Top NI venue reveals it will not reopen until 2021 - ‘as soon as restrictions ease a little whereby we can offer you some closer approximation of a proper Limelight night out’

In a statement released at lunchtime, management of the club confirmed that they plan to open the venue next year.

In their statement, posted online they say: “Due to the ongoing restrictions placed on licensed premises, we have taken the decision not to open the Limelight this weekend.

“But as soon as restrictions ease a little whereby we can offer you some closer approximation of a proper Limelight night out rest assured we will be back once again.

“Unfortunately this means that the scheduled Shane Todd Christmas Roast shows are now cancelled, refunds will be automatically processed (please allow a few days for refunds to return to your accounts).

“Christmas and New Year’s is usually one of the busiest times at the Limelight, with thousands of party and gig goers using this festive period to celebrate with colleagues, catch up with friends and family or enjoy one final gig of the year.

“Unfortunately that won’t be an option this year but we look forward to the return of live music, club nights and general entertainment in 2021.

“Thanks and have an enjoyable break this month, you all deserve it.”

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