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Top Small Gig Venues in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's lively music scene thrives on electrifying performances in intimate spaces. Here at Tagvenue, we have gathered only the city's best small gig venues for hire. Whether you're a budding band seeking underground club venues with an edgy vibe near the University of Edinburgh or an established artist looking for a venue with state-of-the-art sound equipment in New Town, you can find options to suit your style and budget. Book your next unforgettable performance in Edinburgh 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, EdinburghRSE Venue – Edinburgh’s Historic Event Space Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s City Centre, within the home of the prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh, our venue offers convenience, flexibility, and a truly memorable -
![The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Other Room
67 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghAAileen L.
“I would definitely recommend Dragonfly as a location for a small private function.” -
![The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £180
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Speakeasy
80 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghDDana H.
“The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.” -
![LIVE Room at The Three Sisters in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLIVE Room
200 guestsThe Three SistersOld Town, EdinburghCCharlie R.
“Had a great experience from start to finish through booking with Emma-Rose.” -
![Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDevil's Cut
150 guestsAngel's Share HotelNew Town, EdinburghPPaul R.
“Venue was great, exactly what we were looking for.” -
![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 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!” -
![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
#Supervenue
JJudith C.
“Would definitely recommend using this room for similar events.” -
![Whole Space at Little Picardy in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Space
120 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, EdinburghAAlex K.
“Everyone had a great time and i would definitely consider booking it again for the next big party!” -
![The Ballroom at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
170 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghAAoife
“Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!” -
![Boudoir at Brewhemia in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBoudoir
80 guestsBrewhemiaOld Town, EdinburghLLawrie G.
“Everyone had the best night ever and massive amounts of 10/10’s for the venue! Couldn’t ask for more.” -
![Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
187 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghLLee B.
“We recently hosted a corporate cocktail reception at this venue and secured the entire space for the event.”
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FAQs about Top Small Gig Venues in Edinburgh
Booking costs of small gig 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 December 2025:
| From £250 | to £1190 | hire fee per day |
| From £250 | to £350 | hire fee per event |
| From £600 | to £1200 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic cosy venue, helpful and accommodating staff, worth the money for the deposit and hire of the venue.’ -
The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!’ -
Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Barman was fantastic. Venue was superb.’
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Fantastic cosy venue, helpful and accommodating staff, worth the money for the deposit and hire of the venue.’ -
Whole Venue at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
on 20 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Located in the heart of the city center, the Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is the ideal place for your private or corporate events. Our professional and experienced staff is on hand to make your next event memorable and provide... -
The Gallery at Le Monde Hotel
on 16 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Friendly bar staff and lovely private area to host my 30th.’
Many small gig venues in Edinburgh do have age restrictions, typically due to licensing laws and the nature of the events. However, depending on the time of the event and whether alcohol is being served, the restrictions may vary. We recommend checking with the specific venue beforehand to confirm their policy.
Many small gig venues in Edinburgh do offer sound engineers or technical support to ensure a high-quality audio experience during performances. For instance, venues in Old Town offers setup assistance for performances, so you can focus on your music without worrying about technical issues.
Yes, many small gig venues in Edinburgh come equipped with a dedicated stage for performances. Venues in Old Town provides dedicated stages, creating a professional setup for live music events and other performances.
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