four rooms in this 1,000-capacity club, with local and established names passing through to make the crowd move. You’ve also got Tempo and Drop The Pressure, two nights that run on Fridays and Saturdays, treating your ears to the sounds of house, techno, r&b, disco and drum and bass. 

 

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Stealth

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Capacity: 660

Location: Masonic Pl, Goldsmith St, Nottingham NG1 5JT

How could we leave out Stealth? A Nottingham institution since 2004, it’s located right near Rescue Rooms. Each year, it’s brought some of electronic music’s finest to whip the crowd into a frenzy. Just last year, for example, the likes of 4am Kru, Soul Mass Transit System, Luke Una and Bullet Tooth graced the decks. We could name more, but we’d be here all day. Each weekend, you’ll find club nights that cover all shades of electronic music. One Friday night, it might be drum and bass. On Saturday, it might be the deepest bassline. It’s got two rooms, both fitted with Funktion-One sound systems. So, expect crystal clear sound and great vibes. 

 

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The Brickworks

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Location: Newark St, Sneinton, Nottingham NG2 4PP

If you’re after a night of quality music in a no-frills setting for your next night out in Nottingham, look no further than The Brickworks. It’s a simple, straightforward warehouse space that has hosted some of the best DJs, including Dr Banana, Fabio & Grooverider, Wookie, Shanti Celeste, Joy Orbison, Overmono and more. With a crisp sound and a perfect setting for dancing, The Brickworks is one of the best clubs in Nottingham. 

 

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Tunnel Club Nottingham

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Capacity: 375

Location: 28 St James's St, Nottingham NG1 6FG

Tunnel Club Nottingham is one of those venues that proves you don’t need a massive room to throw a huge night. Tucked away in the city centre, it’s all about proper underground energy, with heavyweight bookings bringing the heat in a more intimate, up-close setting. If you like your club nights sweaty, bassy and packed with people who are there for the music (not just a few Insta stories), Tunnel Club is well worth having on your radar for your next night out in Nottingham.

 

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Whether you’re after huge headliners, sweaty underground raves or a daytime party that still leaves you fresh for Sunday, Nottingham has you covered. From city centre institutions to hidden dancefloor gems, these venues prove the city’s nightlife is up there with the best. Click HERE to check out what’s on in Nottingham, grab your tickets, and get ready for your next big night out. 

 

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