Live Music Venues in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is renowned for it's live music scene, with a variety of venues catering for small intimate gigs to huge arenas hosting the biggest names!
Assembly Rooms
The Assembly Rooms are one of Edinburgh City Centre's largest and most impressive multi-purpose unique event spaces, perfect for any occasion from conferences, dinners and performances to exhibitions!
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Assembly Roxy
Assembly Roxy is the year round home of Assembly Festival and Assembly Theatre, situated in the heart of the Old Town in Edinburgh.
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Auld Hundred
Situated in the centre of Edinburgh’s New town, the Auld Hundred is one of the earliest of Rose Street's many and varied pubs with live music every Thursday to Sunday.
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Bannermans Bar
Bannerman's Bar is Edinburgh's premier music venue, located in the heart of the city!
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Baobab Bar and Eatery
Cosy bar and eatery located in the heart of the West End of Edinburgh. Tables and booth seating with a wide range of drinks and tasty street food style food.
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Bar Soba Edinburgh
Soba is inspired by the street vendors of South East Asia and our menu touches on traditional classic street food from all over the region. Our aim is...
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Belushis Bar Edinburgh
Belushi’s Bar is in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and offers regular live music, student nights and sports.
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Biblos Edinburgh
Biblos Edinburgh is a nice, relaxing bar, lounge and restaurant with additional spaces for functions and events and a trendy bar for live events.
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Biddy Mulligans
Situated in the heart of the historic Grassmarket, Biddy Mulligan's has become world renowned for its authentic Irish atmosphere.
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Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh
Boteco is the perfect venue for your next gathering or celebration!
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Brig Below
Brig Below, established in 2017 in the heart of Leith, is a new cellar venue available for live music, comedy, private functions and more.
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Cabaret Voltaire
Cabaret Voltaire os one of Scotland's most iconic and historic music venues.
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Dirty Martini Edinburgh
The Dirty Martini can hold anything from 30 – 250 guests, the perfect space to create unforgettable experiences.
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Dreadnought Rock
Established in 1972 at the Old Dreadnought Hotel the Rock Disco became a Legend in its’ own right for a great night out and still remains the case 50 years on.
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Dropkick Murphys Edinburgh
Everyone’s favourite Irish Bar! Open late with live music Wednesday to Sunday. Located in the heart of Edinburgh, just off the Cowgate and overlooking the Grassmarket.
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Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre
The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.
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Edinburgh Blues Club
Edinburgh Blues Club is an Award Winning Community Interest Company created to harness popular support for high quality blues music events, hosting regular blues shows in Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh International Conference Centre
Situated at the heart of Scotland's elegant and historic capital city, the EICC is one of the world's outstanding venues for conferences, conventions and exhibitions.
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Edinburgh Playhouse
The Edinburgh Playhouse is a former cinema which now hosts touring musicals and music concerts. Find out what's on at the Edinburgh Playhouse and book your tickets online with What's On Edinburgh!
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Edinburgh Summer Sessions
A staple of the music festival calendar in Edinburgh since 2018, Edinburgh Summer Sessions will take place in the Royal Highland Showgrounds from 2024.
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Eve Edinburgh
A restaurant, bar and entertainment space in Edinburgh with live entertainment Wednesday through Sunday until late.
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Festival Theatre Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is a performing arts venue used primarily for performances of opera and ballet, large-scale musical events, and touring groups.
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Festival Village: Waverley
Festival Village: Waverley is the newest addition to Edinburgh's festive scene.
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Finnegans Wake
Finnegan's Wake is the quintessential Irish pub and live music and sport venue in the heart of Edinburgh.
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George IV Bar
Located on the historical George IV Bridge in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, we are a traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character.
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Henrys Cellar Bar
Henry's Cellar Bar is one of Edinburgh's longest running independent venues. A central, intimate basement bar with a grass roots feeling hosting a varied...
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Howden Park Centre
West Lothian's most exciting venue for arts, music, theatre, comedy, dance, exhibitions, classes and food.
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La Belle Angele
La Belle Angèle is among Edinburgh’s unrivalled Cowgate venues and plays host to corporate events, exhibitions, live performances and the best clubnights Scotland’s capital has to offer.
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Le Monde Hotel
Located on Edinburgh’s George Street, Le Monde Hotel is in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre.
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Leith Arches
Welcome to Leith Arches - your community hub for events, parties, food and drink!
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Leith Depot
We have a very cosy, welcoming and laid back bar located on Leith Walk, with lovely huge windows looking out onto lovely Leith Walk.
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Leith Dockers Club
Leith Dockers Social Club or “The Dockers” as it’s fondly known to the locals, is a busy social club in the heart of Leith.
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Malones Edinburgh
Award-winning Irish pub in Edinburgh brought to you by Irish publicans. Well known for our electric atmosphere and the best pint of Guinness in Edinburgh!
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Malt & Hops
Dating from 1749, this mellow local with roaring fire offers real ales, whiskies and pub lunches.
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McEwan Hall
McEwan Hall is an iconic 19th century landmark in the heart of Edinburgh, perfect for a large conference or event.
