Welcome to GigPig — your essential tool for booking and managing your live music and entertainment in Birmingham. If you’re an artist looking to get gigs at some of the best venues across Birmingham, our app can help.
Our world-class music marketplace seamlessly connects venues and bookers with the best musicians, DJs and entertainers in Birmingham.
Gig booking platform… for artists
So, what happens once you register with GigPig?
- Showcase your talent: You can create multiple profiles, whether you’re a solo artist or a band. Upload your media to show off your gig styles, formats, and genres. If you perform in other locations as well as Birmingham, you can change your settings to receive nationwide gig offers.
- Automatic invoicing: Admin made easy. We’ll automatically invoice the venue for you once you’ve finished a gig. The best part? All of the money will go directly to your bank account. Plus, you’ll be able to find all previous invoices in one place.
- Calendar management: Say goodbye to scribbled diary notes and phone reminders. Our gig calendar offers live updates whenever a gig is confirmed or signed off, providing a clear, intuitive overview of your schedule.
Learn more about using GigPig as an artist.
Gig booking platform… for venues
If you’re looking for fresh musical talent in Birmingham, here’s what you can expect with GigPig:
- Instant access to verified artists: No more wasting time searching for talent. You’ll gain access to our frequently updated catalogue of verified artists, specialising in different styles and genres to suit your venue. Don’t forget to watch their previews for a sound of what’s to come!
- Payment options to suit you: Choose automated accounting with HMRC-compliant invoices and batch-processing or a one-stop payment house where we handle artist payments with a single invoice and hassle-free setup.
- Multi-venue management: Manage individual or multiple venues from one central hub. Our calendar offers real-time gig updates, as well as adjustable filters, so you can get a clear overview of your entertainment schedule.
- GigPig’s Website Plugin: Take your venue’s website to the next level by sharing upcoming gigs on your homepage. Keep your ‘What’s On’ section updated, populated, and busy, helping increase revenue and footfall.
Learn more about using GigPig as a venue.
Never pay more than a £15 booking fee per gig
Transparency is key for us. We know how important it is for music artists and venues to know exactly what they’re paying for. With GigPig, you won’t need to worry about hidden or varied booking fees because our pricing will always stay clear and transparent.
For artists, our marketplace offers free access to the best Birmingham music venues.
For venues looking to book gigs in Birmingham, simply choose the best payment method for your needs, and know you can change it anytime:
- Pay as you go (£15 per month): Pay for each gig you book.
- Standard access (£199 per month): For venues that book up to 20 gigs monthly.
- Enterprise access (£349): For venues that book up to 60 gigs per month.
We also offer premium booking management and music consultancy services for a bespoke booking solution. Get in touch to learn more.
Why book gigs and get gigs with GigPig?
Our mission is clear — we’re here to transform how you manage live entertainment, whether you’re a DJ, live music performer, band, or venue.
With 3,000 venues and over 10,000 artists using GigPig to secure the best venues and musical talent across Birmingham and beyond, we’re proud to have added over £15 million to the UK’s artist economy. We have increased footfall in the hospitality sector with our seamless gig booking platform.
After seeing artists struggling to earn a fair share of their profits and event organisers being held back by outdated scheduling technology, we created GigPig to bridge the gap. GigPig empowers and uplifts both sides — because that’s what music is all about.
FAQs
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