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Top Performance Venues in Edinburgh
Edinburgh knows how to put on a show and so do its performance venues. You’ll find anything and everything from rooms built into former vaults, a performance bar that serves whisky with side-stage lighting, and an art space that transforms between exhibitions and live gigs without missing a beat. Some spaces are right in the heart of the Old Town, behind stone facades that hide fully kitted-out AV setups. For larger crowds, there’s a converted printing hall with towering ceilings and full-day hire options. No matter your act—solo mic night, multimedia panel, or full-blown band—there’s a spot in this city that’s already rehearsed for it. Edinburgh’s performance spaces are waiting. Browse now!
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![Wolfson Lecture Theatre at The Royal Society of Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £1465
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWolfson Lecture Theatre
144 guestsThe Royal Society of EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghAs the largest and most versatile space at RSE Venue, the Wolfson Lecture Theatre has been the stage for countless inspiring lectures, performances, and conferences in the heart of Edinburgh. -
![Salle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard at Institut francais d'Ecosse in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £140
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySalle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard
100 guestsInstitut francais d'EcosseOld Town, Edinburgh
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LLucy B.
“Very friendly and helpful with a complicated booking. Would be my first place to try for anything in future.” -
![IMAGINEX at YOTEL Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £750
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityIMAGINEX
200 guestsYOTEL EdinburghNew Town, Edinburgh
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JJoyce M.
“The event room is a perfect space and the 360 screens around the ceiling are a real highlight.” -
![The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £180
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Speakeasy
80 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghAAoife
“Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!” -
![Versatile Space at Slow Progress Records and Coffee in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityVersatile Space
40 guestsSlow Progress Records and CoffeeOld Town, Edinburgh
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JJudith C.
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![The Underground Bar at Royal Scots Club in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £350
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Underground Bar
40 guestsRoyal Scots ClubNew Town, EdinburghRRebecca S.
“Would highly recommend for people looking for a private booking!” -
![Beer Palace at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Palace
800 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghKKerry-ann M.
“Had all the suitable AV, was funky and quirky, additional space for breakout areas. Staff great to work with.” -
![The Ballroom at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
170 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghDDana H.
“The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.” -
![Cinema at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCinema
48 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghGGraham
“Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space. Space hire great value.” -
![Galerie Jacques Tati at Institut francais d'Ecosse in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £90
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGalerie Jacques Tati
50 guestsInstitut francais d'EcosseOld Town, Edinburgh
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MMadisen P.
“Really helpful and responsive - absolutely would recommend the venue and arnaud!” -
![LIVE Room at The Three Sisters in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLIVE Room
200 guestsThe Three SistersOld Town, EdinburghDesigned with a cabaret, theatre and standing setup, this dynamic space is equipped with a full stage, professional sound and lighting, and a private bar to keep the energy flowing. -
![Private Room at The Maybury Casino in Edinburgh]()
from £250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPrivate Room
90 guestsThe Maybury CasinoEdinburghThis private room is completely versatile. The room can be set up in classroom style, theatre style and with round table for a party. We have a small stage that can be used and ability for live music, the room also its own
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Edinburgh
In Edinburgh, prices of performance venues average £516 hire fee per day. 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £348 | to £1190 | hire fee per day |
| From £200 | to £650 | hire fee per event |
| From £30 | to £90 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Salle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard at Institut francais d'Ecosse in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Very friendly and helpful with a complicated booking.’ -
IMAGINEX at YOTEL Edinburgh in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect venue for a function...’ -
The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The bar staff were so great and we all had a lovely evening at our engagement party.’
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 Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small performance venues | up to 50 guests | prices average £350 hire fee per day |
| Medium performance venues | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £297 hire fee per event |
| Large performance venues | over 145 guests | prices average £750 hire fee per event |
For all-day or full-evening events, Edinburgh Corn Exchange has the space and infrastructure to handle complex setups, with plenty of room for up to 3,000 people, gear, and crew.
Little Plaza in Leith is perfect for micro-performances, readings, or acoustic sets, and has a flexible format that works well for rehearsals or recordings.
In the Old Town, Slow Progress Records & Coffee offers an ultra-casual setup where artists can connect with their audience up close. It is ideal for open mics or stripped-back gigs.
If you’re planning something during Fringe season (July–August), book at least 3–4 months in advance—venues fill up fast across the city. For the rest of the year, 4–6 weeks is usually enough. Popular venues should be locked in as early as possible—these book up for weddings, festivals, and corporate events well in advance.