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McGonagalls Gin and Whisky Emporium
Purveyors of fine malts and delicious botanicals, serving an ever changing menu of excellent Scottish produce, prepared fresh, every day until 9pm.
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Nicolson Square Edinburgh
Nicolson Square Edinburgh is a stunning conference and events venue in the heart of Scotland's Capital.
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O2 Academy Edinburgh
The O2 Academy Edinburgh, formerly Edinburgh Corn Exchange, is one of the city's largest standing, multi-purpose, award-winning venues with a reputation for live music!
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Paradise Palms
All welcome, who welcome all... Paradise Palms is an LGBTQ friendly venue, all are welcome in our warm embrace so long as you mean no harm or ill will to others.
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Patina Edinburgh
Patina combines a restaurant, bar and in house bakery in a beautifully designed space and it's also a music venue.
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Purple Orange Arts Venue
Purple Orange Arts Venue is the coolest little venue around, showcasing new talent from across Scotland.
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Reid Concert Hall
A 218-seat Victorian venue built in 1859, the Reid Concert Hall is an integral part of the Reid School of Music.
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Royal British Legion Scotland Edinburgh Central
The Royal British Legion Scotland holds regular entertainment at their Edinburgh Central branch with live music, cabaret lunches and ladies nights.
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Royal Highland Centre
The Royal Highland Centre is Scotland's premier indoor and outdoor events venue set in parkland just minutes from Edinburgh Airport and the city centre.
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Royal Lyceum Theatre
The Royal Lyceum Theatre is home to one of Scotland's largest and most successful producing companies which perform a number of high-quality drama productions throughout the year!
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Scottish Gas Murrayfield
Murrayfield Stadium is a sports stadium located in the west end of Edinburgh.
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Shout! The Scottish Music Experience
SHOUT! The Scottish Music Experience is the first of its kind, a live music venue dedicated to the celebration of Scottish music!
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Sneaky Petes
Sneaky Pete's is considered one of the best small music venues in Edinburgh and a must-visit destination for music lovers visiting the city!
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Soderberg Pavilion
Söderberg Pavilion is our flagship site, situated in the heart of the Quartermile, right beneath our bakery.
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St Cecilias Hall
The beautiful, elliptical St Cecilia's Hall dates back to 1763, making it the oldest purpose-built concert hall in Scotland.
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Stockbridge Parish Church
Stockbridge Parish Church is a congregation of the Church of Scotland with various spaces available for hire which can accommodate a variety of events and classes.
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Subway Cowgate
Slap bang in the heart of the Cowgate this is the official party stop. All killer no filler every night with drinks prices that you’ll find hard to believe.
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Summerhall
Summerhall, Edinburgh’s biggest arts venue, is open to the public all year round.
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Teviot Row House
Teviot is the oldest purpose built Student Union in the world. It opened its doors in 1889 and it remains one of the most vibrant and well used Student Union venues in the country.
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The Banshee Labyrinth
We are based in the centre of Edinburgh's Old Town just a few steps from the Royal Mile.
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The Biscuit Factory
The Biscuit Factory is an arts & fashion hub housed in the former Crawford’s biscuit factory in Anderson Place, just off Bonnington Road.
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The Bongo Club
The Bongo Club is a nightclub, live venue and all-round artistic hub with a street-level-headed attitude and an international reputation.
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The Canons Gait
A stylish and traditional bar set in the heart of Edinburgh's Canongate on the Royal Mile.
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The Caves Edinburgh
The Caves is a truly unique venue that makes up the sub-structure of the 18th Century South Bridge. There is no venue more Edinburgh than the Caves, or...
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The Counting House Edinburgh
Welcome to The Counting House, a historic building in the south of Edinburgh City Centre.
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The Fiddlers Arms
Welcome to the Fiddler’s Arms - a warm and friendly traditional pub sitting at the end of the Grassmarket in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle.
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The Fly Half
A family and dog friendly bar in Leith that boasts great pub grub, an extensive drinks menu and the biggest screen for live sports in the area!
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The Globe Bar
The Globe Bar is a well-established sports bar located just off the Royal Mil, with all sports catered for – no matter how niche.
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The Hive Nightclub
The Hive is an Edinburgh nightclub & venue open 7 nights a week. Located between The Royal Mile and the Cowgate, just a short walk from Princes Street.
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The Jazz Bar
Welcome to Edinburgh’s famous Jazz Bar. Looking for a ‘Jazz Club’? Great – you’ve found one!
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The Liquid Room
Opened in May 1997 The Liquid Room is widely regarded as one of the UK's leading venues for Gigs and Club nights.
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The Mash House
The Mash House is a unique venue located within the heart of Edinburgh's vibrant Cowgate!
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The Old Dr Bells Baths
The Old Dr Bells Baths Re-invented! Why not have your event at Edinburgh’s best new Venue in the heart of Leith?
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The Outhouse
Quirky, hidden bar with great beer garden and function room available for hire. Great selection of beers, spirits and cocktails.
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The Queens Hall Edinburgh
The Queen's Hall is a 900-capacity music venue, situated on Clerk Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. Originally built in 1823 as Hope Park Chapel.
