How D’You Do – An Evening of Singalong Cabaret


An evening of first class singalong cabaret at The Water Rats, Kings Cross, London – starring: Tom Carradine Thomas Benjamin Wild Esq Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer Gertcha

The Britpop Show presents: The 335’s / James Hargreaves Band / Alation


3 great bands in one night – expect big anthem choruses and sweet guitars. The 355’s are fresh from the success of The Jig-A-Jig-Out E.P which reached number 11 in...
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Apr 29

Page to Stage London


Event showcasing exciting new writing as directed readings, with feedback + discussion with an industry panel and audience. The Water Rats is an iconic venue! Have a bite to eat...
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May 02
Lula
Doors: 19:30

Lula


Lula’s first gig at the iconic Water Rats with support from No Trixx (more to come).

The Bon Jovi Experience – London


Celebrating their 30th year on the road, The Bon Jovi Experience stands as the ultimate tribute to the iconic rock band. Officially endorsed by Bon Jovi himself, this extraordinary tribute...
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This Feeling presents: Hunny Buzz


“If you’re going to see the emergence of a new great band you’ll see them at This Feeling first.” Carl Barat

Green Note presents… Kimmie Rhodes


£ 15.00 / Age 18 And Up A rare and intimate solo performance Additional Info: KIMMIE RHODES from Austin, Texas returns with a rare and intimate solo performance to celebrate...
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British Music Hall Society presents: The History of the Royal Variety Performance.A talk by Mark Fox


A look back at over 100 years of the Royal Variety Performance with stories and clips from some of the stars who have performed for the Royal Family since the...
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Ruth Theodore – (London) Launch Tour


Ruth Theodore has just signed an exciting record deal with Ani DiFranco’s Righteous Babe Records in the USA and is off on tour there for the foreseeable, but before she...
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Green Note presents… Ruth Theodore


£ 15.00 / Age 18 And Up “Confident and original” – The Guardian ★★★★ Additional Info: RUTH THEODORE has just signed an exciting record deal with Ani Difrancos Righteous Babe...
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Green Note presents… Blair Dunlop


£ 16.50 / Age 18 And Up “One Of The UK’s Finest Songwriters” Additional Info: BLAIR DUNLOP has been hailed as one of the UK’s most accomplished songwriters since he...
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Electric Hoarse + Morning Wood present an ENDLESS SUMMER party


Electric Hoarse and Morning Wood are hosting an Endless Summer Party at the famous Water Rats Theatre in London, on Friday 10th May, 2024, and you’re invited… After 10 years...
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May 11

In Search Of Sun + Supports


Local legends In Search Of Sun conclude their headline tour of the UK at The Water Rats, bringing on board locals support in Weller and NTT, PLUS cypriot instrumental lads...
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Vinny Peculiar Freak Love Tour 2024 full band show at The Water Rats


Vinny Peculiar returns to London with a full band career spanning retrospective show. Singer- songwriter Amanda Thorpe opens the night, Vinny Peculiar [aka Alan Wilkes] grew up in Worcestershire and...
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May 15
May there be Rock
Doors: 19:00

May there be Rock


Join us for a magical evening of music and fun at May There be Rock! Get ready to Rock in style with an unforgettable in-person event. Come to see a...
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Just Radiohead at The Water Rats


Just Radiohead perform classic RADIOHEAD Friday 17th May The Water Rats The UK’s Leading Radiohead ‘Tribute’ Band! Respectfully performing songs from one of the 1990s and 2000s most loved bands....
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Blueboy ‘Unisex’ 30th Anniversary


Blueboy, formed in 1989 in Reading and signed to Sarah Records, reformed (they thought briefly for, like ONE LITTLE GIG) in 2023 and then found themselves doing just one more,...
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May 19
Theatre of Hate
Doors: 19:00

Theatre of Hate


Theatre of Hate

Daisy Chute, Lady Nade, Hollie Rogers & Simeon Hammond Dallas – Mystery Guest Tour – Live in London


The Mystery Tour: A Celebration of Collaboration, Togetherness and Community. Spring 2024 – The much-anticipated Mystery Tour is set to sweep across the nation, featuring a powerhouse trio of Americana...
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Jo-Jo & The Teeth w/ Zak Layden & The Thieves + Caiman Radio


Show Me Your Teeth Productions Presents… Jo-Jo & The Teeth with Zak Layden & The Thieves + Caiman Radio LIVE AT THE WATER RATS!!! JO-JO & THE TEETH – The...
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Penny Black Music presents : Johny Brown With Hector Gannet and Andy Thompson


Penny Black Music is presenting a night of solo artists (although not all of them will be playing solo). We are returning to our regular London venue for the last...
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Electric Dreams Club Night presents: Gary Numan Aftershow Party (Unofficial)


ELECTRIC DREAMS PROMOTIONS presents… an Electric Dreams GARY NUMAN AFTERSHOW PARTY (unofficial) Early bird discounted tickets are available online via Wegottickets: www.wegottickets.com/event/615484 at THE WATER RATS, Kings Cross, London WC1X...
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Green Note presents: Kathryn Williams + Withered Hand


£ 22.50 / Age 18 And Up Additional Info: Dan Willson is Scotland’s acclaimed singer songwriter Withered Hand. He has released three albums and a number of EPs over the...
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Space Octopus Cartel EP Launch Party


Join SPACE OCTOPUS CARTEL to celebrate the release of their first EP down at THE WATER RATS, Kings Cross. Featuring: A FULL HEADLINE SET VISUALS MERCH GUESTS Doors from 7pm,...
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Liz Stringer at The Water Rats


London friends, thanks so much for making Monday night at the Green Note in Camden such a lovely experience and for selling out the gig. I’m going to play another...
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May 29

The Folk Detectives


“A cheeky and comic romp … overflowing with comedy, music, song, and lively audience participation.” Sidmouth Herald. Every so often an act comes along which enthrals audiences and changes the...
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May 31
Bedlam
Doors: 19:00

Bedlam


Come and join us for another party with new songs….

