Fun and entertainment Cherbourg-En-Cotentin

You didn't dare to sing in karaoke for fear of performing in public? That excuse is now over! Because Raccoon Karaoke, which opened its doors here a few months ago, is a new kind of karaoke, whose concept has proven itself in many cities! Here, you reserve a room that you and your friends will enter, and you'll be isolated from other aspiring singers so you can sing without worrying about the rest! The place also offers drinks: ideal for a convivial evening.

Experts or neophytes, a visit to a racecourse is always an experience to be lived. At the Hippodrome de la Glacerie, which mainly hosts trotting races, it is a high-quality facility that you are invited to discover. In addition to the 1,200-metre long and 26-metre wide sand track, the racecourse also has an indoor track with a bar-restaurant from which the track is open to you: a unique experience.

It's a vast and beautiful hall located on the heights of the town. The town's many associations regularly use this unrivalled venue for their events. For many young people in the region, the Agora is also a meeting place for urban and musical cultures. Thanks to the many modular spaces that make it a concert hall with excellent acoustics, the Agora regularly plays host to French and international stars, whether musical, traditional or humorous.

This Cherbourg nightlife institution is one of the city's must-sees, tucked away in a little alleyway near the outer harbor. The venue prides itself on offering frequent events, such as blind tests, open mic sessions and evenings dedicated to improvisational theater. Many people also come here for the many concerts, most of which are rock concerts. The venue, which is vast and can be partly privatized, continues to be popular and successful. You can't miss this venue on your festive tour of the city.

60 minutes, and no more: that's the time you'll be given to solve the riddles facing you, allowing you to exit the space in question. Escape Yourself, one of the leading French companies in this field, offers you no less than 5 scenarios in Cherbourg to experience moments of stress, reflection and solidarity. From 2 to 6 players, you can choose your sequence according to difficulty level: Urban Quest, Lost in Space, Harlequin, Through the Looking Glass or The Jade Dragon. Excellent!

If bars in station areas aren't always to be recommended, here's one that makes a difference! Skøll, which opened its doors a few months ago, is a lively little spot. At the helm is Levent, who fell under the city's spell and, when the opportunity arose, didn't hesitate for a moment to take over an old establishment and carry out extensive renovations, now offering games, themed evenings, and a great brasserie service with good value for money.

Games Park: it's all in the name! In addition to the laser game activities that the place has been developing for many years now, the park has acquired a bowling alley, making it the second one in the city. Intended for everyone, and especially for the youngest, this new space aims to be playful above all. Not approved for hosting competitions, it allows more time for the public! Another feature of the park is the theme evenings and the option to organise private events.

The successor to 5bis, Le Bohème is set to make its mark on Cherbourg evenings. Le Bohème was inaugurated with great fanfare at the beginning of April, giving us reason to believe that the place should indeed quickly find a young, festive and good-natured clientele. In this magnificent, totally redecorated place, with its mismatched furniture creating a unique atmosphere, you come here to have a drink, listen to good music, enjoy an atmosphere that often promises to be festive - in short, to have fun. We quickly recommend that you head for Rue Christine.

As work on the Place du Général de Gaulle (known here as the Place du Théâtre) draws to a close, as the Petit Futé team completes this guide, a new café has been added to the range. And not just any café! After 17 years under the well-known name of Scapin, the place has become Café Belleplace! Under the leadership of two friends, who took the opportunity to paint the pretty shopfront blue, the place remains a must for a drink and, in fine weather, to enjoy the beautiful terrace!

Easy to find, the Playground has taken over from the venerable Solier, an institution of Cherbourg nightlife for decades. With a new look and new offerings, the place has changed, but retains the friendly spirit that has long characterised it. Customers can enjoy delicious platters with a drink at the end of the day, the cocktails are good and fresh, and on match nights, the place comes alive to the rhythm of sports broadcasts. A successful gamble, then, for a place we've been missing for a long time!

A bar by day, the place was taken over a few months ago by a dynamic couple who have kept the fundamentals while adding their own touch. Come here for a drink or one of the marvellous pastries served during the day, or enjoy a slice of pizza (presented in a colourful display case), which you can take away. All day long, from Tuesday to Saturday, the place never gets empty, and the terrace is very popular in summer on this busy street in downtown Cherbourg.

Right in the centre of town, in a small recess of this pedestrian district, you'll find a lively and busy place, especially at weekends. Rade à Binch offers a wide range of beers and local spirits. People come here with friends to have an excellent time, in one of the warmest atmospheres in town - and not just on sports nights! The welcome is top-notch, and small nibbles at aperitif time are very welcome!

The atmosphere is guaranteed in this well-known Cherbourg discotheque. In addition to the numerous thematic evenings, the playlist is rather generalist, with dance, house, and electro tendencies. In short, there is something for all tastes. The place has many seats, particularly at the bottom of the club. Special mention to the outside terrace, a new offer in the heart of downtown, which allows those who are hot, for whatever reason, to find a little coolness! Attention partygoers: keep it quiet when you arrive or leave!