Sofia Entertainment

  1. Avenue

    One of the more popular student joints, Avenue plays both Western songs and Bulgarian chalga (folk pop) music.

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  2. Bulgaria Hall

    The home of the excellent Sofia Philharmonic Orchestra, this is the place to come for classical music concerts.

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  3. Chervilo

    The live music, guest DJs and themed party nights at 'Lipstick' draw in Sofia's young and fashionable set at night, and it also has a pleasant terrace for sitting out with a drink or two.

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  4. Irish Harp

    Irish Harp offers live music and satellite TV showing international football matches.

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  5. National Palace of Culture (NDK)

    The NDK (as it's usually called) has 15 halls and is easily the country's largest cultural complex. It maintains a regular programme of events in summer (when most other theatres in Sofia are closed) and offers an eclectic range of shows throughout the year (recently featured artists have included George Michael and Chuck Berry).

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  7. Pri Kmeta

    Pri Kmeta 'At the Mayor's' is a convivial microbrewery serving its own 'Kmetsko' beer, which is available in litre and, for the very thirsty, metre-length measures. There are seats at ground level, but the cellar beer hall, with its gleaming copper vats, is more atmospheric, and hosts regular live music events.

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  8. Social Jazz Club

    The place to go to catch some quality live jazz, with a programme of leading international acts.

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  9. Swingin' Hall

    Huge club offering an eclectic programme of live music each night, ranging from jazz and blues to rock and folk pop.

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