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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

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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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!

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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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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.

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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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Matt Wilde

4th November 2025

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

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Mackenzy Mackay

5th November 2025

Mackenzy Mackay exploded onto the UK music scene in 2022, captivating audiences with clips of his incredible songwriting prowess, don't miss him live at Sneaky Pete's on 5th November!

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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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Bells Larsen

11th November 2025

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

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Pan Amsterdam

12th November 2025

Pan Amsterdam is a musical enigma wrapped in an enduring riddle... don't miss him live at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Wednesday 12th November!

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White Flowers

13th November 2025

White Flowers, one of the most exciting young bands in the UK right now, play Edinburgh's Sneaky Pete's on Thursday 13th 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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Hotel Lux

16th November 2025

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

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Josef Akin

18th November 2025

Catch Josef Akin, a London based composer, producer and musician, when he plays Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 18th 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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The Dream Machine

28th November 2025

Step into a psychedelic dreamscape with The Dream Machine at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Friday 28th November!

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Airospace

2nd December 2025

Airospace is a revolutionary artist, musician and photographer creating multidimensional raps for the people still living in the BPM of sensitivity.

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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!

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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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Restricted Code: Album Launch Tour

6th December 2025

Glasgow band Restricted Code finally release their long-awaited album in November and play Sneaky Pete's as part of a launch tour on Saturday 6th 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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Megan Black + Nikhita + Corin

18th December 2025

Catch Megan Black at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 18 December along with Nikhita and Corin!

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Matt Storm

10th February 2026

Matt Storm's music fuses vintage soul and jazz with modern alternative sounds. Catch him at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 10th February!

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Iris Caltwait

12th February 2026

Norwegian alt-pop artist Iris Caltwait (formerly known as iris) has announced a date at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 12th February!

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Alex Spencer

14th February 2026

From the streets to the stage, 18-year-old artist Alex Spencer is fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting new artists. Catch him at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on 14th February!

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Plantoid

19th February 2026

Plantoid are one of those bands that exceed the sum of their parts, with each member bringing a unique flavour that enhances their sound tenfold.

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