This Feeling presents: The Crooks: Sold Out


“If you’re going to see the emergence of a new great band you’ll see them at This Feeling first.” Carl Barat

Gig Connection presents: Garuda + Yurapico (Japanese Underground Idols)


Straight from Tokyo, underground idols GARUDA and YURAPIKO bring their dynamic and thrilling performances to London for a UK exclusive show! GARUDA is the dark industrial gothic project of idol...
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Jun 07
Keystone + guests
Doors: 19:30

Keystone + guests


Awaken your senses with a fantastic night of Live Rock Music featuring 4 amazing original up and coming rock bands. The line up includes: KEYSTONE – THE SCAPOEGOATS – MEW...
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Aerial Salad | London, The Water Rats


Scruff of the Neck presents Aerial Salad Tickets: https://fatso.ma/ZmDg Listen: https://spoti.fi/3iIDDOH Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aerialsaladband/ Instagram: @aerial_salad Twitter: @AerialSalad Saturday 08 June 2024 | The Water Rats, London With support 18+ |...
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The Deenys – The Motherland Tour – LONDON


The Deenys are returning home for their debut UK/IRE tour this June! Opening night at The Water Rats in London. Support act – JORDAN ALLEN

Jun 15
Marconi Union
Doors: 19:00

Marconi Union


Live Music ends approx. 10.10pm / Bar till 11pm Marconi Union play their first headline London date since 2018’s sold out St Pancras show. They will be returning with a...
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Synth Night – Analog Electronica


Singer/songwriter Andy Oppenheimer of Oppenheimer MkII and formerly of Oppenheimer Analysis will be performing live with songwriter/producer Lee Simeone Enjoy classic tracks – Devil’s Dancers, New Mexico, Under Surveillance, and...
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Prohibition 35th Anniversary Live Show


Guitar Gangsters live performance of “Prohibition” and more. Support from special guest The Fiascos and Bite Me

The SPIZZENERGI Annual Summer Party


The legendary SPIZZENERGI Summer Party returns with a new venue and an all star lineup, featuring The Screaming Dead and Headsticks along with the Rock n Roll Cabaret.

Jun 29

12th London Bowie Event


Annual Bowie themed event (not for profit) in support of Terrence Higgins Trust. Live music featuring: Kevin Armstrong (Bowie/Iggy), Clare Hirst (Bowie Live Aid), Walker & The Brotherhood of The...
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electrasy and The Kynd at The Water Rats


electrasy with The Kynd at The Water Rats on Thursday 11th July “Indie Britpop band electrasy formed in the mid 90s dubbed by the NME as “the hardest working band...
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Punk n Roll Rendezvous // 82 – with Healthy Junkies + support tba


£8 advance – £10 OTD – TICKETS : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/punk-n-roll-rendezvous-82-with-healthy-junkies-supports-tba-tickets-773833676357 PUNK’N’ROLL RDV is a monthly event that started in July 2012 bringing you some of the best and original bands from...
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The Lonely Hands: Album Launch


Our debut album release “From Here To Something More” live @ The Water Rats on Friday 19th July £10 per ticket 50% of ticket sales goes to Nordoff & Robbins...
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The DekkerTones with special guests Filthy FIlthy at The Water Rats


The Dekkertones are an 8-piece Ska, Reggae & Rocksteady tribute band playing the very best in authentic ska and reggae from the Bluebeat & 60’s Trojan scene right through to...
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Jul 27
Ultramarine
Doors: 19:00

Ultramarine


Ultramarine [Live AV]

Harbinger Theatre presents: [computer]


Camden Fringe and Harbinger Theatre presents: [computer], an interactive show that requires audience’s honesty about identity in order to accurately conclude and market to the one great unifier of the...
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Aug 17

The Water Rats – London


Excited to announce our first performance in London and there isn’t any better place for first time, than the iconic and legendary www.facebook.com/TheWaterRatsVenue The venue has a prestigious history including...
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Sep 06

ABCM – WATER RATS LONDON


A BAND CALLED MALICE – Tribute to THE JAM. The number one choice tribute act of the devoted fans of The Jam. The high quality of their shows was rewarded...
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Sep 12

The Third Sound + support


SBD and DB Music presents THE THIRD SOUND Thursday September 12th ‘Most Perfect Solitude’ [May 17th, Fuzz Club Records] is the sixth studio album from The Third Sound, the Berlin...
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Oct 04

Ron’s Honky Tonk


Get ready to kick up your heels and sing along… Ron’s Honky Tonk is back at The Water Rats, Kings Cross on October 4th, 2024, for a night of unforgettable...
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Alice in Wonderland Psychedelic Party


Alice In Wonderland Psychedelic Party featuring Bad Acid and the Spooks Live On Stage

Holy Coves + Support | London


Holy Coves + Support The Water Rats London Saturday 23rd November

Dec 28
Rattus Inheritus
Doors: 19:30

Rattus Inheritus


Doors 1930 Band 2030