The List

The Hive

The Hive is a popular late night haunt known for its generous promotions and varied music policy. Any given night you can be treated to pop and chart cheese, indie and electro or rock and metal - so check listings in advance. Holding up to 650 people there is often a combo of live music and club nights in these underground vaults. Located on Niddry Street, it's just a few minutes walk from both Princes Street and the Cowgate.

What's On @ The Hive

Taylormania

Taylormania

23 Sept 2025 - 7 Aug 2026

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self Confessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor’s much loved hits including ; Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more.
Tony Law

Tony Law

8 Oct 2025 - 8 Oct 2025

Tony Law identifies as a Hominid. Homo Sapiens, Neanderthal, Indo-European horse tribesman, an Englishman, a Canadian, a norn iron man and a Trinidadian and a Tobagonian. A dog, a dog owner, owned by a dog, a surrealist, an absurdist and an artist who is comedy of person. A parent a thrower a catcher a reader and a farmer. His 16th show is turning out to be his best yet. For connoisseurs of comedy who have seen it all and are funny in their own bones. Top drawer Tony. Comedians comedian comedian for the comedy nerd seeking Dadaist nirvosis nirvana blap. 16+
Sanctum Sanctorium - The Darkside of the 80's
Formed through a mutual love of 80’s goth and alternative rock music, Sanctum Santorium are a live 6-piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Banshees, The Cure, Bauhaus and more.
Sex Pistols Exposé

Sex Pistols Exposé

23 Oct 2025 - 23 Oct 2025

Approved by all members of the Sex Pistols, the 'Sex Pistols Exposé' are the worlds number 1 tribute which brings high expectancy where ever they perform, Branding the well known clobber with Johnny Rotten's snarling persona and Sid Vicious's gimmick, It will bring back the highly loved spirit of 77'. With 2000+ shows between them all, 15 years plus experience and having played all over the world like USA, Brazil, Japan, Australia and all across Europe including the famous 100 club & Longhorn Ballroom, The fans will get the chance to experience what all the excitement was about. Occasionally used for TV and film work the contentious quartet will be heard belting out classics like Pretty Vacant, God Save The Queen, Holidays In The Sun and Anarchy In The UK and a few extra's. With a plethora of witty stage banter and raw energy the Sex Pistols Exposé will have any crowd cheering for more!
Carl Donnelly: Another Round
Comedy
Stand-up

Carl Donnelly: Another Round

12 Sept 2025 - 7 Nov 2025

Join one of the UK’s finest comedians as he brings you up to speed on how he’s settling into being a married middle-aged father with recurring stomach ulcers, a bald patch, and an internet search history that now includes 'anti-leakage boxer shorts'. With his signature blend of honesty and wit, Carl turns life’s darkest moments into comedy gold. Raise a glass and join him for laughs, resilience, and hard-earned perspective. 'Observational genius' Guardian 'His comic warmth could fill the Sydney Opera House' Chortle 'A bringer of delight' ★★★★ Scotsman
Dirty Sound Magnet

Dirty Sound Magnet

9 Oct 2025 - 19 Oct 2025

From catchy rock’n’roll high-energy rock songs to shamanic psychedelia, a Dirty Sound Magnet show represents an amazing experience for any music lov
A Burial At Sea

A Burial At Sea

14 Sept 2025 - 21 Sept 2025

ABAS is the experimental music project of Irish duo Patrick Blaney and Dara Tohill. The band have been labelled as progressive postrock that draws from their influences of 90's shoegaze posthardcore and Neoclassical. Following the release of their debut EP in 2017 the band began were able to attract attention of the experimental music scene supporting genre-defining heavyweights Tera Melos and And So I Watch You From Afar. The band toured relentlessly across Europe from 2018-2019, often for months at a time, even once resulting in the hospitalization of a band member. The extensive tours included more high-profile shows including, an appearance at Bergmal Festival 2019 in Zürich, Post In Paris 2019 and Colossal in Copenhagen 2021. The 2020 bombastic self-titled, released with Moment of Collapse, draws from everything from emo, to math-rock, to hardcore punk, and even black metal and is now available on all streaming platforms. Since then ABAS have been busy with a recent adoption from the Pelagic family and currently working away on their second album.
Thomas Green: Brainstorm

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

26 Sept 2025 - 14 May 2026

After a significant self-discovery, Green realises his life is a whirlwind full of tangents of his own making, navigating through the impulsive, random and stupid.
Eleanor Conway: No Phones in the Hot Tub
Comedy
Nothing makes Eleanor angrier than people who bring their phones into the hot tub of the bougie gym she can’t really afford. This is an unfiltered show about female rage. Eleanor Conway is a multi-award-winning comedian with over 200 million views and 330k followers for her relatable takes on sex, dating and being a childfree badass.
Sergi Polo: Spanish Comedy

