Haarlem
Fronted by a striking glass facade, Haarlem's premier concert venue presents a diverse program of classical music (such as the Netherlands' chamber…
Must-see entertainment in Western Europe
Notting Hill & West London
Extended with a new wing several years back and refurbishing its Frank Matcham–designed Victorian auditorium in 2018, the Lyric turns classics on their…
The West End
Covent Garden’s renovated Poetry Café is a favourite for lovers of verse. It has almost daily readings and performances by established poets, open-mic…
Edinburgh
One of Edinburgh's most eclectic live-music venues, Henry's has something going on most nights of the week, from rock and indie to 'Balkan-inspired folk'…
Centro de Artes e Espectáculos
The Beiras
Behind the Museu Municipal Dr Santos Rocha, CAE hosts big-name bands, theatre performances and art-house cinema. Check the website or pick up a schedule…
Miragaia
Porto has no fado tradition of its own, but you can enjoy the Lisbon or Coimbra version of ‘Portugal blues’ into the wee hours at Restaurante O Fado. It's…
Bath
Bath's historic theatre dates back 200 years. Major touring productions appear in the main auditorium and smaller shows take place in the Ustinov Studio.
The Midlands & the Marches
The best live-music venue for miles around, Marr's still has its original sprung dance floors from its days as a dance studio. There's a lively schedule…
Ghent
Ropes, horse harnesses and the sayings of Rumi on the walls give this very inexpensive café a slightly cheesy atmosphere, but the free traditional Turkish…
Bayonne
Hidden down a backstreet, this atmospheric trinquet (indoor court) stages main nue pelota (bare-hand pelota) matches under an impressive timber-framed…
Lyon
In a handy Vieux Lyon location, this modern spot hosts live jazz in a comfy setting, with a full menu and sharing plates available. The music starts…
Leiden
On Fridays and Saturdays, live rock in this bar can expand to an impromptu stage in the alley, with crowds trailing up to the main street. On other nights…
Portimão
Reached via an arched stone tunnel off Rua Professor José Buísel, this charismatic backstreet bar is Portimão's best venue for live music, with weekend…
Limerick City
Limerick's best spot for live music promises authentic trad sessions and an unbeatable gig list – including occasional big-name artists such as Paul Young…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Catch circus, theatre, music, monthly balls, magic shows and an eclectic range of other events at this former funeral parlour turned city-funded art space…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Founded in 1680, this is one of three Comédie Française venues, along with the Right Bank's main Salle Richelieu and Studio Théâtre. It presents works by…
Paris
Opened by the founder of the Moulin Rouge in 1888, the Olympia has hosted all the big names over the years, from Édith Piaf to Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Buckley…
Aberdeen
Upstairs at O'Neill's you're guaranteed a wild night of pounding, hardcore Irish rock, indie and alternative tunes Friday to Sunday; downstairs is a …
Brighton & Hove
Once the stables for King George IV’s horses, this art deco complex houses three theatre venues within the Royal Pavilion estate. ABBA famously won the…
Perpignan
Live bands, especially rock, punk and funk, play at this alternative venue; DJs and hip-hop artists also regularly rev up the crowds. Check its Facebook…
Snowdonia National Park (Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri)
An impressive cultural asset for a town of this size, Theatr Ardudwy is a lively local arts centre that stages dance, theatre and music, and screens a…
The Douro
This handsomely restored theatre and cultural space hosts a wide range of programmes throughout the year, from children’s puppet shows to classical…
Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall
Nottingham
Sharing the same building and booking office, the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall host musicals, touring theatre shows and veteran music acts. Dates…
Paris
Exceptional acoustics make this 1907-built concert hall a superb place to catch chamber music, piano recitals, orchestras and theatre performances. It has…
Latin Quarter
Even locals find it easy to miss the small doorway leading to rue Mouffetard’s little two-screen cinema, which shows art-house flicks such as Julie Delpy…
Lyon
One of Lyon's most famous puppet theatres, Théâtre Le Guignol de Lyon has a collection of about 300 puppets. As with many other puppet theatres, shows run…
Glasgow
Tron Theatre, located in the James Adam–designed Tron Kirk, fronted by an elaborate bell tower, stages contemporary Scottish and international…
Kilkenny City
Kilkenny's top theatre venue hosts drama, comedy and musical performances. If you're wondering why intermission lasts 18 minutes, it's so patrons can nip…
The Midlands
Set in the grand surroundings of the 19th-century former courthouse, this place hosts performances, concerts, art exhibitions and workshops.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Full of Victorian splendour, Newcastle's Theatre Royal has an excellent program of drama (including performances by the Royal Shakespeare Company), along…
Funchal
Funchal's grand, late-19th-century main theatre (there were once five!) is the place to head for high-brow entertainment, including classical music, fado,…
Aberdeen
A long-established stalwart of Aberdeen's alternative music scene, Drummond is a crowded, grungy student hang-out offering live gigs from up-and-coming…
Vila Nova de Gaia
Lisbon and Coimbra may be the spiritual home of fado, Portugal's unique brand of melancholic folk music with guitar accompaniment, but you'll find decent…
Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog
For booming harmonies, head to the practice sessions of the local male choir; visitors are most welcome. Since its formation in 1937, the choir has…
Paris
The historic Longchamp racetrack specialises in flat races, with the highlight of the year coming on the first Sunday in October, when it hosts the Prix…
Nottingham
Beside Anish Kapoor's enormous Sky Mirror dish (2001), the Playhouse puts on serious theatre, from stage classics to the avant-garde. Nottingham's…
Paris
World music dominates this perennially popular Bastille dance club, with happening Latino DJs and live reggae, funk and Afro jazz concerts. Prices vary…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Free concerts by local and international artists (mainly rock and indie) kick off from 9pm Monday to Saturday at this laid-back space, while Sundays see…
Oxford
This legendary weekly open-mic night has migrated from venue to venue. Now firmly ensconced at the East Oxford Social Club, it features an ever-changing…
Cork City
Part pub, part vintage ballroom, this atmospheric venue is decked out in 1920s to 1940s decor, with a courtyard beer garden as a central oasis. It stages…
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