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FRIDAY NIGHT

Fridays begin at 4pm, when the large bi-folding doors open Universal Bar up onto the busy street.

The after work crowd start to gather, unwinding after a long week of work.

Retrofit take to the stage at 6pm, a popular and extremely entertaining trio at Uni Bar, and play contemporary rock with an accoustic flavour. They play until 9pm, and are perfect background music to dine to, but also have a dance to!

At 10pm as night rolls in, so do the band Funksta, a dance band bringing a mixture of funk, soul, reggae and R&B. With Funksta comes a great party atmosphere and a large crowd, all ushering in the weekend with cocktails and dancing!

Fridays kick on until 2am, when staff close the bi-folding doors and begin to prepare for the next huge night at Universal!

Whether you're after a quiet drink with friends after work, a relaxed diner-style meal, or a big night out with music and dancing, Universal Bar on a Friday night has something for everyone!

SATURDAY NIGHT

Saturday night is party night at Universal Bar!

The doors open at 5pm, with chart music, classic rock, funk and soul music playing through the sound system until regular two piece acoustic acts consisting of some of WA's most talented musicians, soothe the crowd from 6pm.

You will often notice balloons up around the bar most Saturday nights- it's a very popular venue for functions with some parts of the bars sectioned off for exclusive parties.

As Soul Corporation start their sound check, DJ Bernie Mack prepares himself for the big night ahead. He fills in Soul Corp's breaks with the latest hit tunes!

The bar is usually quite busy by 10pm, and it's this time that Soul Corp start their first set and the time most people start showing off serious dance moves!

The upstairs Terrace Bar is often closed for private functions, but opens up after 10pm! Enjoy a cocktail whilst admiring the New Orleans city skyline!

And if your'e worried you'll miss the bands upstairs, don't! We live stream the footage and sound up to the large screen plasma in the Terrace!

Whether your'e into delicious cocktails made by award-winning bar tenders, boutique beers, dancing the night away, or meeting up with friends for a meal and wine, Universal Bar on a Saturday night is the place for you!

The party vibe is strong until 2am, when it's time to kick off the dancing shoes for the night and head home. Or grab a kebab in Northbridge!