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Backlot HFX

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Visitors praise Backlot HFX as a nice, modern, and well-laid-out venue with a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and enjoyable karaoke nights. Some note that the dance club doesn't get busy until late, making it less ideal for those looking to dance earlier in the evening.

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Address

2103 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B2, Canada

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Website

backlothfx.ca

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About this place Backlot HFX

Backlot HFX opened in March 2026 at 2103 Gottingen Street in the North End, in a space Club NRG used around 2000. It is owned by Michael Gouthro and runs over two floors: a lounge upstairs and a club downstairs that gets going on Friday and Saturday nights. Its website says it is open seven days a week with drag, bingo, karaoke, DJs and dancing, and happy hour every day from 6 to 9pm; listed hours run 6pm to 2am. Coverage at the opening said there was no weekend cover charge. Google reviews are high but still few, about 4.7 from 33.

Opening Hours

Closed

Monday 18:00-02:00

Tuesday 18:00-02:00

Wednesday 18:00-02:00

Thursday 18:00-02:00

Friday 18:00-02:00

Saturday 18:00-02:00

Sunday 18:00-02:00

Features

Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Karaoke Drag shows LGBTQ+ owned Safe space Community space Mixed LGBTQ+ Mixed ethnicities Chill / Relaxed Dance Local favorite DJ sets Dance club Karaoke bar Drag Bingo Quiz nights Pool Free entry Late night (after midnight) Drag shows

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4.7

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33 reviews

Based on 33 Google reviews.

Mathieu Brazeau Jun 2026

★★★★★

Robert Davis Jun 2026

★★★★★

Troy Snook May 2026

★★★★★

Excellent space! Look forward to travelling from Cape Breton as often as I can to enjoy it. Best Karaoke in town on Thursday nights. Free pool, no cover, and happy hour every day 6-9. The club downstairs is opened 10-2 on the weekends. It has an underground feel, huge dance floor, excellent lighting. Also a great venue for performers and special events. Friendly staff, and free coat check. Best music and overall experience. Can’t wait to visit soon!

Kirby McVicar Apr 2026

★★★★★

sean christie Apr 2026

★★★★☆

Great new place very well redone. The dance club doesn't start till ten, so mainly a pub environment and clientele. Dancing doesn't get busy till late late because of it. If your looking for a place to dance earlier then 12:00 this might not be the place. I have gone a few times and seems consistent.

Ryan Ervanowitz Apr 2026

★★★★★

We stopped in last night to check it out and it’s really nice! The space is large, fresh, clean and well laid out! Two pool tables definitely had our attention and two levels of awesomeness! Seriously a great venue that just opened and you need to check it out for yourselves. You’ll love it! Great for large groups too!