Hanoi's cornerstone club Savage faces government-forced closure
"We would love to reopen a third time in a new location, but finding the right space in Tây Hồ is becoming difficult," says co-founder Ouissam
After nearly five years at its current Dang Thai Mai location—and eight years as a defining force in Vietnam’s underground scene—Hanoi-based club Savage has been ordered to shut down as part of a government-led urban development project.
While an exact closure date remains uncertain, officials have mandated that operations cease by July at the latest, with the possibility of an even earlier shutdown.
The closure is due to the construction of a large-scale modern opera house and cultural park in the Quang An Peninsula, where Savage currently stands.
Spanning 44,1 hectares, the project aims to transform the area into a contemporary cultural and green hub for the city.
The club's co-founder, Ouissam, shares with Mixmag Asia: "We are supposed to leave the house in July, but nothing is really clear yet; the landlord is trying to extend the closure date. We would love to reopen a third time in a new location, but finding the right space in Tây Hồ is becoming difficult. Right now, nothing is confirmed yet, but yes, we want to keep the space alive for our team and the community around."
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The news comes just months after Savage’s eight-year anniversary celebration, and constant noteworthy projects and bookings.
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The club recently hosted an Organik Festival takeover and a set by Fantastic Man, along with a slew of local talents, and is set to welcome a Bangkok Community Radio takeover next week.
Savage has been a longstanding hub for underground music enthusiasts and a creative focal point in the region. Its closure marks a significant moment for Hanoi’s nightlife.
The news comes just a week after Saigon club Arcan shut its doors.
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Henry Cooper is a Writer at Mixmag Asia. Follow him on Instagram.
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