Looking for live music venues in the West End? Step into cozy spaces where smooth jazz flows alongside cocktails. Picture riverside hideaways where soulful acoustic sets flow as freely as the drinks. Head to beloved Chinatown pubs where you can catch indie bands and rock acts lighting up the stage. Love a little dance with your music? Nearby Temple district is home to spaces that host salsa nights where you can groove to live Latin beats. From cabaret to comedy, live entertainment is abundant in this theatrical London district. Check out our curated listings today!
In West End, prices of live music venues average £2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in West End, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £1000 | to £5500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £500 | to £1860 | hire fee per event |
| From £20 | to £70 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Unique Events - The Lounge at Le Bab Covent Garden
in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We decorated the space ourselves, they allowed us to play music and bring cake which was wonderful.’
THE CLUB at Club Central
in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: This is a 550 capacity zone, within the main venue, perfect for club themed/party style events. You can hire this zone exclusively for your event, separate to the other zones within the venue.
Lecture Theatre at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn
in Holborn - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Joanna was really helpful and the event went smoothly. The venue itself is stunning.’
You'll find live music venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in West End, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small live music venues | up to 80 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium live music venues | between 120 and 180 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large live music venues | over 220 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |