Concerts and musical events at Queen Mary

Queen Mary boasts some of the finest venues for music-making in London and within the entire university sector. Furthermore, the East End of London is fast establishing itself as one of the most vibrant and innovative parts of the capital in which art and culture are being presented. Queen Mary is part of this artistic regeneration and recognises the role the historic venues it now owns have had. Music at Queen Mary presents a range of exciting, inspiring and enriching events, be they performed by Queen Mary students, external artists or a mix of the two.

Upcoming Music Events

Discover upcoming concerts, live music events, performances and society socials.

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Battle of the Bands – Queen Mary University of London Heat

Date: Thursday 19 November 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: The Cherry E3
Description: Join us for the Queen Mary University of London heat of Battle of the Bands, hosted at The Cherry E3. Come along to support the competing bands as they take to the stage!

Battle of the Bands – Finale

Date: Monday 23 November 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: London School of Economics (LSE)
Description: The Battle of the Bands competition reaches its finale at LSE. Join us for an exciting showcase of live music and performances from the competing bands!

BL Music Autumn Concert

Date: Friday 27 November 2026
Time: TBC (expected to start at 7:00 PM)
Venue: Old Library, Garrod Building, Whitechapel Campus
Description: Our biggest concert of the first term! Celebrate the incredible talent within BL Music, featuring performances from our ensembles, small groups and soloists.

Barts Guild

Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: Great Hall, St Bartholomew’s Hospital, West Smithfield, City of London
Description: TBC

BL Music Carol Service

Date: Monday 7 December 2026
Time: TBC
Venue: St Dunstan’s and All Saints Church, Stepney
Description: Join our choir and orchestra for our annual Christmas service, featuring traditional carols, readings and festive music.

Status: TBC – This event is not yet confirmed, as arrangements with St Dunstan’s Church are still being finalised.

BL Snowball Soirée

Date: TBC
Time: TBC
Venue: Old Library, Garrod Building, Whitechapel Campus
Description: TBC