Arcade Empire Cape Town Long Street underground techno venue
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Arcade Empire

Long Street, Cape Town

Cape Town's underground techno bunker — raw, dark, and uncompromising on Long Street.

Founded

2015

Capacity

400

Hours

Friday–Saturday 10

Area

Long Street

About Arcade Empire

Arcade Empire is Cape Town's answer to the global underground techno movement — a raw, dark basement venue on Long Street that has become the go-to destination for serious electronic music in the city. With a powerful sound system, no-frills aesthetic, and booking policy focused on quality over hype, Arcade Empire attracts Cape Town's most dedicated electronic music community.

History

Arcade Empire emerged from Cape Town's growing appetite for serious underground club culture. Since opening in 2015, it has been the city's most consistent home for techno and experimental electronic music.

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Venue Info

Opening Hours

Friday–Saturday 10 PM–6 AM

Address

Long Street, Cape Town, 8001

Dress Code

Casual — music first

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