The Garage

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Scotland's biggest nightclub, open seven nights a week with multiple themed rooms spanning chart anthems, alt-rock, and high-energy student parties.

Neighbourhood

Glasgow

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Price

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Age

18+ (local law)

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Indoor / outdoor

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Dress code

No dress code listed

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Music & atmosphere

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Music

Commercial Indie Pop Rock

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Editorial

36.5 of 45

Editorial judgement based on reviewed venue and scene evidence. A score does not imply a first-hand visit.

Scene7.5 of 9

The venue’s role in its local nightlife scene.

Freshness6.0 of 17

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Ratings5.0 of 10

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Impact4.4 of 11

Venue capacity, scaled so that larger venues don’t dominate the overall score.

Longevity1.6 of 4

How long the venue has been open.

Saves0.0 of 4

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