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EVENTS

Our events mainly take place in the Big Mess, which we opened in December 2022.  It is a great space (max 120 people standing) with sultry jazz bar vibes (by night), stage, full PA and lighting, and works equally as well for cabaret style shows as it does for high energy all standing gigs!  
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We host a range of free, small entrance charge and ticketed events, and in addition to the bar in The Big Mess, we also have The Little Mess Bar which is  also open for pre-show drinks, during and after all gigs. In addition to our one-off events, we also have free live music every Sunday evening, and something going on most Thursdays. 
(Please be aware that we are an over 18s venue after 6.30pm, unless otherwise specified on events).

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REGULAR EVENTS

2nd Thursday of the month - Open Mic
Last Thursday of the month - Quiz Night, table bookings advised. (COMING SOON)
Select Thursdays: Original music/comedy
Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Live music from 7.30pm
Sunday : Cheese and Vinyl - 3pm

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  • DEFINITELY MAYBEEZ - YORKS PREMIER OASIS TRIBUTE
    DEFINITELY MAYBEEZ - YORKS PREMIER OASIS TRIBUTE
    Sat 13 Dec
    13 Dec 2025, 16:00 – 23:50
    DEFINITELY MAYBEEZ OASIS TRIBUTE NIGHT - LIVE AT THE MESS ROOM Join us at The Mess Room Live Lounge, Skipton for a special night of Britpop classics with a fantastic Oasis tribute performing all the biggest hits. Expect a full live set packed with Oasis anthems
  • Gingerbread House Decorating & Cocktails
    Gingerbread House Decorating & Cocktails
    Thu 18 Dec
    18 Dec 2025, 19:00 – 21:30
    Spend a festive few hours drinking cocktails and decorating your own gingerbread house!
  • James Spencer + Band
    James Spencer + Band
    Sat 27 Dec
    27 Dec 2025, 20:00 – 28 Dec 2025, 00:00
    Back with his incredible band, playing his new single, originals and HUGE Indie classics. Lets see Christmas off with a bang! 
  • NEW YEAR'S WITH ELTON
    NEW YEAR'S WITH ELTON
    Wed 31 Dec
    31 Dec 2025, 20:00 – 01 Jan 2026, 00:00
    Forever Elton is one of the UK's premier tribute acts, performing a 5 STAR reviewed, stunning homage to Elton John.
  • Shake That Grass
    Shake That Grass
    Sat 17 Jan
    17 Jan 2026, 20:30 – 23:00
    Original, traditional folk and pop music in the style of Americana bluegrass and roots music... So Strap in and hold on to your hats for a great musical experience!
  • Eddie Earthquake & The Tremors
    Eddie Earthquake & The Tremors
    Sat 21 Feb
    21 Feb 2026, 20:20 – 22 Feb 2026, 00:20
    Join us for an evening of 50's & 60's Rock n Roll brought to you by Eddie Earthquake and the Tremors! Bringing you authentic energetic beats, combined with great harmonies. Playing rock n roll & pop hits from the 1950's & 60's, this is not to be missed! 
  • The 309's
    The 309's
    Fri 13 Mar
    13 Mar 2026, 20:30 – 14 Mar 2026, 00:30
    West Yorkshire 5 piece, The 309s, have spent the last 14 years rocking and rolling their swing jive repertoire at events all over the country. Think Hank Williams, Bob Wills and Louis Jordan joining forces to make a classic 20th century sound that is the roots of Rock and Roll.
  • Leeds City Stompers
    Leeds City Stompers
    Fri 17 Apr
    17 Apr 2026, 20:30 – 18 Apr 2026, 00:30
    Leeds City Stompers take you time travelling back to a time of gangsters, illicit drinking dens, flappers and full dance floors. Since 2011 the band has being making music inspired by the blues, swing and ragtime sounds of the 1920s, 30s & 40s. Be entertained by the sounds that made rock & roll.
  • Strange Brew
    Strange Brew
    Thu 30 Apr
    30 Apr 2026, 20:00 – 01 May 2026, 00:00
    Strange Brew are a three piece band taking you on a trip through the finest rock and psychedelia from the 60's and '70s. Expect to hear staple classic's alongside album deep cuts from the likes of Pink Floyd, The Doors, Led Zeppelin and much more.
  • Meetwood Flac - A Saturday of Fleetwood Mac Live -
    Meetwood Flac - A Saturday of Fleetwood Mac Live -
    Sat 20 Jun
    20 Jun 2026, 20:30 – 21 Jun 2026, 00:30
    If you're yet to experience the thrill of a Meetwood Flac show then prepare to be blown away! Hear your favourite Fleetwood Mac hits played with flair, energy and authenticity from this hugely popular Cumbrian 5-piece.
  • Meetwood Flac - A Sunday of Fleetwood Mac Live -
    Meetwood Flac - A Sunday of Fleetwood Mac Live -
    Sun 21 Jun
    21 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:30
    If you're yet to experience the thrill of a Meetwood Flac show then prepare to be blown away! Hear your favourite Fleetwood Mac hits played with flair, energy and authenticity from this hugely popular Cumbrian 5-piece.
  • EMUS A Tribute To Muse
    EMUS A Tribute To Muse
    Thu 27 Nov
    27 Nov 2025, 20:00 – 28 Nov 2025, 23:00
    Introducing EMUS - the UK’s newest MUSE Tribute band. EMUS has been created by 3 Muse fans who wanted to celebrate the band’s back catalogue, and recreate THAT unique sound, which has won so many fans; leading them to become one of the biggest bands on the planet.
  • Man of The World - The Music of Peter Green
    Man of The World - The Music of Peter Green
    Thu 23 Oct
    23 Oct 2025, 20:30
    Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums.
  • (Sold Out) The Amy Winehouse Experience (On sale 15/4/25)
    (Sold Out) The Amy Winehouse Experience (On sale 15/4/25)
    Sat 27 Sept
    27 Sept 2025, 20:00 BST
    A full-stage show showcasing the talent of Amy Winehouse taking you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her song-writing legacy. With full backing band, The Amy Winehouse Experience provides an authentic tribute to the amazing talent, featuring Caroline Lowe as Amy.
  • The Intermission
    The Intermission
    Thu 21 Aug
    21 Aug 2025, 19:30 BST
    Local alternative indie rock band The Intermission with support from Zoltar. Free entry / Doors: 7.45pm
  • Sunday Sessions - The Native Cult
    Sunday Sessions - The Native Cult
    Sun 17 Aug
    17 Aug 2025, 19:30 BST
    One of our favourites, The Native Cult, are back with us, this time for a Sunday Session. Becca and Kieran play an arrangement of originals and quirky covers in their own unique style .... Piña Colada Song, Dancing in the Moonlight, All Night Long, Land Down Under, nothing is off limits!
  • The Jam Restart
    The Jam Restart
    Fri 15 Aug
    15 Aug 2025, 20:15
    The Jam Restart pay the ultimate homage to the most iconic band of the 70’s/80’s, The Jam. Featuring Mark Stelfox, Mike Greatbanks and Stuart Reid, expect to hear all the classics including ’Going Underground’ and ‘Town Called Malice’ as well as a great selection of album tracks!
  • Open Mic
    Open Mic
    Thu 14 Aug
    14 Aug 2025, 20:30
    Come join us for our monthly open mic night, always a great night! In-house acoustic, bass, keyboard, guitar amp. For anyone who doesn't play or sing, please come along, support new music and enjoy a brilliant night of music, great drinks and good vibes!
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