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What's on Stage
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Dirty Onion
The Dirty Onion is a grassroots music venue in Cathedral Quarter, Belfast with a standing capacity of approximately 150. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Dirty Onion books Rock, Indie, Traditional, DJ acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Belfast venue directory.
The Dirty Onion stands out in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter with its vibrant atmosphere and rich musical heritage. This medium-sized venue hosts a diverse range of genres, from rock and indie to traditional tunes and DJ sets, welcoming both original acts and cover bands. With a standing capacity of around 150, it offers an intimate setting for music lovers to enjoy live performances.
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Find The Dirty Onion
3 Hill Street, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast, BT1 2LA
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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Belfast venues by backline.
The Dirty Onion books Rock, Indie, Traditional, DJ. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Dirty Onion has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all Belfast venues for size comparisons.
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3 Hill Street, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast, BT1 2LA. See the map below for directions. Browse more Belfast venues nearby.
