Coming up at Klub Kakofanney
We are now holding our first Friday events in The Gladiator Social Club on Iffley Road, (admission charges apply), and our Sunday events at The Tree in Iffley (admission free). Both venues are fully accessible.
Sunday 21st August 2022
The Mark Bosley Band
Sunday 21st August 2022. The Mark Bosley Band, Delta Hardware, Laima Bite: Music starts at 4pm. Free.
Friday 9th September 2022
Beaver Fuel
Friday 9th September 2022. Beaver Fuel, Gravid, Superloose: Doors open at 7:30pm. Music starts at 7:45pm. £8, pay at the door.
Sunday 25th September 2022
Sunday 25th September 2022. A free afternoon show at The Tree. Music starts at 4pm. Free.
Friday 7th October 2022
Pandapopalypse
Friday 7th October 2022. Pandapopalypse, Pearl Diver, Alcon Blue: Doors open at 7:30pm. Music starts at 7:45pm. £8, pay at the door.
Saturday 8th October 2022
MarysGarden
Saturday 8th October 2022. MarysGarden, The Mighty Redox, Emma Hunter, Mila Todd: Doors open at 7.30pm. Music starts at 7:45pm. £10, pay at the door.
Sunday 9th October 2022
Puppet Mechanic
Sunday 9th October 2022. Puppet Mechanic, Tony Batey and Sal Moore, TBC: Music starts at 4pm. Free.
More information about Klub Kakofanney events
Who founded Klub Kakofanney
Klub Kakofanney was founded by Phil Freizinger and Sue Smith, back in 1991, at a time when there was very little independent music and few music venues in Oxford. Its mission then, and now, was to support and encourage the independent music scene and unsigned musicians in Oxford, to provide a stage for both upcoming and established bands and artists to play. It is run on a not-for-profit basis, and staffed entirely by volunteers with a shared interest in original live music. We encourage bands to support one another and share backline where possible, to maximise performance time.
Klub Kakofanney was founded by Phil Freizinger and Sue Smith, back in 1991, at a time when there was very little independent music and few music venues in Oxford. Its mission then, and now, was to support and encourage the independent music scene and unsigned musicians in Oxford, to provide a stage for both upcoming and established bands and artists to play. It is run on a not-for-profit basis, and staffed entirely by volunteers with a shared interest in original live music. We encourage bands to support one another and share backline where possible, to maximise performance time.
Do I need to book in advance?
No. For most of our events you just need to turn up and pay at the door. If we think an event might be sold out, we'll make sure we mention it in our listing of the event. Most months though, you can just turn up and pay at the door.
No. For most of our events you just need to turn up and pay at the door. If we think an event might be sold out, we'll make sure we mention it in our listing of the event. Most months though, you can just turn up and pay at the door.
Do you have to be a club member?
No, it isn't a membership club at all. Anyone can come to our events, and everyone is welcome. Just turn up and pay at the door. However, the venues are licensed premises and may have an 18+ admissions policy.
No, it isn't a membership club at all. Anyone can come to our events, and everyone is welcome. Just turn up and pay at the door. However, the venues are licensed premises and may have an 18+ admissions policy.
Can I pay by card?
At the moment it is cash only for admission to the gig, and the Gladiator bar is also cash only. For our free Sunday sessions at The Tree, you can use cards at the bar.
At the moment it is cash only for admission to the gig, and the Gladiator bar is also cash only. For our free Sunday sessions at The Tree, you can use cards at the bar.
Can I buy tickets online?
When online ticketing is available, we will include a link to the ticket agency in our events listings.
When online ticketing is available, we will include a link to the ticket agency in our events listings.
Is there a smoking area?
For health reasons, both smoking and vaping is prohibited, but for Gladiator events we operate the hand-stamp system so that anyone who has paid to come in may leave and re-enter the venue as often as they wish, so it is easy for smokers and vapers to step outside for a few minutes to enjoy a cigarette. The Tree has a spacious garden where smoking is permitted.
For health reasons, both smoking and vaping is prohibited, but for Gladiator events we operate the hand-stamp system so that anyone who has paid to come in may leave and re-enter the venue as often as they wish, so it is easy for smokers and vapers to step outside for a few minutes to enjoy a cigarette. The Tree has a spacious garden where smoking is permitted.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Sorry, no. You cannot bring in your own drinks. We are using venues which have their own bars and providesa wide range of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, at competitive prices.
Sorry, no. You cannot bring in your own drinks. We are using venues which have their own bars and providesa wide range of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, at competitive prices.
Am I too old for rock music?
You are never too old, and you will find people of all ages at Klub Kakofanney events. We pride ourselves on our inclusiveness, creating a safe space, and everyone is welcome. You can dance, you can talk to people, or you can stand quietly and soak up the atmosphere. Its entirely up to you.
You are never too old, and you will find people of all ages at Klub Kakofanney events. We pride ourselves on our inclusiveness, creating a safe space, and everyone is welcome. You can dance, you can talk to people, or you can stand quietly and soak up the atmosphere. Its entirely up to you.
Is seating available?
Both venues have plenty of seating available, but it will be informal seating at tables, not theatre-style seating. If you need to be seated, or need tables moving to accommodate a wheelchair etc, please let us know and we will always do our best to make arrangements for you.
Both venues have plenty of seating available, but it will be informal seating at tables, not theatre-style seating. If you need to be seated, or need tables moving to accommodate a wheelchair etc, please let us know and we will always do our best to make arrangements for you.
Will the music be too loud?
It will definitely be loud, but that is part of the joy of live music, that it infuses every part of your body. Many professional musicians and frequent gig-goers use earplugs at gigs to protect their hearing. We don't want anyone to suffer hearing damage, so if it feels too loud to you or you have forgotten your earplugs, please ask us for some disposables.
It will definitely be loud, but that is part of the joy of live music, that it infuses every part of your body. Many professional musicians and frequent gig-goers use earplugs at gigs to protect their hearing. We don't want anyone to suffer hearing damage, so if it feels too loud to you or you have forgotten your earplugs, please ask us for some disposables.
Can I take photographs?
Yes, of course. Please restrict your photos to the band members on stage, and to your own friends and family. Please avoid using flash photography in the faces of the musicians while they are playing.
Yes, of course. Please restrict your photos to the band members on stage, and to your own friends and family. Please avoid using flash photography in the faces of the musicians while they are playing.
Are the Sunday sessions open-mic?
No, bands and musicians are booked in advance and have a proper time slot. Please read the document "Information for bands and musicians".
No, bands and musicians are booked in advance and have a proper time slot. Please read the document "Information for bands and musicians".