Afterlight

About

Afterlight is a speakeasy lounge and listening bar tucked inside a heritage building on Bank Street, just a block from Queen. The venue is built around music as a primary experience — a state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and AV system plus DJ sets curated by some of Ottawa's most respected music selectors. The format leans more listening bar than nightclub: come for the music, stay for the crafted cocktails and natural wines.

The programming spans Afrobeat, electronic, Latin, and R&B, with rotating guest DJs filling out the week's calendar.

What to Know

• Style: Speakeasy listening bar — music-first format
• Sound: State-of-the-art sound, lighting, and AV
• Drinks: Crafted cocktails + natural wines
• Food: Small bites
• Music: Afro, electronic, Latin, R&B
• Private Events: Cocktails, socials, staff parties, cinq à sept gatherings

Visitor Information

• Hours: Evenings (hours vary seasonally with holiday parties and private events — check socials)
• Reservations: Recommended, especially weekends
• Private Bookings: Email [email protected]
• Dress Code: Smart casual

Getting There

• Address: 129 Bank Street (at Slater)
• Transit: Close to Parliament Station
• Parking: Street parking on Bank; nearby downtown garages