Clubbing isn’t for everyone. But that doesn’t always have to be because of the clubbers themselves and their preferences, sometimes it’s actually about the clubs instead, as often, people can find these spaces to be too loud or overcrowded for them, and crucially, open too late into the night (or should we say early hours of the morning). Luckily, former BBC Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac is back to solve that very problem, as she’s set to host a series of club nights across the UK and Ireland that end before midnight.
Following the success of her big outdoor shows this past summer, the Dublin-born DJ, broadcaster, and writer has now announced that she’ll be bringing her Before Midnight clubbing concept back for more later this year, and she’ll be taking to a famous Manchester city centre stage in early November. For this upcoming series, the popular clubbing concept – which launched in 2022 – will be moving back inside, and the shows are set to be “darker, sweatier, and more intimate” this time around. As well as taking over Manchester’s iconic Albert Hall in the hearty of the city centre, Annie will also be heading to several other major cites – including London, Belfast, and Dublin.
Annie said she created the Before Midnight clubbing concept especially for “a generation of people who grew up with clubbing in their DNA, but who weren’t being served by the industry”, such as those who work on the weekends, who have exams to study for, who can’t afford a babysitter to stay over, or who feel particularly self conscious at a typical nightclub. Essentially, if you like to go to bed early, then this is also a night for you. “I wanted to try and recreate the mood and atmosphere of a nightclub at a time that was accessible for me,” Annie said ahead of her tour later this year. “I figured you can go and see any band, or play, or art show at accessible times, but there were few opportunities to see your favourite DJ in a nightclub at 9pm.”
The Rise of Before Midnight
She added that the upcoming shows, including the one here in Manchester, will combine the best of everything she’s learnt from all her previous shows so far, and the main aim of the tour is to ensure parties are thrown for people who want to feel “safe, included, celebrated, and no matter what age they are, want to dance”. Annie Mac’s Before Midnight tour will coming to Manchester’s Albert Hall on Saturday 2 November, with tickets set to go on general sale this Friday 20 September at 10am, as well as a presale the day prior (Thursday 19 September), also at 10am. You can find out more and grab tickets to the one-off special club night here.
Annie Mac is Bringing Her Famous Before Midnight Clubbing Experience to Manchester's Albert Hall
After a summer of big outdoor gigs, Annie Mac is taking her Before Midnight concept to intimate venues across the UK and Ireland. The DJ and broadcaster will be hosting a series of club nights in Manchester, Belfast, London, Dublin and Galway, beginning in November. Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' series is designed for those who want to enjoy a night out without sacrificing sleep. The events offer a unique and inclusive clubbing experience, with a focus on creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
Annie Mac has said that she created 'Before Midnight' because she wanted to create a club for people who worked at the weekends, who had to study for exams, who couldn't afford a babysitter to stay over, or who felt self-conscious at a typical nightclub. She believes there is a generation of people who grew up with clubbing in their DNA but who aren't being served by the industry. Annie Mac aims to offer a clubbing experience that is accessible for everyone, regardless of their age or lifestyle. She also highlighted the importance of ensuring that parties are thrown for people who want to feel “safe, included, celebrated, and no matter what age they are, want to dance”.
Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' Tour Dates: A Night of Music and Inclusivity
Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' tour will be coming to Manchester's Albert Hall on Saturday 2 November, with tickets going on general sale on Friday 20 September at 10am, as well as a presale the day prior (Thursday 19 September), also at 10am.
Beyond the Music: A Legacy of Inclusivity and Empowerment
Known for championing female and LGBTQ+ artists, Annie’s mission is to create safe, welcoming environments where everyone feels empowered to dance and connect. The Manchester shows promises an unforgettable night of expertly curated music, bringing in unparalleled energy that Annie Mac always provides. Annie is currently focusing on her podcast Sidetracked alongside radio best pal Nick Grimshaw, so we can’t wait to see her behind the decks once more. In a world where clubbing often feels like a performance of self-expression, Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' series aims to create an environment where everyone can simply relax, dance, and have a good time. Annie Mac's dedication to creating inclusive spaces is one of the key elements that make her 'Before Midnight' series so successful. She is a pioneer in creating a new generation of dance nights that are more accessible to a wider audience.
A New Era of Clubbing: Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' Reimagines Nightlife
Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' is a testament to the power of music to bring people together. It is a night for those who want to dance without the late-night hours. It is a night for those who want to feel safe, included, and celebrated. It is a night for those who want to dance and connect. If you're looking for a unique and inclusive clubbing experience, be sure to check out Annie Mac's 'Before Midnight' series. It's a night you won't want to miss.
