CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR EVENT

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
Sneaky Petes Website
Follow sneakypetesclub on Twitter
Facebook information can be found here

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

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!

READ MORE

Lion On Tiger

3rd September 2025

Don't miss Edinburgh band Lion On Tiger when they play Sneaky Pete's on Wednesday 3rd September!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Day Sleeper

9th September 2025

Catch Edinburgh-based band Day Sleeper when they play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 9th September!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Balancing Act

7th October 2025

Balancing Act play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 7th October in support of their new album 'Who’ve You Come As?'.

READ MORE

Legss

9th October 2025

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

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Misplaced

16th October 2025

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

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Cannibal Ox

21st October 2025

Celebrating over 20 years of original music, Cannibal Ox will be performing classic material plus new singles when they play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 21st October!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Milo Korbenski

28th October 2025

Milo Korbenski, a shadowy, anonymous solo musician only publicly seen in a featureless white mask, plays Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 28th October.

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Matt Wilde

4th November 2025

Matt Wilde is a Manchester-based artist, producer and pianist and plays Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on 4th November!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Bells Larsen

11th November 2025

Canadian singer-songwriter Bells Larsen, has announced a show at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 11th November!

READ MORE

Decius

15th November 2025

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

READ MORE

Hotel Lux

16th November 2025

Hotel Lux, Britain's most self-conscious band, play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Sunday 16th November!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

Benefits

21st November 2025

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

READ MORE

Erotic Secrets of Pompeii

3rd December 2025

Erotic Secrets of Pompeii will bring their wild and weird apocolyptic lounge music to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 3rd December!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

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!

READ MORE

More Live Music Venues in Edinburgh

The Biscuit Factory

4 - 6 Anderson Place, Leith EH6 5NP

The Biscuit Factory is an arts & fashion hub housed in the former Crawford’s biscuit factory in Anderson Place, just off Bonnington Road.

READ MORE

tapas3

6 - 8 Howden Street, Edinburgh South EH8 9HL

Not all tapas bars are the same - we are proud to offer something a little different, and we believe just a little bit special.

READ MORE

George IV Bar

54 George IV Bridge , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1EJ

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.

READ MORE

The Jazz Bar

1A Chambers Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HR

Welcome to Edinburgh’s famous Jazz Bar. Looking for a ‘Jazz Club’? Great – you’ve found one!

READ MORE

The Fiddlers Arms

11-13 Grassmarket , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 2HY

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.

READ MORE

Whistle Binkies Edinburgh

4 - 6 South Bridge , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LL

Welcome to Whistle Binkies, Edinburgh with live music 7 nights a week.

READ MORE

The Bongo Club

66 Cowgate, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1JX

The Bongo Club is a nightclub, live venue and all-round artistic hub with a street-level-headed attitude and an international reputation.

READ MORE

Traverse Theatre

10 Cambridge Street, Edinburgh West EH1 2ED

We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.

READ MORE

Assembly Rooms

54 George Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 2LR

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!

READ MORE

Malones Leith

48-52 Constitution Street, Leith EH6 6RS

Authentic Irish bar. Live music, live sport & local food and drink in the heart of Leith.

READ MORE

Paradise Palms

41 Lothian Street , Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1HB

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.

READ MORE

Shout! The Scottish Music Experience

111 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh East EH8 8AU

SHOUT! The Scottish Music Experience is the first of its kind, a live music venue dedicated to the celebration of Scottish music!

READ MORE
All Live Music Venues listings in Edinburgh

Sponsored Links

Escape The Past
Escape The Past
Fayre Play
TGC Leisure
Hilton Glasgow
Guide Dogs
MNB
Edinburgh Street Historians
ATG
Edinburgh Dungeon
Hostelworld

Sponsored Links

Escape The Past
Escape The Past
Fayre Play
TGC Leisure
Hilton Glasgow
Guide Dogs
MNB
Edinburgh Street Historians
ATG
Edinburgh Dungeon
Hostelworld

Popular Events

Blast 5km Series @ The Meadows 2025
Join Blast Running in the heart of Edinburgh for the Monthly Blast 5K Series at The Meadows – a lively lunchtime race that’s become a firm favourite on the city’s running calendar.
Palestine Fundraiser Music Night
Come along to Leith Arches on Friday 5th September for a night of great music, with all ticket and raffle proceeds going to Medical Aid for Palestine!
Contemporary showcase of 25 displaced Ukrainian Artists
The showcase 'a match is silent, but it speaks' brings together the voices and new artworks of 25 Ukrainian artists, each of whom has endured a year shaped by displacement and deep transformation!
Houseplant Market - Edinburgh
The Houseplant Market is returing to Edinburgh! Taking place in the Bristo Square Marquee for 3 days only this September!
Panto 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk
Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young for the GIANT of a pantomime we've all BEAN waiting for!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall