NIGHTLIFE IN LEICESTER

We know of course that there is a large proportion of you that are reading the other info and wondering when we are going to get to the good bits – the nightlife! Leicester, as a thriving student town, has seen an explosion in nightlife in recent years. There really is something for everyone, with student pub crawls organised for newcomers, a thriving indie music scene, club nights, comedy, drinks offers and more importantly a really friendly city-wide vibe where locals and students can mix with ease. With our student accommodation in Leicester being so handily located you’ll be able to reach all the top bars and restaurants on foot, without the need to worry about a taxi fare home at the end of the night in most cases.

Also Read: 6 Best Nightclubs in Leicester

For an alternative night, Mosh is every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, offering three floors of grimy fun. It has been a staple on the student scene for well over a decade, and you can sing along to chart hits, dance to drum and bass, or lose yourself in indie rock anthems. Club Republic is based on the site of the old Zanzibar, offering five different rooms and bar areas, with different type of music playing in each. Both the University of Leicester and De Montfort have student nights at Club Republic.

student nightlife in leicester

If you like to see some live music The Shed on Yeoman Street is the place to be as the oldest live music venue in Leicester. Located in the heart of the Cultural Quarter, The Shed is open 7-nights a week, with many live music offerings, film nights and gaming events. It is a well-trodden venue for up and coming bands, and is known as the location of local favourites Kasabian’s first ever gig in the late-90s! The Soundhouse is another important venue on the local music scene and they host regular open mic nights in the Cultural Quarter.

For something a little more intimate, The Cookie is home to music shows and comedy gigs, from Royal Blood and Rag & Bone Man, to George Ezra and Jon Richardson to name just a few. Located on High Street, it’s always a hot ticket in town! Another solid favourite on the scene is Firebug on Millstone Lane. It’s a wonderful place to just chill out with some beers in the garden (where it is open till 4am), or for food in the week. Aside from that though, Firebug is also a beacon for live events and entertainment in its upstairs venue. Here you’ll find live music, silent disco nights, immersive cinema events, and much, much more.

Whether you are looking for a night out drinking, a cheap and tasty meal with friends, a laugh at a comedy night, or a big night out, Leicester is a friendly and safe student city, with your student accommodation close to all the action and a safe haven after a night out.

Student Accommodation University of Leicester

7 Properties near University of Leicester

Yoho

Albion Court

Dover Street Apartments

Ben Russell Court

The Wool Factory

Millstone Place

Zip Building

Tips, Guides & News

8 Best Gyms In Leicester

6 Best Nightclubs in Leicester

The Golden Mile, Leicester: Everything You Need to Know