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Top Performance Venues in Leeds
There’s no shortage of performance-ready spaces across Leeds and we’re bringing you some of the best ones across the board. Some are housed in old textile warehouses, stripped back for full creative control. Others come prepped with mirrored rehearsal studios, ceiling rigs, or DJ booths — ready for theatre, comedy, dance showcases or music sets. A few even sit inside cultural hubs near Leeds Dock and Quarry Hill, often equipped with gallery-style lighting and flexible staging. Whether you're staging a solo piece or programming a lineup, you'll find options that are purpose-built and atmosphere-rich. Some of the most exceptional Leeds performance venues are lined up for you to choose from. Scroll on to check them out!
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![Studio 3 at Yorkshire Dance in Cultural Quarter, Leeds]()
from £52
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio 3
80 guestsYorkshire DanceCultural Quarter, LeedsIdeal for seminars, lectures and conferences, it can be fully blacked out and is regularly used for dance, theatre and spoken word performances. The space is equipped with a lighting rig and sound system and covers 192 square -
![Studio 1 at Yorkshire Dance in Cultural Quarter, Leeds]()
from £52
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio 1
80 guestsYorkshire DanceCultural Quarter, LeedsYorkshire Dance offers a creative meeting space, training and workshops in four outstanding spaces with exposed brick, natural light and high ceilings. -
![Studio 2 at Yorkshire Dance in Cultural Quarter, Leeds]()
from £42
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio 2
30 guestsYorkshire DanceCultural Quarter, LeedsThe smallest of our three studios, it seats up to 50 people and covers 88 square metres, making it the perfect environment for smaller events. -
![Event Space at Archive in Leeds City Centre]()
from £850
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEvent Space
250 guestsArchiveLeeds City Centre
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TTewdroes
“It’s was an amazing venue, Jay make sure we all liked after during and before the event. We are coming back.” -
![The Hidden Library at The Lost and Found Greek Street in Leeds City Centre]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hidden Library
60 guestsThe Lost and Found Greek StreetLeeds City CentreTTracey B.
“The Hidden Library was a great space to hire. We had the whole space to ourselves with our own bar tender.” -
![Entire Venue at The Backroom in Leeds City Centre]()
from £250
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550 guestsThe BackroomLeeds City CentreLLowri-ashley G.
“I will definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking to hire a space. Thank you again!!” -
![Entire Venue at The Chapter Hall in Cultural Quarter, Leeds]()
from £190
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180 guestsThe Chapter HallCultural Quarter, LeedsWWill S.
“Venue is lovely and Ranie and the in hiuse catering team make the best food. 100% would recommend!” -
![Bar Area & Upstairs Lounge at OHANA Leeds in Leeds City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBar Area & Upstairs Lounge
70 guestsOHANA LeedsLeeds City CentreRReshma P.
“I looked at around 15 venues in Leeds City Centre and this one was by far the best.” -
![Full Venue at Leeds Postal Service in Leeds City Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityFull Venue
75 guestsLeeds Postal ServiceLeeds City CentreIIan B.
“Leeds postal service was an incredible venue for my 30th birthday party.” -
![The Highland Room at The Maven in Leeds City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Highland Room
120 guestsThe MavenLeeds City Centre
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LLaura W.
“The venue was great and perfect for our event. The staff were very helpful and it was a great atmosphere.” -
![Fairground 1 at Cuckoo in Leeds City Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFairground 1
110 guestsCuckooLeeds City Centre
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HHolly F.
“Excellent venue, great location, amazingly decorated room, lots of seating and standing area.” -
![Mariachi Bar at Verve Leeds in Leeds City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMariachi Bar
50 guestsVerve LeedsLeeds City Centre
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CClaire W.
“Really nice staff, from booking through to the night itself. Nothing was too much trouble.”
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Leeds
In Leeds, prices of performance venues average £650 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 Leeds, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From £250 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £45 | to £138 | hire fee per hour |
| From £480 | to £780 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Event Space at Archive in Leeds City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘It’s was an amazing venue, Jay make sure we all liked after during and before the event.’ -
Entire Venue at The Backroom in Leeds City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I will definitely recommend this venue to anyone looking to hire a space.’ -
Entire Venue at The Chapter Hall in Cultural Quarter - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Venue is lovely and Ranie and the in hiuse catering team make the best food.’
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 Leeds, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small performance venues | up to 60 guests | prices average £100 minimum spend per event |
| Medium performance venues | between 100 and 170 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
| Large performance venues | over 250 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
Absolutely. Many venues on Tagvenue, like Yorkshire Dance and Crank Studios, offer hourly hire options. This works well for rehearsals, try-out nights, or short-run events.
Aim to book at least 3 to 6 weeks in advance for most small to mid-size events. If you’re targeting a high-demand venue or planning something during the Leeds Festival season or around Light Night in October, it’s wise to secure your date even earlier.
Yes, several venues come ready with audio-visual equipment, soundproofing, or technician support. The Chapter Hall and First Direct Arena are examples of spaces where the technical elements are already in place, making setup quicker and smoother for event organisers.
