Liverpool Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Liverpool

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Liverpool, 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 Liverpool venues provide full backline?

2 of 84 Liverpool venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

84 grassroots music venues across Liverpool. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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84 Venues in Liverpool

84 Venues 34 With PA 2 Full Backline 8 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Liverpool has 84 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 34 provide a PA system, 2 offer full backline, and 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Liverpool

34 provide a PA system · 2 offer full backline
8 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Liverpool Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 84 grassroots venues across Liverpool. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Liverpool

40%

PA Provided

34 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

2 venues offer full backline

10%

In-House Engineer

8 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

24%

Medium

53%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

60%

PA Only

38%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool? GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues across Liverpool. 40% provide a PA system and 2% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Liverpool venues provide equipment? 8 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Liverpool venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Liverpool venue directory, updated daily.

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Heebies Tunnel

Liverpool › Liverpool city centreBe first to review

Liverpool venue with tribute and club nights.

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Hobo Kiosk

Liverpool › Baltic TriangleBe first to review

Strangest little pub in Liverpool, punk and acoustic.

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Hot Water Comedy Club

Liverpool › 15-17 Blackstock StBe first to review

Liverpool's biggest comedy club at Blackstock Market — with daily live music before and after shows.

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1,500

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Invisible Wind Factory

Liverpool › North DocksBe first to review

North docks industrial arts space.

Liverpool › Baltic TriangleBe first to review

Record store and Baltic Triangle live venue.

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Kazimier Garden

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Liverpool's legendary outdoor garden venue.

Liverpool › RopewalksBe first to review

A 100-capacity grassroots room off Kazimier Garden for left-field live music.

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Le Viet Social

Liverpool › Parliament SquareBe first to review

Vietnamese restaurant with acoustic nights.

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City-wide live music venues.

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LIVERPOOL CONTENT STANHOPE ST, LIVERPOOL L8 5RE

Liverpool › Cains Brewery VillageBe first to review

Content venue for live music and Bongo's Bingo.

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Liverpool Arts Bar

LiverpoolBe first to review

Hope Street grassroots arts bar.

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2,300

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LIVERPOOL GUILD OF STUDENTS MOUNTFORD HALL

Liverpool › Mount PleasantBe first to review

University Mountford Hall for pop and DJ.

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250

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Liverpool Irish Centre

Liverpool › EvertonBe first to review

59-year-old beacon of Irish culture.

Liverpool › BroadgreenBe first to review

Naval club with soul and Motown functions.

LiverpoolBe first to review

Indie and folk live music venue.

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Ma Boyles Alehouse And Eatery

Liverpool › City CentreBe first to review

Georgian alehouse with jazz and world music.

Liverpool › Ten StreetsBe first to review

Independent 300-cap club and outdoor garden venue in Liverpool's Ten Streets

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Metrocola

Liverpool › City CentreBe first to review

Smithdown's tuesday-night free open mic at **Metrocola** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-minute sl

Liverpool › Stanley Street, LiverpoolBe first to review

Cocktail bar with bottomless afternoons.

OrmskirkBe first to review

Heart of Ormskirk since 1899.

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Outpost Liverpool

Liverpool › Renshaw StreetBe first to review

Liverpool rock and grunge venue.

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Patrick's Bar

BangorBe first to review

Lively Irish bar with a weekly Bangor open mic

Liverpool › Seel StreetBe first to review

PA Engineer

indie and live music venue in Liverpool

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Pier Head

Liverpool › Pier Head / WaterfrontBe first to review

Liverpool's open-air waterfront concert site on the Mersey

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Liverpool Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Liverpool, 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 Liverpool venues provide full backline?

2 of 84 Liverpool venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Liverpool's grassroots venues?

Of the 49 Liverpool venues with known capacity: 12 are small (under 150), 26 are medium (150–499), and 11 are large (500+). The majority of Liverpool’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Liverpool venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Liverpool 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 Liverpool?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Liverpool, 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 Liverpool venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Liverpool’s 84 grassroots venues are indie, rock, Rock, Pop, electronic. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Liverpool venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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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