The Empire is one of the most popular live oriented venues in Belfast, focusing more on alternative kinds of acts and entertainment. The wide range of nights put on here, mean that almost everyones tastes are is catered for in an average week.

Tuesday nights are the brilliant stand up comedy nights, where for £4, you get to see top class comedians from all over the world perform live. One of the best nights in Belfast without a doubt. Sundays and Thurdays are free admission jazz and blues nights. For this sum of £0, you get to witness some of Belfast finest and have a bit of craic. The Empire also hosts loads of top live bands throughout its calender too. If you're still not convinced, then the £3 pizza and pint deal they do might interest you anyway.