Le Rex de Toulouse

Le Rex de Toulouse is a concert venue and club at 15 Avenue Honoré Serres, in the Compans-Caffarelli area of Toulouse, in the Occitanie region of southern France. The venue has a capacity of about 500 and hosts gigs across indie, rock, hip-hop and electronic music, with club nights at weekends that extend the programme past the end of the concerts. The crowd depends on the event: gig nights draw fans of the artist, typically adults from their late teens to forties, while club nights bring a younger dancing crowd. There is no formal dress code, and casual clothing is common, with the door applying its usual discretion regarding intoxication. The atmosphere on concert nights is focused on the stage, with standing room in front and a bar at the back, and the mood shifts after the show when the space turns to DJ-led dancing. Music varies by date, so visitors should consult the programme to see whether a given night offers a live act or a club session. The drinks programme is that of a concert venue, with beer, spirits and mixers, and simple cocktails at venue prices that are moderate compared with those of a late-night club. Opening hours depend on the event, with doors opening before a concert and club nights running late on Fridays and Saturdays. Cover charge is ticketed for concerts, with prices varying by act, while club nights may carry a separate entry price or be included in a ticket; buying in advance is advisable for popular acts that can sell out at this capacity. Reservations are not relevant for standing gigs, and table or bottle service is not a standard feature. The location in Compans-Caffarelli lies north of the city centre, near the Compans-Caffarelli metro and tram connections, which makes access straightforward by public transport, though a taxi or ride-hailing option is useful after the last metro. Visitors should check the current programme before planning an evening here.