Birmingham Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Birmingham

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Birmingham?

GigXchange lists 57 grassroots music venues in Birmingham, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Q: Which Birmingham venues provide full backline?

3 of 57 Birmingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 22 provide at least a PA system. 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

57 grassroots music venues across Birmingham. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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57 Venues in Birmingham

57 Venues 22 With PA 3 Full Backline 6 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Birmingham has 57 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 22 provide a PA system, 3 offer full backline, and 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Birmingham

22 provide a PA system · 3 offer full backline
6 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Birmingham Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 57 grassroots venues across Birmingham. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Birmingham

39%

PA Provided

22 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

3 venues offer full backline

11%

In-House Engineer

6 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

25%

Medium

53%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

61%

PA Only

33%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Birmingham? GigXchange lists 57 grassroots music venues across Birmingham. 39% provide a PA system and 5% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Birmingham venues provide equipment? 6 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Birmingham venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Birmingham venue directory, updated daily.

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Old Joint Stock

Birmingham › City CentreBe first to review

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City Centre's friday-night £1.00 open mic at **Old Joint Stock** — PA + vocal mic, in-house sound engineer, 10-minut

Birmingham › DigbethBe first to review

200-capacity underground gig and club room beneath The Rainbow, Digbeth

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Rock N Roll Brewhouse

Birmingham › Jewellery QuarterBe first to review

Punk rock brewery and live venue.

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120

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Shirley British Legion

Solihull › ShirleyBe first to review

Legion with country and tribute nights.

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250

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Stoke Prior Sports And Country Club

Bromsgrove › Stoke PriorBe first to review

Country club with rock and live entertainment.

Birmingham › Digbeth, Bordesley StreetBe first to review

DIY venue with drum & bass and live events.

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The Alexandra

Birmingham › Birmingham city centreBe first to review

Birmingham's grand touring theatre.

Birmingham › AlvechurchBe first to review

Birmingham inn with live entertainment.

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The Billesley Rock Club

Birmingham › King's HeathBe first to review

Kings Heath rock club and pub.

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The Blue Piano

Birmingham › EdgbastonBe first to review

South-East Asian restaurant and live-music venue in Edgbaston

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The Boldmere Tap

Sutton Coldfield › The Royal Town of Sutton ColdfieldBe first to review

Boldmere's wednesday-night free open mic at **The Boldmere Tap** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-m

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250

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The Bradshaw Hall Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

Birmingham › NechellsBe first to review

440-seat concert hall at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

Birmingham › DunfermlineBe first to review

Live music and entertainment venue in Dunfermline

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400

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The Castle And Falcon

Birmingham › 402 Moseley RdBe first to review

Independent 400-capacity live music venue on Moseley Road

Birmingham › DigbethBe first to review

Digbeth live venue with music courses.

Birmingham › MoseleyBe first to review

Moseley craft-beer pub with a 200-cap upstairs venue for live bands, comedy and club nights.

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The Diskery

Birmingham › City CentreBe first to review

Birmingham's oldest record shop (est. 1952), hosting in-store live gigs and Record Store Day sessions

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The Glee Club

Birmingham › The ArcadianBe first to review

Birmingham comedy, music and events club.

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605

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The Jam House Birmingham

Birmingham › Jewellery QuarterBe first to review

Rock, pop, jazz, funk and R&B dining venue.

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The Lord Clifton

Birmingham › Jewellery QuarterBe first to review

Hockley pub with live music and menus.

Birmingham › DeritendBe first to review

Birmingham's dedicated club and live venue.

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The Old Moseley Arms

Birmingham › Balsall HeathBe first to review

Real ales and banging Indian food with music.

Sutton Coldfield › The Parade, BirminghamBe first to review

Live music and entertainment venue.

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The Station

Birmingham › Kings HeathBe first to review

Kings Norton pub and grill.

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Birmingham Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Birmingham?

GigXchange lists 57 grassroots music venues in Birmingham, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Which Birmingham venues provide full backline?

3 of 57 Birmingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 22 provide at least a PA system. 6 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Birmingham's grassroots venues?

Of the 36 Birmingham venues with known capacity: 9 are small (under 150), 19 are medium (150–499), and 8 are large (500+). The majority of Birmingham’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Birmingham venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Birmingham venue. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music, EPK, or social profiles. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.

Are there open mics in Birmingham?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Birmingham, which lists weekly open mic nights with backline, day, and fee filters. Open mics are the main pathway from bedroom to stage for most grassroots artists. See also our guide on getting gigs in the UK.

What genres do Birmingham venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Birmingham’s 57 grassroots venues are rock, Rock, Tribute Act, Pop, jazz. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Birmingham venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Birmingham by band size and venue type. Door splits are common at smaller venues; flat fees are more typical at mid-size rooms. The Musicians’ Union publishes recommended minimums.

Can I list my Birmingham venue for free?

Yes. Submissions are free, take 2 minutes, and are verified within 48 hours. Once approved, claim your listing to self-edit your profile and manage bookings. Venues with a PRS licence can also list their music policy.

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