VENUES

The Gathering Sounds 2026 takes place across 7 stages at various venues across Stockton town centre. Find venue info, websites and contact details here.

  • ARC Stockton Arts Centre is a cultural hub located right in the centre of Stockton hosting arts of all flavours throughout the year.

    The venue hosts two stages. The main stage is located in the point and the ARC2 stage is located in the theatre.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    ARC’s building is fully wheelchair accessible. There is level flooring throughout the building. A lift is available. There are accessible toilets on every floor. ARC 1 is located on the first floor of the building, and access to ARC 2 is located on the ground floor.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at box.office@arconline.co.uk or visit the ARC Website.

  • KU is one of Teesside’s longest running independent music venues and late bar with a strong history of platforming the best and brightest up-and-coming artists.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    One step to access venue. Wheelchair ramp available if required. Level flooring throughout once inside. Accessible toilets available.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at info@kubar.co.uk

    Venue Website

  • The Georgian Theatre is a historic independent live music venue ran by local music charity Tees Music Alliance. Located just off the High Street in Green Dragon Yard the venue hosts an eclectic mix of live music events throughout the year as well as supporting the local music scene with a wide range of activities.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    The building is wheelchair accessible with level flooring throughout the building and level access from the entrance. Accessible toilets are available. Seating can be provided on request.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at access@teesmusicalliance.org.uk

    Venue Website

  • Ran by the Tees Music Alliance, The Green Room is the sister venue of The Georgian Theatre located in Green Dragon Yard. The venue hosts the NAME stage for 2026.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    The building is wheelchair accessible with level access from the entrance. Accessible toilets are available. Seating can be provided on request.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at access@teesmusicalliance.org.uk

    Venue Website

  • The Link is a multifunctional venue located on Stockton High Street, adjoined to the iconic Stockton Globe. They host a range of intimate live gigs and comedy shows through the year and host our This Feeling stage for 2026.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    Level flooring throughout building. Wheelchair accessible toilet.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at StocktonAccess@theambassadors.com

    Venue Website

  • Located just above KU on Prince Regent Street, The Social Room is a 200 capacity venue styled on old school social clubs with a modern twist.

    ACCESSIBILITY

    Please note: Due to the age and nature of the building The Social Room is only accessible via stairs.

    Upper floor only, accessible by stairs. No ramp or lifts available.

    For more information you can contact the venue direct at info@thesocialroomstockton.co.uk

    Venue Website