The Old Irish Pub, Hillerød

Lively Irish-style bar and late-night dance venue on Hillerød’s central square, pouring pints, playing hits and catering to a sociable, mature party crowd.

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The Old Irish Pub

Set on Hillerød’s central market square, The Old Irish Pub is a lively late-night bar and club styled after a classic Irish pub, with dark wood interiors, long counters and a spacious dance floor. Aimed mainly at a mature party crowd, it mixes draught beer and cocktails with DJs, occasional live music and sports on screens, becoming especially animated on weekend nights when it stays open into the early hours.

A brief summary to The Old Irish Pub

Torvet 6, Hillerød, 3400, DK
+4540289847
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Duration: 1.5 to 4 hours
Mid ranged
Indoor
Mobile reception: 5 out of 5

Friday 4 pm-5 am
Saturday 4 pm-5 am

Local tips

Aim to arrive earlier in the evening if you prefer a classic pub feel with easier conversation, before the music volume rises and the dance floor fills.
Bring a valid photo ID, as door staff may check age, especially on busy weekend nights with a strong focus on a mature clientele.
Consider earplugs if you are sensitive to loud music; the sound level increases significantly late at night near the dance floor and DJ area.

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An Irish-Inspired Nightspot on Hillerød’s Square

The Old Irish Pub occupies a prominent corner on Torvet, Hillerød’s central market square, bringing an Irish twist to this otherwise Danish town centre. From the outside, its façade and signage echo the look of pubs found in Dublin or Cork, with warm lighting spilling onto the cobbles and drawing people in after dark. Once you step through the doors, the bustle of the square fades behind you and the room opens into a large, open-plan bar area. Inside, the space leans into classic pub cues: polished dark wood, high tables, bar stools and a long counter lined with taps. There is an easy, sociable layout, with plenty of standing room that encourages mingling on busier evenings. Low, amber-toned lighting and green accents underscore the Irish theme without turning the interior into a pastiche, making it feel like a casual refuge for a drink, a chat or an unplanned late night.

From Pints to Party: How the Evening Unfolds

Early in the evening, The Old Irish Pub functions much like a traditional bar. Guests settle in with pints of beer, ciders or mixed drinks, and the music level stays low enough to talk comfortably. Screens show major sporting fixtures, giving it the feel of a local base for football or rugby nights. As the hours pass, the volume rises, lights change and the mood shifts from relaxed pub to upbeat club-style venue. Later on, DJs steer the soundtrack towards dance-friendly hits, spanning classic rock singalongs, pop anthems and contemporary chart tracks. On selected nights, the space hosts live musicians, leaning into the Irish pub heritage with guitar-led sets and crowd-pleasing covers. The broad musical mix keeps the atmosphere inclusive, aiming at those who enjoy dancing and socialising rather than a niche club scene.

A Mature Crowd and Social Atmosphere

The bar specifically focuses on a more mature audience than many student-heavy nightlife spots. This gives evenings a different rhythm: groups of friends, after-work colleagues and couples fill the floor, and the vibe tends to centre on conversation, shared rounds and dancing rather than a high-intensity club environment. Large tables and open standing areas make it easy for bigger groups to gather for celebrations or informal meetups. On weekends and before local holidays, the energy ramps up as the night progresses. The late opening hours mean the venue often serves as both the starting point and the final stop of an evening out. Despite the party-forward atmosphere, there is still a strong pub character at its core, with the bar counter acting as the social heart where staff pour drinks, exchange banter and keep the tempo of the night moving.

Design Details and the Irish Theme

The interior design plays deliberately with Irish pub aesthetics. Expect dark wood panelling, framed prints or mirrors and touches of green that punctuate the warm colour palette. Lighting is kept relatively low, with spotlights and coloured effects near the dance floor to give a club-like feel after midnight, while the seating areas maintain a softer glow that suits quieter conversations. The layout is flexible enough to accommodate small stages or performance corners when live music is scheduled. This allows the venue to alternate between an easy-going bar and a compact concert space. Though it is part of a broader chain concept, the Hillerød location is very much tied to its setting on the town square, catching the flow of people moving between nearby restaurants, bars and late-opening venues.

Practicalities for a Night Out

The Old Irish Pub generally comes into its own from late evening onwards, and on Fridays and Saturdays it stays open until the early hours of the morning. Entry is typically free, with guests paying for drinks at the bar, and there are occasional themed events or seasonal celebrations such as festive parties. The central address on Torvet places it within walking distance of many of Hillerød’s other attractions, making it easy to combine with dinner or an afternoon visit to the castle before returning for nightlife. Facilities are geared towards comfort during long evenings: there are restrooms on site, multiple seating zones and standing areas, and bar staff used to handling busy late-night rushes. Mobile reception is generally reliable in this central urban location. For travellers looking for a sociable, lively setting rather than a quiet drink, this pub-bar hybrid serves as one of the town’s more energetic after-dark options.

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Discover more about The Old Irish Pub

An Irish-Inspired Nightspot on Hillerød’s Square

From Pints to Party: How the Evening Unfolds

A Mature Crowd and Social Atmosphere

Design Details and the Irish Theme

Practicalities for a Night Out

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Skänk øl, vin & madbar Hillerød

Old town hall

Hillerød Rectory

Hillerød St.

Kirppu Hillerød

Kulsvierstenen

Country Market

Hørsholm Slotshave

Auderødlejren

Furesø

Henriksholm

Danish Museum of Science and Technology

Tisvilde Hegn

Open Air Museum

Klopstocks eg

Unmissable attractions to see

Genforeningssten i Hillerød

Elværket Hillerød - Museum Nordsjælland

Posen

Hillerød Church

Fisketorvet

Gavlkunst

Frederiksborg Castle

The Museum of National History

Frederiksborg Castle Chapel

Hillerød City Museum & Graphic Museum

Batzke's Hill

Royal Stage

Frederiksborg Castle Gardens

Island of imagination

AdventurePark

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