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About Dukes Bar
Dukes Bar is a grassroots music venue in Glasgow, Glasgow with a standing capacity of approximately 70. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Dukes Bar books Acoustic, Covers, Indie acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Glasgow venue directory.
Dukes Bar is an independent, dog-friendly West End pub at 41 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, pouring an eclectic drinks range with craft beer generally from Williams Bros. Open daily from noon, it's well regarded for its weekly Wednesday open-mic night — 'Open Mic With The Two Daves' — which draws warm reviews for both the performances and the friendly welcome, with guest DJs taking over at weekends. A relaxed, community-minded grassroots spot for Glasgow's open-mic and acoustic scene.
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41 Old Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow, Glasgow, G3 8RD
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Dukes Bar books Acoustic, Covers, Indie. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Dukes Bar has a standing capacity of approximately 70, classed as a small venue. See all Glasgow venues for size comparisons.
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41 Old Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow, Glasgow, G3 8RD. See the map below for directions. Browse more Glasgow venues nearby.
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