Best Nightclubs in Glasgow | Top Dance Venues & Late-Night Party Spots

Backlit silhouettes of people standing together in a room illuminated by vibrant purple light beams creating a dramatic, atmospheric scene. — Sub Club

Glasgow is one of the UK’s best cities for nightlife. Whether warehouse techno, disco in dive bars, or LGBTQ+ anthems in Victorian halls, the city has it all.

Nightclubs

SWG3

A short walk from Finnieston is SWG3, an arts and music venue in a former warehouse with 5 different venues. SWG3 hosts the biggest names in electronic music, plus touring bands, arts events, and much more. See SWG3 for events listings.

Crowd dancing in a large, dark warehouse venue with a mirror ball reflecting blue light beams across the room, creating a vibrant nightlife atmosphere. — SWG3. Images: Michael C Hunter.

Silhouetted crowd at a concert cheering in front of a brightly lit stage with a DJ performing under overhead lighting rigs.

The Berkeley Suite

Behind a pawn shop sign on Charing Cross, you’ll find The Berkeley Suite. Stylish and intimate, the club hosts DJs from around the world. Disco, house, and techno are on offer every week. Check The Berkeley Suite’s Instagram for what’s on.

The Garage

The Garage on Sauchiehall Street is one of Scotland's most iconic venues thanks to the big yellow truck above its door. It's a favourite spot for students that has a fun, friendly focus on pop and dance music, plus touring bands. Visit Garage Glasgow for more info.

The Buff Club

If vintage funk, soul, and disco are your vibe, head to The Buff Club, hidden in a back lane in Glasgow's city centre. You'll join a friendly crowd to dance the night away under the mirror ball. Find out more at The Buff Club.

Sub Club

Sub Club is home to the world's longest-running DJ residency, Subculture, every Saturday night. Sub Club is regularly voted as one of the best nightclubs in the world in readers' polls by Resident Advisor and DJ Mag. Visit Sub Club for the latest listings. Also, discover why Subculture resident Harri loves Glasgow's music scene.

Crowd dancing in a dimly lit basement venue with raised hands silhouetted against warm red and orange background lighting.

La Cheetah Club

La Cheetah is the basement club of Max's Bar near the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). The club is tiny, but you'll find a warm welcome from the crowd and big talent behind the DJ decks. Visit La Cheetah Club for what's on.

Cathouse Rock Club

Known as ‘the Catty’ to locals, Cathouse plays alt and metal 5 nights a week across 2 floors. It's also a major venue for touring bands old and new. Check out the Cathouse for more info.

Polo Lounge

With 4 rooms across 2 floors, Polo Lounge is an LGBTQ+ inclusive nightclub playing pop, cheese, and disco throughout the week. Learn more by visiting Polo Lounge. Glasgow also has a whole host of LGBTQ+ bars which offer cabaret, karaoke, and drag nights. Check out our LGBTQ+ guide to find out more.

Outstretched hands outside a bar raise cocktails in a toast under a modern style, gold lettered sign that reads "BLUEDOG"

Is a late night bar more your vibe?

Glasgow also has a wide selection of late night bars. Enjoy everything from live music bars to stylish cocktails lounges.

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