Live Music Venues

If you are on the hunt for quality live music you may be pleasantly surprised by the calibre and variety of Bradford’s gig scene. Whether you’re into jazz, folk, rock, blues or classical, there’s sure to be an event worth attending during your stay. St George’s Hall regularly hosts live music events from internationally renowned pop acts as well as the world’s best tribute acts. The building is one of the UK’s oldest concert halls and true to its heritage still regularly hosts touring orchestras and classical musicians. In the heart of Ilkley, the elegant Kings Hall and Winter Gardens are unmissable. You'll often find fantastic must-see concerts here from some of the best bands touring the UK.

In Saltaire, The Live Room at Caroline Street Social Club is a long-standing event bringing the very best blues and folk artists from around the world to perform in a charming and intimate setting. Folk fans will also be well catered for at Topic Folk Club, a weekly event featuring quality acts from across the UK.

JAPT Jazz is one of Bradford’s longest running regular events with an inspired programme of Live Jazz. If rock and pop is your thing then be sure to check out The Nightrain, The Underground, Tickles Music Hall or Black Dyke Heritage Mills in Queensbury for top quality live performances and a mixture of local talent and touring acts.

Live music fans in the city are also counting down to the launch of Bradford Live, a 4,000 capacity arena venue set to open in autumn 2024. The venue has a rich history having hosted gigs by the Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Roy Orbison back in the 1960s. It is expected to host over 200 events a year and will put Bradford firmly on the map for live music.