Waxies Irish Pub, Aarhus
Lively Irish pub and sports bar in central Aarhus, blending cosy wood‑panelled charm with live music, games and big‑screen sports late into the night.
Waxies is a classic Irish pub and sports bar in the heart of Aarhus, blending dark-wood cosiness with a lively, social buzz. Tucked along central Frederiksgade, it pairs pints of stout and a generous beer list with live music, big-screen sports, karaoke, quizzes and bar games. By late evening the atmosphere ramps up, making it a go-to spot for everything from casual after‑work drinks to full‑on nights out, without losing the easygoing warmth of a neighbourhood pub.
A brief summary to Waxies
- Frederiksgade 16, Aarhus, Aarhus C, 8000, DK
- +4542909025
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 1 pm-12 am
- Tuesday 1 pm-12 am
- Wednesday 1 pm-12 am
- Thursday 1 pm-12 am
- Friday 1 pm-5 am
- Saturday 1 pm-5 am
- Sunday 1 pm-12 am
Local tips
- Arrive earlier in the evening on big match nights or live‑music dates if you want a table with a good view of the screens or stage.
- Check the bar’s boards for daily drink specials and happy‑hour offers, which often make draught beers and simple cocktails good value.
- If you enjoy games, ask staff about shuffleboard or darts availability; they can advise on waiting times and how to start a round.
- Weeknights are ideal if you prefer a sociable but less crowded visit, with more space for quizzes, conversation and lingering at the bar.
- Bring a light layer: the room can feel warm on packed nights, especially when the music and crowd energy pick up later on.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Drink Options
- Food Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Waxies location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about Waxies
Irish spirit in the middle of Aarhus
Waxies brings a slice of Dublin pub life to central Aarhus, set on busy Frederiksgade just a short stroll from the city’s main shopping streets. Inside, the look is classic Irish bar: dark wood panels, high stools along the counter, flags and framed memorabilia lining the walls, and a long bar backed by rows of beer taps and bottles. Low, amber lighting softens the edges, so even on a packed night it feels warm and convivial rather than overwhelming. From afternoon onward, it works as a relaxed refuge for a quiet pint, a chat with friends or a solo beer at the bar. Later in the evening, especially towards the weekend, music rises, glasses clink and the mood shifts into full social mode, still anchored in that unfussy, down‑to‑earth pub character that makes it easy to settle in.Sports bar energy and big‑screen action
Sport is woven into the identity of Waxies. Screens are mounted around the bar, tuned to football, rugby, tennis, Formula 1 and other major fixtures, so you are rarely far from a good view of the action. On big match days the place can feel like a small grandstand under a roof, with cheers, groans and spontaneous toasts rolling through the room. The staff are used to balancing fans and casual drinkers, and the layout offers both standing space near the bar and more tucked‑away corners where you can follow the game at your own volume. For anyone visiting Aarhus during an international tournament or derby, Waxies often doubles as an informal meeting point for supporters from different countries sharing the same screen.Games, quizzes and nightly entertainment
Beyond televised sport, Waxies leans into classic pub pastimes. Shuffleboards, darts and table football invite a bit of friendly rivalry between rounds, and the hum of clacking pucks or rattling foosball rods is part of the soundscape. Regular pub quizzes and karaoke sessions turn ordinary evenings into social events, drawing teams of friends and brave solo singers. Live music several nights a week adds another layer. Small bands and solo performers set up close to the bar, playing rock, folk and crowd‑pleasing sing‑along tunes that suit the space. Because the room is fairly compact, you feel the performance up close, yet it still leaves room for conversation at the edges of the floor.Drinks, pub fare and late‑night comfort
True to its Irish roots, Waxies keeps stout and Irish beers on tap, backed by a broad selection of draught lagers, bottled brews and a simple but useful cocktail list. Whiskey fans can explore both Irish and international labels, and the bar runs periodic offers or happy‑hour deals that make lingering over one more round very tempting. To keep you going through long evenings, there is a menu of straightforward bar food and snacks: think burgers, sandwiches and sharing baskets that pair well with cold beer and late‑night conversation. It is the kind of unfussy, filling fare designed more for sociability than fine dining, ideal for groups rotating between the bar, the games and the music.Atmosphere, crowd and when to visit
The atmosphere at Waxies changes over the course of the day. Early afternoons are typically calm and comfortable for lingering with a book or talking without raising your voice. As the city’s offices empty out, after‑work groups and students begin to fill the tables, gradually building towards a busier, more boisterous evening. Fridays and Saturdays can stretch well into the small hours, with the bar open later than many nearby spots, and a mixed crowd of locals, expats and visitors all folded into the same space. Expect an informal dress code, plenty of English spoken, and an easy sociability that makes it simple to strike up conversation at the bar or around a shuffleboard table, whether you arrived with friends or on your own.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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- Lively
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- Entertaining
- Casual
- Unique
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For the architecture buff
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For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- LGBT Friendly