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The Bodega

Nottingham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 23 Pelham Street, NG1 2EG — long-running indie venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

The Bodega — Quick Facts

Nottingham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 23 Pelham Street, NG1 2EG — long-running indie venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~150 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
Photo: GoogleThe Bodega photo
Photo: GoogleThe Bodega photo
Photo: GoogleThe Bodega photo

Where

The Bodega 23 Pelham Street
City Centre
Nottingham NG1 2EG

Genres

Indie Rock Alternative Rock Pop

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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 Bodega

The Bodega is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Nottingham with a standing capacity of approximately 150. 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 Bodega books Indie Rock, Alternative Rock, Pop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Nottingham venue directory.

The Bodega stands out in Nottingham's City Centre as a vibrant hub for emerging talent, offering a welcoming space for both original acts and cover bands. With a capacity of around 150, the venue features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, ensuring a professional experience for performers. Its long-running Tuesday-night free open mic invites local artists to showcase their skills in an engaging atmosphere.

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23 Pelham Street, City Centre, Nottingham, NG1 2EG

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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 Nottingham venues and filter by backline.
The Bodega books Indie Rock, Alternative Rock, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
Sign up free on GigXchange to view The Bodega’s booking contact, fee range, and submission process. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music or EPK. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.
The Bodega has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all Nottingham venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Bodega hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Nottingham Open Mic Finder.
23 Pelham Street, City Centre, Nottingham, NG1 2EG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Nottingham venues nearby.
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