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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 Hairy Dog
The Hairy Dog is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Derby with a standing capacity of approximately 200. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer — so you can travel light.
The Hairy Dog serves as a vibrant hub for emerging talent in Derby’s City Centre, hosting a diverse range of genres from original acts to cover bands. With a standing capacity of around 200, the venue features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, ensuring quality support for every performance. Its popular Wednesday-night open mic invites local musicians to showcase their skills in a welcoming environment.
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Find The Hairy Dog
257 Becket Street, City Centre, Derby, DE1 1HT
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Common Questions
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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. In-house sound engineer included. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse Derby venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Derby grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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The Hairy Dog has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Derby venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Hairy Dog hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Derby Open Mic Finder.
257 Becket Street, City Centre, Derby, DE1 1HT. See the map below for directions. Browse more Derby venues nearby.
