Fiction Club

Fiction Club is a two-level nightlife and live entertainment venue in Civic, Canberra, housed in what was once a movie theatre. Its setting gives it a scale that goes beyond a standard club, with a mezzanine bar overlooking the floor and a central 360-degree DJ booth designed to keep the performer at the heart of the room. The venue also highlights its premium sound system and immersive atmosphere.

The programme covers more than regular club nights. Fiction lists live concerts, DJ-led events, exhibitions, live art and theatre among the ways the space is used, with Friday and Saturday nights forming the main rhythm of its weekly offering. Its events calendar includes live performances and electronic music bookings, so the experience can vary from a concert-focused night to a late club set. Checking the current listings is the best way to see what is coming up and whether tickets are required.

For groups, the venue offers booth bookings and birthday packages, with VIP treatment available on Friday and Saturday nights. It also hires the space for private parties, corporate events and live shows, supported by full AV and dedicated event coordination. That makes Fiction relevant not only for a night out, but also for birthdays, celebrations, product launches, team events, conferences, showcases and album launches.

The venue’s layout and programming make it a natural fit for adults planning a group night, concertgoers and people looking for a larger late-night setting in the city centre. It can also work for solo visitors attending a particular live act or event, although the club format is clearly geared towards nightlife rather than a casual meal or family outing. With its former-cinema layout, broad event mix and distinctive DJ booth, Fiction offers one of Canberra’s more purpose-built spaces for live music and after-dark entertainment.