Hotels for Weezer

A weeknight-into-weekend show from a band whose catalogue spans crunching power-pop and self-aware, geeky balladry. Expect a crowd that spans generations, from those who grew up on the blue album to teenagers who found it through their parents' record shelves. A 6.30pm start means an early-evening set followed by a proper night out, with time to linger over the singalongs before the last songs land. It's the kind of gig where the singing back is as loud as the band.

Perched on a north London hilltop with sweeping views over the city, 'Ally Pally' is a grand Victorian pleasure palace turned much-loved concert, festival and darts venue. Its surrounding parkland, boating lake and the leafy streets of Muswell Hill and Wood Green give the area a relaxed, village-ish feel.

Alexandra Palace rail station and buses climb toward the entrance, linking to King's Cross in minutes. An overnight base nearby means you can enjoy the hilltop setting without a long downhill journey after dark.