The final party will take place on June 1, with the venue citing “immense pressure” in the UK nightlife industry
Longstanding Leeds nightclub, Wire, has announced that it is set to close permanently on June 2.
Having operated for 18 years, the team behind the Call Lane venue broke the news via an Instagram post today (April 19), citing “the cost-of-living crisis & changing lifestyle choices” in the wake of the pandemic.
In the social media statement, the venue’s organisers wrote: “It is with great sadness that we are announcing the permanent closure of Wire on Sunday 2 June 2024.
“Since re-opening after the pandemic the UK nightlife industry had been under immense pressure which we have not been immune to. The cost-of-living crisis & changing lifestyle choices coinciding with other looming commercial challenges unique to the venue has gradually led to the unavoidable outcome that the club can no longer operate as a viable business,” it continued.
“Although the journey is about to end, we are grateful for the past 18 years and our mission to create an underground electronic music venue dedicated to Drum & Bass, House & Techno that Leeds could be proud of has been well & truly achieved.
“Thanks to all of the DJs, both local & international who have helped Wire position itself as one of the best electronic music venues in Europe. It was a pleasure to host all of you whilst providing a platform for many who launched careers from Wire.”
Its final party will take place on June 1, the line-up for which is currently unannounced. Upcoming parties will feature the likes of O’Flynn, Vladimir Ivkovic, Vlada, Frazer Ray, Sean Johnston and others.
See the full announcement below.
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