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Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin

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Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin books Folk, Traditional. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Irish language and arts centre in Derry with a focus on traditional music

Venue at a glance Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin · Derry

c. 200

Capacity

standingmedium

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

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bring owngear

Folk

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originals+1 more

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Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin — Quick Facts

Irish language and arts centre in Derry with a focus on traditional music

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Capacityc. 200 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Websiteculturlann.org

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Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin 37 Great James Street
Derry
Derry BT48 7DF

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About Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin

Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin is a grassroots music venue in Derry, Derry with a standing capacity of approximately 200. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin books Folk, Traditional acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Derry venue directory.

Culturlann ‌‌‍Ui Chanain is a 200-capacity Irish language and arts centre in the middle of Derry, programming gigs with a focus on Irish traditional music and artists creating as Gaeilge. Upcoming acts can land festival slots alongside nationally-known names, and the space is also available to rent for promoters and artists. The whole building is fully wheelchair-accessible. A Musicians' Union Fair Play venue.

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37 Great James Street, Derry, Derry, BT48 7DF

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What equipment does Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin provide?

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What genres does Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin book?

Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin books Folk, Traditional. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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What is the capacity of Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin?

Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Derry venues for size comparisons.

Does Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin have open mic nights?

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Where is Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin?

37 Great James Street, Derry, Derry, BT48 7DF. See the map below for directions. Browse more Derry venues nearby.

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