Sergi Polo: Spanish Comedy

9 Oct 2025 - 6 Nov 2025

This show will be fully performed in Spanish Sergi Polo actúa en Birmingham en castellano. Si, si; lo has leído bien! ¡EN CASTELLANO! Después de agotar entradas durante dos años en Londres, trae su show donde vamos a dejar de hacer HA HA para hacer un poco de JA JA! No mires más vídeos suyos haciendo chistes por internet y ven a verlo en directo! ¡Besitos!
Mark Nelson

Mark Nelson

9 Oct 2025 - 14 Mar 2026

Multi-award winning comedian Mark Nelson embarks on his first ever nationwide tour. A hugely sought after headliner throughout the UK and abroad, Nelson brings a distinctive mix of cutting observations, social commentary and hilarious one liners.
Josh Baulf

Josh Baulf

25 Sept 2025 - 20 Nov 2025

After bursting on to the comedy scene with his razor-sharp wit and a string of viral videos, Josh Baulf embarks on tour! With his trademark charm and killer punchlines, Josh delves into the hilarities of millennial life, navigating modern relationships and the quirks of British culture.
Xander and the Peace Pirates

Xander and the Peace Pirates

5 Sept 2025 - 13 Nov 2025

Xander and the Peace Pirates are a testament to musical integrity and personal strength. Combining soul, blues and rock, their pervasive blend of inspired song writing and memorable performances has already seen them enrapture audiences from around the world. Brothers Keith and Stu Xander were discovered on YouTube by Gibson Brands CEO Henry Juszkiewicz and during their subsequent performances for the company at numerous international events from LA to Dubai the band caught the attention of not just an ever-growing collective of fans but also industry legends such as Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Kiss, Rolling Stones) and Rick Allen (Def Leppard). Defying all expectations, lead singer and guitarist Keith Xander was born without a right arm below the elbow and plays guitar using a prosthesis and hook with a pick attached at the end. Although many who have seen Keith play believe him to be an extraordinary guitarist despite of his perceived 'disability' he is a virtuoso musician in his own right and his playing rivals the best in the industry. In 2014 the band ended their 5-year tenure as the resident band at Liverpool's iconic Cavern Club pub and went on to support the likes of Joe Bonamassa, Joe Satriani, Manfred Mann's Earth Band, The Temperance Movement, ex-Whitesnake's Bernie Marsden and even Bon Jovi at Old Trafford Stadium to name a few. 2016 saw the band release their debut album, titled '11:11', on V2 Benelux Records, recorded at the world-famous Wisseloord studios in Hilversum, outside of Amsterdam. The album went on to receive critical acclaim from the likes of Classic Rock, Planet Rock Radio and from BBC Radio's Bob Harris. With haunting riffs, genius melodies and a uniquely infectious charisma, Xander and the Peace Pirates continue to share their musical passion to standing ovations, while spreading a universal message of peace, love and harmony.
Kill the popstars vol 1

Kill the popstars vol 1

29 Nov 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

This promises to be a fun filled evening with some of scotlands finest punk bands, with the added fun of each band throwing in a couple of pop covers done in their own style, this event will feature, The Stoaters, Science made us Robots and Low level Monk.
Dookie No1 Tribute to Greenday

Dookie No1 Tribute to Greenday

25 Oct 2025 - 25 Oct 2025

DOOKIE No.1 Tribute to Green Day Live in Edinburgh! Get ready for a high-energy night of punk rock nostalgia as DOOKIE, the UKs No.1 tribute to Green Day, hits the stage at The Hive, Edinburgh on Saturday 25th October! Experience all the hits from Basket Case and American Idiot to When I Come Around and Holiday performed with the passion and power that made Green Day legends. Whether you grew up with Dookie or discovered them through American Idiot, this is your chance to relive the anthems that defined a generation. Doors open: 7PM Venue: The Hive, Edinburgh Advance Tickets: 14 Available exclusively
Slady The Worlds Only All-Female Tribute Band To Legendry 1970'S Glam Rock Band, Slade
SLADY Live at The Hive, Edinburgh Get ready for a night of foot-stomping glam rock madness as SLADY, the worlds only all-female tribute to the legendary 1970s band Slade, brings their electrifying show to The Hive, Edinburgh on September 26th! Known for their fierce energy, glitter-drenched outfits, and pitch-perfect renditions of Slades biggest hits, Slady has taken the UK tribute scene by stormselling out every Edinburgh show to date. Whether youre a die-hard Slade fan or just love a good rock n roll party, this is one gig you dont want to miss. With support from GIVEAWAY, an indie glam rock powerhouse channeling the best of the 60s, new wave, and ska, the night promises a full-on retro rock revival thatll have you dancing from the first chord to the final encore. Tickets: 12 Doors: 6:30PM The Hive Nightclub & Venue, Edinburgh Available now at TicketSource.co.uk Dont miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable night of glitz, riffs, andpure glam rock power.

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