HirschQ

Pub · Dortmund city centreAstra on tap, gigs and long nights: HirschQ on Helle is an alternative music pub with a history in the Dortmund scene, open until 6 am at weekends.★ 4.3 on Google (71)Live musicAlternative & punkWeekends until 6 amAddressHelle 944135 DortmundOpening hoursTue 7 pm–1 amWed/Thu 7 pm–2 amFri/Sat 8 pm–6 amclosed Sun/MonDrinksAstra on tap, several bottled beers, large selection of spiritsCrowdmixed, alternativeMusicalternative, punk, rock, gigsWhat makes HirschQ specialHirschQ is right in the middle of Dortmund’s city centre, a few minutes’ walk from gentleM. It used to be known mainly as a scene meeting point; today it is an alternative music pub with punk, rock and regular gigs that deliberately departs from the usual pub standard.In Google reviews, guests praise the good music, the staff and the large selection of spirits. Astra is served on tap, alongside several kinds of bottled beer. At weekends it is open until 6 am, which also makes HirschQ a place for very long nights.The crowd is mixed and alternative. If you are specifically looking for a queer bar, you are better off at gentleM or Don Club. If you like gigs and a pub with rough edges, you’ll get your money’s worth here.A good fit if you …like live music, punk and rockare looking for an alternative pub rather than a classic gay barare out until the morning at weekendsNot ideal if you …are looking for a classic gay bar with a mostly gay crowdwant cocktails and a quiet lounge atmosphereOur tip: HirschQ announces its gigs on Instagram, so it’s worth a look beforehand.ContactInstagram@hirschq_Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Google reviews (4.3 stars, 71 reviews), Instagram. Opening hours, prices and programme may change, please check before you go.

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