What's on at Jax
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Blueswagon at JAX
Thu 13 Aug · 20:30-23:00
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Thursday-night live music from Blueswagon at the original JAX.
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Karaoke Friday at JAX
Fri 14 Aug · 20:00
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JAX’s weekly Friday karaoke night, hosted by Peter.
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Eduardo at JAX
Thu 20 Aug · 20:30-23:00
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Thursday-night live music from Eduardo at the original JAX.
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Blues Doctors at JAX
Thu 27 Aug · 20:30-23:00
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Thursday-night live music from Blues Doctors at the original JAX.
In a paragraph
JAX is the Northgate Street live-music bar in Chester for drinks, open mic nights, acoustic sets, cocktails, beer, wine and casual city-centre evenings near Storyhouse and Chester Market.
What it's like
This is the original JAX at 100-102 Northgate Street, not the separate JAX on the Square near Chester Market. Both use the name and both run music, so agree the address before meeting.
Live music and straightforward drinks
The offer is straightforward: beer, wine, cocktails and live music in a compact Northgate Street bar. The crowd and volume depend heavily on who is playing.
Worth knowing
JAX is useful for central live music and uncomplicated drinks. The lack of reliable published hours and the near-identical sister venue make checking the current listing and address essential.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
0.2 miles from The Cross.
Hours
No dependable current opening hours are published. Check the venue’s Facebook page or current music listing before travelling.
Food & drink
Cocktails, beer, wine and standard bar drinks. A simple drink and the night's music, rather than overthinking the bar.
Access
Wheelchair-accessible signals exist in third-party listings, but check direct before relying on details.
8.5 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- No dependable current opening hours are published. Check the venue’s Facebook page or current music listing before travelling.
- Address
- 102 Northgate St, Chester CH1 2HT
- Booking
- Not usually for drinks. Check direct for events, private groups or busy music nights.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Access
- Wheelchair-accessible signals exist in third-party listings, but check direct before relying on details.
- Getting there
- 0.2 miles from The Cross.
Nearby plan
Nearby pubs and bars
Nearby food
Nearby attractions
FAQ
Where is JAX Chester?
At 100-102 Northgate Street, close to Storyhouse, Chester Market and Town Hall Square.
Is JAX the same as JAX on the Square?
No. This page is for JAX Bar on Northgate Street. JAX on the Square is a nearby sister venue.
Does JAX have live music?
Yes. Live music and open mic-style nights are a main reason to go.
Does JAX serve food?
Food appears in some listings, but do not rely on it for a meal without checking direct.
Is JAX good before Storyhouse?
Yes for drinks, especially if you want somewhere central and lively. For food, use Chester Market or another nearby venue first.
