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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

Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble

14th May 2025

Award-winning DJ, producer, label head and broadcaster Rebecca Vasmant brings her outstanding band through to Sneaky Pete's to perform music from her new record ‘Who We Are, Becoming’!

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Peter Cat

17th May 2025

Glaswegian art pop auteurs PETER CAT return to Edinburgh on 17th May for a full band headline show at Sneaky Pete's, ahead of their colossal new single and eponymous album, 'Starchamber'!

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Sex Mask + Bandit

20th May 2025

Sex Mask and Bandit are on a co-headline UK tour and play Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 20th May!

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Sirens Of Lesbos

21st May 2025

Don't miss Swiss outfit Sirens Of Lesbos when they play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday 21st May!

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Humour

27th May 2025

Glasgow post-punk group Humour have announced a headline show at Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Tuesday 27th May!

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Soft Loft

28th May 2025

Swiss collective Soft Loft play Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh on Wednesday 28th May!

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Miki Berenyi Trio

31st May 2025

The Miki Berenyi Trio are on a UK tour in 2025 with a date at Sneaky Pete's on Saturday 31st May!

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Emily Zeck

3rd June 2025

Surfer, singer and songwriter Emily Zeck brings her 2025 Sandy Boots UK tour to Sneaky Pete's on Tuesday 3rd June!

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Arrows In Action

19th June 2025

Nashville band Arrows in Action bring their engaging sound and passionate stage presence to Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Thursday 19 June!

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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