The Haçienda

The Haçienda was a famous nightclub and music venue in Manchester, England, opened in 1982 by the record label Factory Records. It became iconic for its role in the rise of acid house, rave culture, and the Manchester music scene during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Known for its innovative programming and influential DJs, The Haçienda helped shape electronic dance music and alternative culture. Despite financial struggles and eventual closure in 1997, it remains a symbol of the creative and social vibrancy of that era.