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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!

Sneaky Petes

About Sneaky Petes

73 Cowgate, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1JW
01312251757
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Sneaky Pete's is a live music venue known for its intimate atmosphere and hosting a variety of musical genres, including indie, rock, electronic, and folk.

The venue was established in 2008 and has since become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Its capacity is around 200 people, which allows for an up-close and personal experience with the performers. Sneaky Pete's has hosted numerous up-and-coming artists, as well as established musicians such as Ed Sheeran, Foals, and Alt-J.

Apart from live music, Sneaky Pete's also hosts regular club nights with DJs playing a variety of genres, including indie, techno, and disco. The venue has a full bar and often serves local craft beers and ciders, as well as a range of spirits and cocktails.

Sneaky Pete's has received positive reviews for its welcoming atmosphere, great sound quality, and the diversity of the acts it hosts.

Upcoming Events at Sneaky Petes

Hannah Juanita

14th July 2025

Country singer/songwriter Hannah Juanita brings her UK tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 14th July!

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Doss & Crop Rot

18th July 2025

Electronic post-punk trio Doss from Glasgow and Kentucky-based punk band Crop Rot play Sneaky Pete's on Friday 18th July!

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Youth Fountain

19th July 2025

Youth Fountain is cemented as a driving force in the world of emotionally charged pop-punk and emo revival, don't miss them live at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 19th July!

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Black Foxxes

22nd July 2025

Exeter based trio Black Foxxes will bring their Haar tour to Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 22nd July!

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Mannequin Death Squad

5th August 2025

Mannequin Death Squad bring their headline UK/Europe tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 5th August!

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Casual Drag

7th August 2025

Edinburgh garage-punks Casual Drag have earned a reputation as a must-see live band and they play Sneaky Pete's on Thursday 7th August!

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Retirement Party + Carly Cosgrove

12th August 2025

All the way from Chicago, Retirement Party bring their sharp lyrics and infectious energy to Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 12th August with support from Carly Cosgrove!

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Ducks Ltd.

24th August 2025

Dive into the jangly world of indie pop with Ducks Ltd. when they return to Sneaky Pate's Edinburgh on Sunday 24th August!

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Dovv

29th August 2025

This summer, DOVV makes a triumphant return to Edinburgh, headlining the legendary Sneaky Pete’s for the very first time - and they’re not coming quietly.

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The Burning Hell

2nd September 2025

Canada's The Burning Hell will play Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 2nd September with support from Jon McKiel!

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Jack Botts

6th September 2025

Australian singer-songwriter Jack Botts returns to the UK to tour in 2025 and stops off at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Saturday 6th September!

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Every Wave Presents: Really Big Really Clever

10th September 2025

Brighton-based quartet Really Big Really Clever bring their UK tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 10 September!

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M(h)aol

18th September 2025

Irish intersectional feminist firebrands M(h)aol will bring their upcoming tour to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 18th September!

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Pye Corner Audio

25th September 2025

British electronic artist Pye Corner Audio has announced a short run of dates which will include a gig at Sneaky Pete's on Thursday 25th September!

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Pins

26th September 2025

PINS embark on a highly anticipated UK tour in September to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of their critically acclaimed album Wild Nights and play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on the 26th!

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James McVey

2nd October 2025

The Vamps vocalist and guitarist, James McVey, is heading out on tour in October, don't miss him live at Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Thursday 2nd!

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Legss

9th October 2025

South London band Legss create a wholly unique sound. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 9th October

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Stick In The Wheel

10th October 2025

Don't miss radical East London duo Stick In The Wheel live at Sneaky Pete's on Friday 10th October!

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Misplaced

16th October 2025

Glasgow based pop-punk group Misplaced will headline Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Thursday 16 October!

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The Real People

18th October 2025

Don't miss The Real People, pioneers of the 90's Brit pop movement, when they play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Saturday 18th October!

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Who We Are

26th October 2025

Who we Are write beautiful songs, telling the truth about how we feel and what connects us… Catch them at Sneaky Pete's on 26th October!

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Alien Chicks

29th October 2025

Alien Chicks, a dynamic post-punk trio from South London known for their electrifying blend of rap, jazz and punk, play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 29th October!

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The Wytches

30th October 2025

The Wytches, one of the UK’s most thrilling underground rock bands, play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Thursday 30th October!

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Albertine Sarges

7th November 2025

Albertine Sarges has announced a tour in support of her highly anticipated new album, Girl Missing, catch her live at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Friday 7th November!

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Decius

15th November 2025

Decius, a supergroup of sorts, bring techno sleaze swollen with punk energy to Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 15th November!

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Pentire

19th November 2025

Herefordshire-based indie band Pentire are set to continue making waves with their latest UK tour which will see them headline Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 19th November!

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Benefits

21st November 2025

Benefits bring their Constant Noise Tour to Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Friday 21st November!

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Marconi Union

5th December 2025

Manchester’s Marconi Union have forged their own path with a succession of strong albums and carefully selected live performances. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on 5th December!

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Laura Stevenson

14th December 2025

Acclaimed New York singer-songrwiter Laura Stevenson will headline Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Sunday 14th December in support of her new album!

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