Merrion Street, city centre · Medium

The Key Club

Q: What genres does The Key Club book?

The Key Club books Alternative, Pop-punk, Rock, Indie, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Q: What is the capacity of The Key Club?

The Key Club has a standing capacity of approximately 300, classed as a medium venue. See all Leeds venues for size comparisons.

450-cap alternative venue and nightclub.

Venue at a glance The Key Club · Leeds

~300

Capacity

standingmedium

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Alternative

Books

originals+4 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 June 2026

The Key Club — Quick Facts

450-cap alternative venue and nightclub.

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Capacity~300 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

The Key Club 66 Merrion Street
Merrion Street, city centre
Leeds LS2 8LW

Genres

Alternative Pop-punk Rock Indie Pop

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About The Key Club

The Key Club is a grassroots music venue in Merrion Street, city centre, Leeds with a standing capacity of approximately 300. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

The Key Club books Alternative, Pop-punk, Rock, Indie, Pop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Leeds venue directory.

The Key Club is Leeds' premier alternative live-music venue and nightclub at 66 Merrion Street in the city centre, with a 300 capacity for live shows. It welcomes local, national and international acts and runs club nights spanning alternative, pop-punk, pop, indie and rock. Live shows are 14+, while club nights are strictly 18+. An established cornerstone of Leeds' alternative scene, it's a key stop for touring and emerging bands alike.

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66 Merrion Street, Merrion Street, city centre, Leeds, LS2 8LW

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What equipment does The Key Club provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Leeds venue directory.

What genres does The Key Club book?

The Key Club books Alternative, Pop-punk, Rock, Indie, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at The Key Club?

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What is the capacity of The Key Club?

The Key Club has a standing capacity of approximately 300, classed as a medium venue. See all Leeds venues for size comparisons.

Does The Key Club have open mic nights?

Open mic information is not currently listed for The Key Club. Browse the Leeds Open Mic Finder for nearby open mics.

Where is The Key Club?

66 Merrion Street, Merrion Street, city centre, Leeds, LS2 8LW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Leeds venues nearby.

What are typical fees at The Key Club?

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