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Top Small Music 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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![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, EdinburghKKirsty A.
“Food and bar staff were excellent Bar staff were very helpful and attentive Good size venue for smaller crowd” -
![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, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
DDana H.
“The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.” -
![Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOllie's
110 guestsOllie's Private Event SpaceNew Town, EdinburghLLouise M.
“Fabulous venue in an excellent location.well stocked bar. Loved the intimate nature of it.” -
![Whole Space at Little Picardy in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Space
90 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
EElliott C.
“We would definitely hire this venue again if we were looking to host a small event.” -
![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.” -
![Raised Area at Chanter Edinburgh in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRaised Area
50 guestsChanter EdinburghOld Town, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
HHelen M.
“Great booking process, perfect semi-private area with plenty of tables and space.” -
![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
NNikoleta G.
“Lovely venue, perfect for small gatherings. Friendly and helpful staff. Great communication” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![Conservatory at Tanners in Edinburgh]()
from £30
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityConservatory
100 guestsTannersEdinburghThe Conservatory is a private dining space at Tanners defined by a curved bay of windows that creates a self-contained room. Design: The room is furnished with upholstered high-backed dining chairs and plain rectangular tables
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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!”
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FAQs about Top Small Music Venues in Edinburgh
Booking costs of small gig venues average £350 hire fee 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £210 | and £825 | hire fee per event |
| Typically between £500 | and £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £200 | and £400 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), 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 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!’ -
Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was great, exactly what we were looking for.’
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Whole Venue at Elio's
on 38A George Street Elio's - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The space has successfully hosted a wide range of occasions, including birthday celebrations, private parties and corporate functions, making it a flexible choice for many event types. -
Geddes Room at Riddle's Court
on 322 Lawnmarket - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Lovely place to have my wedding...’ -
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.’
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The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar, from £150 hire fee per day (up to 67 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Fantastic cosy venue, helpful and accommodating staff, worth the money for the deposit and hire of the venue.’ -
LIVE Room at The Three Sisters, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 200 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Awesome venue, did karaoke and were able to play our own music.’ -
The Gallery at Le Monde Hotel, from £100 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests standing)
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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Page last updated in November 2026
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