About us
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Conceived in June 2010, Mother is an LGBTQ+ club night for disco-loving gays and their friends. The club has become an institution of Dublin nightlife. Not only has the club raised the bar regarding queer club culture in Dublin, but Mother is also a main player in creating magical moments at some of Ireland's biggest festivals, including their own Pride Block Party and Love Sensation queer music festival.
The club itself is based at its new home, Lost Lane, Grafton St. Mother has hosted tones of artists across their club and festival shows including Anitta, Rina Sawayama, Lily Allen, Kelis, Scissor Sisters; Ana Matronic & Jake Shears, Honey Dijon, Clean Bandit, Loreen, Mø, The Magician, Crazy P, Aeroplane, Nancy Wang (LCD Soundsystem), Little Boots, Rory Phillips, Alex Metric, Jacques Renault, Shit Robot, Optimo, Daithí, Le Galaxie and many more. We have also been honoured to support some of our biggest idols such as Peaches and Grace Jones!
FAQ
Are there age restrictions?
Mother is strictly 21+ nightclub. ID will be asked upon request by our security before entering the venue.
How / where do I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased upon arrival, doors open at 11pm every Saturday.
Can I pay by card?
We accept cash and card.
Where is Mother located?
Mother is located in Lost Lane, Adams Court, Grafton Street, Dublin.
What is the dress code?
Come as the best version of yourself, otherwise whatever you feel comfortable dancing in!
Is there a cloakroom?
The cloak room is located on the first floor, past the round bar.
I lost my ticket for the cloak room, what do I do?
We do not accept pictures of your ticket for collection in the cloakroom. Please keep your ticket safe in your wallet / purse or in the back of your phone case. You will have to wait at the end of the night to identify your coat with the help of our staff.
What to do when my bag / coat is lost?
If you forget / lose your bag / coat, please contact @LostLaneDublin on Insta or pop into the venue, they handle all lost & found.
Is there a smoking area?
Yes! There are multiple smoking areas located across the venue.
Worried about toilets?
We got you, our toilets are unisex.
Safety statement
Here at Mother, we are committed to create a safe and inclusive environment for our LGBTQ+ community. We do not tolerate any form of homophobic, transphobic, racist, sexist or anti-social behaviour in the club. We proudly hold a space for those who want to feel respected and celebrated.
We encourage our attendees to be mindful of others around them and to respect the space. This includes treating our Mother team - staff, bartenders and DJ’s with the same care and respect.
Your experience matters to us and we want to make sure you enjoy your night with your friends. If at any time you feel uncomfortable or encounter an issue, please alert any of our staff on site, and we will try our best to accommodate you.
We welcome LGBTQ+ community, BIPOC individuals, allies and people from all walks of life into our club.
Mother is your home and everyone deserves to feel safe and valued here.
Be sound and be yourself.
DRUG USE POLICY
We everyone to be as safe as possible at Mother.
We would prefer you didn’t take drugs in the club, but if you do, please take them responsibly.
Please don’t take G in the club.
The risks are serious - especially if mixed with alcohol or ketamine. It's easy to misjudge doses which can lead to dangerous situations.
We care about your wellbeing and the vibe we create together. Let's mind each other and keep the dance floor safe.
Team Mother