Posted on Friday 5th January 2024 at 16:00
Independent Venue Week is almost upon us! Taking place from Monday 29th January to Sunday 4th February 2024, the seven-day celebration recognises the vital importance of independent art and music spaces plus the people whose hard work provides so much to their local community and beyond.
Gigantic Tickets is partnered with Independent Venue Week in 2024, and today, we take a close look at the independent venues taking part in Wales and the exciting events they are hosting.
CLICK HERE to see all IVW shows on sale with Gigantic. GIFT VOUCHERS for IVW shows are also available HERE if you’d like to treat someone to an incredible show in an independent venue this year!
First built in 1868, Norwegian Church is a landmark feature in the capital city and was originally a communal hub for the Norwegian sailors seeking refuge and fraternity. It has since undergone a massive refurbishment to become an arts centre and café.
The Cardiff hotspot sees IVW events featuring Spencer Segelov & Great Paintings (Saturday 27th January), Lauford Cripps (Thursday 1st February) and Tom Auton (Saturday 3rd February).
Popular Wrexham gig destination The Rockin’ Chair was formally known as Central Station. It has seen such greats as Robert Plant, Biffy Clyro, Kasabian, Pendulum, Chase & Status, and Grandmaster Flash all grace their stage.
Spoken word and hip-hop artist Antony Szmierek will be making an unmissable headline appearance on Friday 2nd February.
CWRW (Welsh for “beer”) is the award winning Grassroot Music Pub Venue found in Carmarthen. Renowned as a great place to catch fledgling acts destined for great things, previous Independent Venue Week ambassadors Adwaith started their career on the stage at CWRW.
Their special #IVW24 show takes place on Saturday 3rd February and sees performances from songwriter Mali Hâf, I am Ian and Molly.
The Gate Arts Centre is the converted Plasnewydd Presbyterian Church found in the heart of Roath. The Grade 2 listed building is a magnificent space to enjoy the arts, with two exhibition galleries plus a performance area.
See Newport rapper and producer L E M F R E C K at The Gate Arts Centre following on from the release of his stunning album BLOOD, SWEAT & FEARS on Saturday 3rd February.
Tŷ Tawe is a Welsh language centre situated in Swansea, also offering a café, charity book shop and three live music spaces.
Come to Tŷ Tawe on Friday 2nd February for their IVW24 show featuring folk singer Meinir Gwilym and alt-folk group Lo-Fi Jones.
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