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Top Performance Venues in Leicester
This city’s lively creative scene brings energy and versatility to every kind of live event, making it a natural choice for hosting shows and concerts. Performance venues in Leicester put you right in it, with black-box theatres, live music rooms with sound systems, and cabaret-ready basements scattered near Granby Street, the Clock Tower, and beyond. From intimate groups to bigger crowds, there’s a space to match. Scroll down and discover your ideal venue.
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![2Funky Music Cafe at 2Funky Complex in Leicester]()
from £600
minimum spend / per dayCheck availability2Funky Music Cafe
350 guests2Funky ComplexLeicesterThe venue consists of a large indoor area with a stage, bar, balcony area with seating overlooking the stage, and a large south-facing beer garden/smoking area. -
![Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £160
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExclusive Hire
960 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterBBhavneet P.
“Great communications and venue facilities” -
![Night Club at The Basement in Leicester City Centre]()
from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNight Club
150 guestsThe BasementLeicester City CentreThe Basement – Leicester Tucked beneath the city streets, The Basement is an atmospheric, character-filled venue that delivers a truly unique nightlife and event experience. -
![Gee's at University of Leicester Student Union in Leicester]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGee's
250 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterThese rooms are designed to host a variety of occasions, from conferences and meetings to live performances and celebrations. Each space is highly adaptable, ensuring it can be tailored to suit the specific needs of any gathering -
![Room 1 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 1
550 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterThis is a versatile room suitable for hosting a large number of events like wedding receptions, seated awards ceremonies, school proms, birthday parties, Christmas parties, and tabletop game tournaments or whatever plans -
![Room 2 at Lvl1 @DSU in Leicester]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 2
350 guestsLvl1 @DSULeicesterOur room is ideal for both intimate and corporate events. Host birthdays, drinks receptions, company gatherings, and more in a cozy setting that features a dedicated DJ booth, a fully stocked bar, and friendly, attentive -
![Full Venue at The Loft Bar Leicester in Leicester City Centre]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Venue
160 guestsThe Loft Bar LeicesterLeicester City CentreThe full inside venue can fit up to 160 people standing. There's a DJ booth ready and set, a disco ball to party the night away, all with a 3 am alcohol license. -
![SU Square at University of Leicester Student Union in Leicester]()
from £200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySU Square
300 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterSU Square is a dynamic and flexible venue located at the heart of our Student Union building. It serves as an ideal setting for exhibitions, fairs, and conferences. -
![Whole Venue at Athena Events Venue in Leicester City Centre]()
from £3000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
2000 guestsAthena Events VenueLeicester City CentreTrusted by major brands such as O2, Amazon, and Krispy Kreme, Athena has hosted prestigious events like Miss Great Britain and Bowls England. -
![Union Studio at University of Leicester Student Union in Leicester]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnion Studio
70 guestsUniversity of Leicester Student UnionLeicesterIt also features air conditioning, plenty of natural light, and a quiet atmosphere, making it both comfortable and versatile for any occasion.
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Leicester
Booking costs of performance venues average £150 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 Leicester, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £100 | to £160 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.8 mi from central Leicester, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Night Club at The Basement
on 1 Wellington Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Basement isn’t just a venue — it’s an experience. A hidden gem in Leicester that offers character, energy, and flexibility all in one space. -
Exclusive Hire at Lvl1 @DSU
on Mill Lane Campus Centre Building - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Great communications and venue facilities...’ -
Gee's at University of Leicester Student Union
on Percy Gee Building, University of Leicester University Road - 0.8 mi from centre.
Venue said: Gees provides an exceptional space for hosting a variety of events, including networking gatherings, breakout sessions, pop-up sales, fairs, and exhibitions.
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