Electric Brixton: Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting

Situated on Brixton Hill, Electric Brixton is the area’s second main music venue, playing second fiddle to the Academy in size, but by no means in terms of the artists and club nights it hosts. Housed in a former Edwardian theatre and later cinema, this is a place to catch artists on the rise, as well as established bands eager to get up close with the fans.

Getting To Electric Brixton

The Electric Brixton is only a 5-minute walk from Brixton Tube Station on the Victoria Line. You just turn left out of the station and head down Brixton Road, cross over the intersection with Coldharbour/Acre Lane onto Brixton Hill and the venue is right next to Lambeth Town Hall.

The National Rail Station is also close by, offering Southeastern services from Victoria.
A large number of buses stop near the Tube Station, connecting to Central and South London.
There are a small number of car parks nearby.

What Time Do Events Start and Finish at Electric Brixton?

Event times vary for specific acts and events, but for music shows, the main act is usually on at 21.00/21.30 and supports around 20.00/20.30. Shows tend to finish at 23.00. To get the exact times, it’s best to look at the venue’s and band’s socials on the day of the show.

Queueing & Security at Electric Brixton

The main entrance is Brixton Hill, and very clear to see with the big sign and marquee-style signage at the front. Queues will start at the main entrance and when you enter you’ll be checked by security.

Finding Your Seats At Electric Brixton

As you enter you can go through to the main hall downstairs or upstairs to the balcony area – the whole venue, both the lower and upper levels, is standing only. Upstairs has some good views but space there can be limited.

Security & Cloakrooms at Electric Brixton

The venue has 2 cloakrooms which can store bags and coats and cost £2.50 per item.

Guest Lists and Backstage Access

Guest list attendees can pick up passes from the box office in the main foyer. The backstage area is around the back of the venue.

Accessibility at Electric Brixton

There is disabled access for the lower level area. Guests should contact the venue on 0207 274 2290 in advance to check the availability of disabled access and seating spots.