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About Electric Circus - Edinburgh
Electric Circus in Edinburgh sits in the heart of the Old Town on Market Street, just steps from Edinburgh Waverley Station. As a central, multi-use live music and club venue, it offered a mix of gig nights and intimate club experiences, featuring seven private karaoke rooms (8-50 people) and a capacity of approximately 250 for gigs (with some setups noting up to 350 for larger events). While the space closed on March 25, 2017 and is slated to become an extension of the Fruitmarket Gallery, this page preserves essentials for context and planning, including nearby transport links, parking guidance, and nearby hotels and dining options for visitors exploring the area.
For visitors exploring the Market Street area, nearby hotels like Market Street Hotel, The Balmoral, and Old Waverley offer convenient options within walking distance. Public transport is straightforward, with Edinburgh Waverley Station as the major hub. Street parking in the city center operates under pay-and-display rules, and there is no dedicated on-site parking at Electric Circus. If you’re planning a night out in the area, consider reserving seating where possible and checking the latest local listings for events at nearby venues or temporary pop-up experiences in the Old Town corridor. We’ve got you covered with practical tips to help you secure your plans and enjoy Edinburgh’s central nightlife scene.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 36-39 Market Street, Edinburgh EH1 1DF (Old Town, beside Edinburgh Waverley Station).
- Venue type: Central, multi-purpose live music and club venue with seven private karaoke rooms (8-50 people).
- Capacity: Approximately 250 for gigs; some listings/configurations note up to 350 for events.
- Status: Closed March 25, 2017; space slated to become an extension of the Fruitmarket Gallery (no longer operating as a standalone venue).
- Notable events: Hosted Edge Festival gigs; regular nights such as Beep Beep, Yeah!, and Magic Nostalgic; Glass Peaks performed there in March 2017.
- Transit/parking: Nearest major transit is Edinburgh Waverley Station; on-site parking not available; street parking in the city center (pay/display) with typical city-center rules.
- Nearby hotels: Market Street Hotel nearby; other central options include The Balmoral and Old Waverley nearby within walking distance.