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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]()
from £350
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe 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. -
![Factory Theatre at Tobacco Factory Theatres in Bristol]()
from £1283
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityFactory Theatre
100 guestsTobacco Factory TheatresBristolThe Factory Theatre is our flagship performance space — a striking, flexible auditorium with a capacity of 224. Flexible seating, a full lighting and sound rig, backstage access, and an experienced in-house technical team. -
![Winston Theatre at University of Bristol Students' Union in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWinston 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, -
![Pegg Studio Theatre at University of Bristol Students' Union in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPegg 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. -
![Unity Loft Space at Unity Studios BS2 in City Centre, Bristol]()
from £13
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnity Loft Space
60 guestsUnity Studios BS2City Centre, Bristol
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Upstairs at Unity Studios, you’ll find a beautifully designed, well-lit 100m² studio space that’s perfect for a variety of uses. With its serene atmosphere, it’s an ideal setting for floor-based classes such as yoga, Pilates, -
![Unity Dance Studio at Unity Studios BS2 in City Centre, Bristol]()
from £15
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnity 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. -
![Main Auditorium at O2 Academy Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Auditorium
1600 guestsO2 Academy BristolHarbourside, BristolO2 Academy Bristol has been hosting quality live shows from the brightest new acts and classic performers, and nights from the biggest club brands, since 2001 when it opened with a sell-out performance from Ocean Colour Scene. -
![The Spielman Theatre at Tobacco Factory Theatres in Bristol]()
from £878
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Spielman Theatre
84 guestsTobacco Factory TheatresBristolThe Spielman Theatre is situated on the first floor of the Tobacco Factory Building, where Tobacco Factory Theatres is based. You’ll find further information below and on the other tabs on this page. -
![Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street in Bristol Old City]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLower 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” -
![Cocktail Lounge at The Green Rooms Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
100 guestsThe Green Rooms BristolHarbourside, Bristol
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BBex W.
“Perfect venue for what we needed. The owner was very friendly with good communication.” -
![Whole Venue Hire at Blame Gloria Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
400 guestsBlame Gloria BristolBristol Old CityJJarred S.
“Lovely venue and great staff too! Will definitely be booking again next year!” -
![Main Event Room at Strange Brew in Bristol Old City]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Event Room
330 guestsStrange BrewBristol Old CityHHolly D.
“So much was included in the price we payed and I couldn’t be happier with choosing this venue.”
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Bristol
In Bristol, prices of performance venues average £48 hire fee per hour. 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 Bristol, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £20 | to £85 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £878 | to £1440 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Winston Theatre at University of Bristol Students' Union in Clifton - rated 5/5
Venue said: Whether you would like to host a conference, live performance or meeting, we have the space for you. The Richmond Building is the home of Bristol SU and our spaces. -
Whole Venue Hire at Blame Gloria Bristol in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Will definitely be booking again next year!’ -
Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street in Bristol Old City - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘A perfect venue for our engagement party, thank you!!’
You'll find performance 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 Bristol, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small performance venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £20 hire fee per hour |
| Medium performance venues | between 100 and 210 guests | prices average £1210 hire fee per day |
| Large performance venues | over 330 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
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.
