Living in Addis
Night Clubs and Bars in Addis Ababa
Bars, clubs, lounges and live music, by area.
6 bars and clubs
Bar or club
Atmosphere
Bole
Culture venue with a bar, an art gallery and a courtyard on Zimbabwe Street in Bole
Daily 9:00 to 01:00
Bar or club
Black Rose Lounge
Bole
Lounge bar with cocktails and food on the second floor of Yegemiya Plaza, off Bole Road
Bar food, Sandwiches
Bar or club
Fendika Cultural Center
Meskel Square
Azmari music, dance and Ethio-jazz venue, now at the Hyatt Regency on Meskel Square
Bar or club
Moseb Music Center
Megenagna
Live music venue for Ethiopian traditional music and Ethio-jazz near Megenagna
Ethiopian
Bar or club
V Lounge Addis
Wollo Sefer
Night club, live music venue and restaurant on Ethio China Street in Wollo Sefer
International, Pizza
Bar or club
Flirt Lounge Addis
Bole
Night club and lounge with live music and DJ nights on Cameroon Street in Bole
Daily from 17:00. Closes at 03:00 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun) or 04:00 (Mon, Fri, Sat)
About night clubs and bars in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa stays up late at the weekend. Bole has the most clubs, bars and rooftop lounges. Kazanchis and the area around Meskel Square have bars and hotel clubs. Across the city, azmari bets play traditional music, and the singers make up verses about the guests.
Most clubs get busy after 23:00 on Friday and Saturday and stay open until early morning. Some charge an entry fee on busy nights or when a DJ or a band plays. Bars and lounges open earlier and suit a quiet evening with friends.
Plan the ride home before you go out. Use a ride app or a taxi you know, and agree the price first. Carry an ID card, keep your phone and cash close, and ask the venue about a dress code.
Each profile shows the area, the hours and the music when the venue states them. Use the filters to find a place near you.
Frequently asked questions
What time do night clubs open in Addis Ababa?
Most clubs open in the evening and get busy after 23:00 on Friday and Saturday. Many stay open until early morning. Hours change by night and by season, so check the profile or call the club.
What is an azmari bet?
An azmari bet is a small bar with traditional Ethiopian music. An azmari plays the masinko, a one string fiddle, and sings. The singer often makes up funny verses about the guests, and guests tip the singer.
How do I get home safely after a night out in Addis Ababa?
Use a ride app or a taxi that you or the venue know, and agree the price before you get in. Go home in a group when you can. Keep your phone and money close in busy places.
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