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About Sandino's
Sandino's is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Londonderry with a standing capacity of approximately 400. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
Sandino's books Indie, Rock, Folk, World acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Londonderry venue directory.
Sandino's is a bohemian cafe-bar and grassroots venue on Water Street in Derry, a cornerstone of the city's live music circuit with a Latin American solidarity theme running through its decor. The stage and sound system host everything from intimate acoustic sessions and folk, indie and world music to punk shows and DJ nights, welcoming touring and local acts alike. A PA system is provided for performers.
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Water Street, City Centre, Londonderry, BT48 6AW
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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Londonderry venue directory.
Sandino's books Indie, Rock, Folk, World. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Sandino's has a standing capacity of approximately 400, classed as a medium venue. See all Londonderry venues for size comparisons.
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Water Street, City Centre, Londonderry, BT48 6AW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Londonderry venues nearby.
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