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Top Performance Venues in Bristol
TikTok star in the making? Bristol’s ready for your close-up. If you’re hunting for performance venues in Bristol, we’ve got the perfect space for your next viral moment — no filter needed. Discover our pub backrooms and secret gigs in Stokes Croft to big-name shows at the O2 Academy. This city is the birthplace of Massive Attack and Portishead, and still buzzing with new talent, banging beats, and underground vibes. Go solo or bring the whole crew, we've got spots for every sound — small, loud, epic, or experimental. Browse our hottest performance venues right here, right now.
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![The Theatre Space at The Bristol Improv Theatre in Clifton, Bristol]()
The Theatre Space
100 guestsThe Bristol Improv TheatreClifton, BristolThe Theatre Space at The Bristol Improv Theatre is a versatile black box venue ideal for performances, rehearsals, workshops, film screenings, and live music.from £350
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Winston Theatre
209 guestsUniversity of Bristol Students' UnionClifton, BristolNamed after former University of Bristol Chancellor Winston Churchill, the theatre is one of our finest performance spaces. A traditional proscenium arch theatre with dressing rooms, flexible orchestra pit and apron stage,from £1200
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Pegg Studio Theatre
100 guestsUniversity of Bristol Students' UnionClifton, BristolThe Pegg Theatre is a highly adaptable black box theatre space named after Simon Pegg, one of our alumni. It can host a wide variety of performances, from traditional setups to theatre in the round.from £600
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Unity Dance Studio
60 guestsUnity Studios BS2City Centre, Bristol
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Located in the heart of Bristol, Unity Dance Studio is a versatile and professional space perfect for dance classes, fitness sessions, and creative rehearsals.from £15
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![Unity Loft Space at Unity Studios BS2 in City Centre, Bristol]()
Unity Loft Space
60 guestsUnity Studios BS2City Centre, Bristol
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Upstairs at Unity Studios, youll find a beautifully designed, well-lit 100m² studio space thats perfect for a variety of uses. With its serene atmosphere, its an ideal setting for floor-based classes such as yoga, Pilates,from £13
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![Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street in Bristol Old City]()
Lower Ground Bar
100 guestsThe Cocktail Club Bristol Corn StreetBristol Old City
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VVicki H.
“Good space for my celebration Tucked away so it was private Good sound system”from £500
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The Light Room
350 guestsClock FactoryBroadmead, BristolThe Light Room at the Clock Factory is a versatile venue designed to showcase performances and events with a focus on high-quality staging. Its well-equipped stage and thoughtfully arranged layout ensure excellent visibilityfrom £750
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![Whole Venue Hire at Blame Gloria Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
Whole Venue Hire
400 guestsBlame Gloria BristolBristol Old CityAAlison R.
“And the venue was spot on, we would defiantly look to having it here again!”from £1000
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Lounge Bar
100 guestsCircuit BristolHarbourside, Bristol
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MMel W.
“Brilliant venue for a private party- the communication beforehand was amazing!”from £2000
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Anson Rooms
900 guestsUniversity of Bristol Students' UnionClifton, BristolBenefiting from copious natural light, the Anson Rooms is flexible, accommodating various layouts and lighting styles, including stage spotlights for performances and brand colours.from £1400
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![Whole Venue at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
Whole Venue
450 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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MMichael D.
“In the main the communication was good throughout, and it was easy to book the venue.”from £3000
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Goldie's Pub
50 guestsGoldbrick HouseCity Centre, BristolEEvi K.
“Great please with amazing location Very well presented”from £10
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If you’re hosting a private performance or rehearsal, The Engine Room in Brislington, seating up to 60, is a well-priced option at just £15–£25 per hour. Future Leap Clifton and Box 7 Studio cater well to audiences under 50, offering private and adaptable environments.
Ashton Gate Stadium is the city’s biggest option, with a capacity of 1,000 seated or standing. Other strong choices include Nine Tree Studios (500 seated), Circuit Bristol (500 standing), and Wake The Tiger, which accommodates up to 500. These venues offer full-scale infrastructure for sound, lighting and crowd management, making them suitable for concerts, festivals or live shows.
Top performance venues include Strange Brew in the Old City, which offers great technical capacity and flexibility for live music and art performances. St Nicholas Church is a strong pick for shows needing historical atmosphere and excellent acoustics. For larger and more polished productions, The Old Market Assembly and The Lost & Found Bristol offer spacious rooms with professional amenities and great setups.
Smaller spaces start from £13 to £20 per hour, ideal for rehearsals or small-scale performances. Mid-sized venues range from £75 to £350 per session. For larger events, prices go from £1,200 per day to £3,000+ per session at high-capacity venues. (All data from Tagvenue.)
