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# Live music in Nottingham

 

 

 

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 Music is always better live. Nottingham boasts a variety of live music venues featuring up-and coming-artists and established names. Live music can also be found in bars and restaurants around the city.

 **Posted:** Jun 2025

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## Rock City

Putting Nottingham on the map since 1980, Rock City is a legendary venue in the UK, hosting the best live acts and unbeatable club nights.

*8 Talbot St, Nottingham NG1 5GG*

## The Albert Hall

Conference and concert venue situated close to the centre of the city, with some spectacular turn-of-the-century architecture.

*Derby Rd, Nottingham NG1 5AA*

## The Malt Cross

A Grade II listed Victorian music hall with a bar, [restaurant](/news/restaurants-in-nottingham-city-centre/), and offering regular live events as well as tours in the caves.

*16 St James's St, Nottingham NG1 6FG*

## Peggy's Skylight

Live jazz bar and cafe with a Middle Eastern dining experience inspired by Duke Ellington's trip from New York to Damascus.

*3 George St, Nottingham NG1 3BH*

## The Bodega

Venue for gigs by rising musicians, a nightclub with themed music nights, and a bar with a beer garden. They've also secured the Best Live Music Venue as part of the [Nottingham Best Bar None Awards 2024](/news/best-bar-none/)!

*23 Pelham St, Nottingham NG1 2ED*

## Metronome

A 400-capacity live performance venue for music gigs, poetry, comedy, and film.

*Marco Island, Huntingdon St, Nottingham NG1 1AP*

## Raglan Road Irish Bar

Modern Irish Bar in the city of Nottingham showing major sports! Massive rugby, football and GAA games, live music and DJ, open mic nights and trad Irish sessions four nights a week. Food served all day, friendly staff, and rave reviews.

*69-73 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG1 5BA*

## Revolución de Cuba

Get a taste of Cuba in Nottingham and enjoy dining, drinking, and live music all housed in a beautiful listed building in the heart of Nottingham.

*26-28 Market St, Nottingham NG1 6HW*

## Foremans Bar

Punk as – and also Nottingham's smallest live venue and best music bar.

*13-15 Forman St, Nottingham NG1 4AA*

## Rescue Rooms

450-capacity live music venue and nightclub, featuring the best new bands, inspired designs, bar, and two secluded smoking terraces.

*Masonic Pl, Goldsmith St, Nottingham NG1 5LB*

## Tap & Tumbler

The Tap & Tumbler is a traditional pub and a home of Rock 'n' Roll and Alternative Rock with regular live music. It serves quality Real Ale and a wide range of whiskies.

*33 Wollaton St, Nottingham NG1 5FW*

## Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

Formerly Percy Picklebackers, Billy Bootleggers is a busy bar known for live music concerts and comfort snacks, plus cocktails and spirits. Guaranteed good night out here!

*13-15 Weekday Cross, Nottingham NG1 2GB*

## The Grove

Independent music venue and recording studio in the heart of Nottingham's creative quarter, Sneinton Market. They're also a winner of the [prestigious Duckie](/news/nottingham-business-awards/) – an It's in Nottingham Business Award!

*Sneinton Market, unit 48 Freckingham St, Nottingham NG1 1DQ*

## Saltbox 

This 500-capacity venue is the perfect one-stop shop for entertainment, hosting everything from live music and sports to workshops and movie nights. They've also secured the Highly Commended award for the Best Live Music Venue as part of the [Nottingham Best Bar None Awards 2024](/news/best-bar-none/)!

*Bolero Square, Nottingham NG1 1LY*

## Katie O'Briens

Famous for its perfect pint of Guinness and lively sports screenings, Katie’s brings a touch of Irish charm to the heart of Nottingham – with live music every weekend to keep the craic going strong.

*57 Long Row, Nottingham NG1 6JB*

## 🎶 **Looking for the best live music spots in Nottingham?**

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