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The Royal Mile Tavern
A traditional Scottish public house bursting with charm and character and located on the historical Royal Mile.
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The Royal Scots Club
The Royal Scots Club offers that rare combination; the charm of a country house hotel with a cosy club atmosphere.
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The Strawberry Barn
The Stawberry Barn is a unique Venue, Café, Farm Shop and Fruit Farm located in the Heart of East Lothian.
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The Three Sisters Edinburgh
Named in memory of the three MacKinnon sisters who were popular performers in the 1740s, The Three Sisters remains Edinburgh's gathering social hub!
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The Voodoo Rooms
The Voodoo Rooms is an award-winning bar & restaurant located in central Edinburgh
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The Wee Red Bar
The Wee Red Bar is a small bar & club with cheap drink prices and great music situated in the grounds of Edinburgh College Of Art.
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Traverse Theatre
We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.
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Usher Hall
The Usher Hall is Edinburgh's key venue for visiting national and international orchestras and has been the main venue for the Edinburgh International Festival since 1947.
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Whiski Bar & Restaurant
Whiski is a stunning multi award winning whisky bar and restaurant situated on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, full of character and with a brilliant atmosphere!
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Whiski Rooms
Come and join us in the multi award-winning Whiski Rooms restaurant and bar and enjoy the stunning views over Edinburgh and Princes Street.
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Whistle Binkies Edinburgh
Welcome to Whistle Binkies, Edinburgh with live music 7 nights a week.
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Why Not Nightclub
Why Not Nightclub has quickly reinstated its reputation as Edinburgh’s premier night spot and has proven itself to be the most popular night club destination in Edinburgh.
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Live Music Venues in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Eastwood Park Theatre
Find out what's on at Eastwood Park Theatre in Giffnock and book your tickets online with What's On East Renfrewshire!
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Giffnock North AAC
The Giffnock North AAC community social club is home to live music, events and much more!
READ MORELive Music Venues in Fife
Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Kirkcaldy Acoustic Music Club
The Acoustic Music Club provides concerts every Thursday night in the Polish Club and encourages interest in Scottish Traditional and World music.
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Fire Station Creative
The Fire Station Creative is an Art Centre in Dunfermline, Fife offering studios, gallery, classroom and cafe.
READ MORELive Music Venues in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Savings Bank
The Savings Bank is a spectacular independent venue in the immediate south of Glasgow.
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Govanhill Baths
The Govanhill Baths is a community hub based in the heart of Govanhill providing free Health and Wellbeing educational workshops and classes for the local community free of charge.
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Live Music Venues in Lanarkshire
Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
East Kilbride Arts Centre
The East Kilbride Arts Centre is an extremely popular venue for drama, visual arts, music, comedy and film productions, and classes and courses.
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Rutherglen Town Hall
Following its highly successful renovation, Rutherglen Town Hall now houses an award winning cafe and hosts a variety of performances from dramatic plays to musicals to kids shows!
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Low Parks Museum
Low Parks Museum in Hamilton is a 5-star museum under the Visit Scotland grading scheme, situated in the former Low Parks of the Duke of Hamilton's estates.
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Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Paisley Arts Centre
Paisley Arts Centre is one of Scotland's most vibrant and exciting venues, programmed all year round with a diverse range of drama, dance, comedy, jazz, popular music and family events!
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Braehead Arena
The Braehead Arena is a 5,200 capacity multi-purpose events & sports arena on the banks of the River Clyde in Renfrewshire, Scotland.
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Venue Paisley
Venue is Paisley's hottest new music venue where you can book tickets to see some of your favourite artists!
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Here's a selection of Live Music Venues you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Nicky Tams Bar and Bothy
Nicky-Tams, one of the oldest pubs in Stirling, opened in 1718 and was originally owned by Laird Graigengelt, the family crest of which is still visible above our doors.
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Stirling Folk Club
We promote live folk music from 7.30pm every Monday night. Some nights we have guest artists other nights are sessions where anyone can join in.
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Stirling Summer Sessions
Stirling Summer Sessions is the newest member of the Summer Sessions family in Scotland and will welcome a selection of world-renowned artists for lovers of varying music genres.
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Ayr Gaiety Theatre
Situated in the heart of Ayrshire, The Gaiety is the last of its kind on the British mainland and one of the oldest theatres in Scotland!
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Harbour Arts Centre
Recognised as the cultural hub for North Ayrshire, Harbour Arts Centre (HAC) presents quality exhibitions, art and drama classes, theatre, comedy, live music, special events and much more!
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The Grand Hall forms part of the Palace Theatre and Grand Hall Complex, Ayrshire's premier entertainment venue, and is situated in the heart of Kilmarnock.
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The Iris Ayr
The Iris is a community arts venue located in the centre of Ayr bringing a new lease of life to the Darlington Church!
READ MOREThe Palace Theatre
The Palace Theatre offers a year round programme of music, comedy, drama, dance and light entertainment, offering something for all the family and sits adjacent to the Grand Hall in Kilmarnock.
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