Live music happens in pubs and bars across Castlegate and the West End. Regional artists often perform during annual events like the Aberdeen Jazz Festival, while Ceilidh gatherings take place weekly at community halls.
Live Music Venue
KrakatoaKrakatoa is a food and drink spot on Marischal Street in central Aberdeen. It’s designed for quick weekday meals, serving office workers and locals who need a reliable lunch or post-work drink. The venue focuses on craft drinks, especially seasonal cocktails made with ingredients from nearby suppliers.
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The GrillThe Grill is a traditional bar on Union Street in Aberdeen’s City Centre, housed in a Victorian-era building established in 1870. It's known for its internationally recognized whisky selection and extended hours that run into the night. Locals use it for evening drinks after work or to meet friends before heading out later in the city’s nightlife scene.
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FoundryFoundry is a night and music venue on Union Street in Aberdeen’s historic core. The space was once an industrial building, now hosting regular live shows and DJ sets that attract locals and visitors. It works as a consistent evening spot for drinks and music, especially after work or during weekend nights.
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Ashgrove LoungeYou can find Ashgrove Lounge on Ashgrove Street in Aberdeen, a regular spot for live music and ev….
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Brig O'DonBrig O'Don Pub & Grill on King Street in Aberdeen is a cozy pub with outdoor beer garden and mode….
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Durty Murphy'sDurty Murphy's is a well-known pub on Union Street in Aberdeen.
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Four Mile InnFour Mile Inn on King Street is a reliable local pub in Aberdeen.
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Grays InnYou can find The Grays Inn on Greenfern Rd in Aberdeen, just outside the city.
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Murdos BarMurdos Bar is a long-standing pub on Union Street in Aberdeen’s city centre, situated between the….
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St Machar BarSt Machar Bar is a long-standing pub on St Machar Street in Aberdeen.
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The Craftsman CompanyThe Craftsman Company is a cafe_bar on Guild Street in Aberdeen.
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The Granite CityYou can find The Granite City on Union Street in Aberdeen’s city centre.
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The Justice MillThe Justice Mill stands on Union Street in Downtown Aberdeen, just behind Marischal College and n….
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The Lord ByronThe Lord Byron is on Union Street in Aberdeen, just outside the city.
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The Parkway InnThe Parkway Inn is a pub on Balgownie Road in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen.
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The SmiddyYou can find The Smiddy on Union Street in Aberdeen, just outside the city.
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Wellington HotelThe Wellington Hotel in Aberdeen has been welcoming guests since 1890.
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