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The Garage

Highbury & Islington, 600-cap rock venue.

The Garage — Quick Facts

Highbury & Islington, 600-cap rock venue.

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The Details

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Capacity~600 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
Photo: GoogleThe Garage photo
Photo: GoogleThe Garage photo
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Where

The Garage 20-22 Highbury Cor
Highbury
London N5 1RD

Genres

Alternative Rock

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Garage

The Garage is a grassroots music venue in Highbury, London with a standing capacity of approximately 600. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

The Garage books Alternative Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the London venue directory.

The Garage in London’s Highbury & Islington serves as a vibrant hub for alternative rock, accommodating up to 600 standing attendees. This distinctive venue allows artists to bring their own PA systems, fostering a creative atmosphere for both original compositions and cover performances. With its grassroots ethos, The Garage supports emerging talent and established acts alike.

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20-22 Highbury Cor, Highbury, London, N5 1RD

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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the London venue directory.
The Garage books Alternative Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Garage has a standing capacity of approximately 600, classed as a large venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.
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20-22 Highbury Cor, Highbury, London, N5 1RD. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.
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