Spotted something wrong with this listing?
Closed, changed capacity, different backline? Let us know and we'll re-verify within 48 hours.
What's on Stage
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Zanzibar
The Zanzibar is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Liverpool with a standing capacity of approximately 300. 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 Zanzibar stands out in Liverpool's City Centre as a vibrant hub for emerging talent, hosting a long-running Tuesday-night open mic. With a standing capacity of around 200, the venue offers a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, making it an accessible stage for both original works and covers. Its commitment to showcasing mixed genres creates a dynamic atmosphere that attracts diverse audiences.
Have you played here?
Was the backline info accurate? One tap, no sign-up required.
Find The Zanzibar
43 Seel Street, City Centre, Liverpool, L1 4AZ
What should you charge for a gig here?
Check live UK rates by role, city and venue size. Based on 3,798 verified rate observations.
Three things people ask about booking The Zanzibar.
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 Liverpool venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Liverpool grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
Sign up free on GigXchange to view The Zanzibar’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 Zanzibar has a standing capacity of approximately 300, classed as a medium venue. See all Liverpool venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Zanzibar hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Liverpool Open Mic Finder.
43 Seel Street, City Centre, Liverpool, L1 4AZ. See the map below for directions. Browse more Liverpool venues nearby.
