In the room
The experience
Camden's beating heart wrapped in velvet and sweat. You can taste the century of ghosts humming through the rafters while basslines shake the chandeliers. KOKO is less a venue than a séance, one where the living pay the cover charge to dance with the dead.
Insider tip
Walk in knowing
Grab a balcony spot early. It is the perfect view when the lights explode during the headliner. Then head upstairs to the House of KOKO for an after-hours set that will carry you past midnight.
Why it fits
Why it is in the atlas
A Camden Palace reborn. Theatre architecture as live-music room. The atlas needs one heritage British theatre and this is it.
Plan the trip
When to go, hours, getting there
Best time to go
Mid-week gigs (Tuesday through Thursday) are the best mix of programming and not-too-crowded. The post-refurbishment House of KOKO members' club above the main hall is a separate beast. Friday and Saturday late-night DJ programming runs after the main gig until 03:00.
Hours
Doors typically 19:00 to 23:00 for gigs, late club nights Friday and Saturday until 03:00. Box office Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 to 18:00. The House of KOKO members' rooms run separate hours.
Getting there
Northern Line to Mornington Crescent, 30 seconds from the venue door. Mornington Crescent to Camden Town is one minute on foot if Northern Line is suspended. From central London, 15 minutes. Buses 24, 27, 29, 134 stop at the door.
Straight from the source
Official site and tickets
Dates and tickets come from the venue itself. Opens koko.co.uk in a new tab.
FAQ
Questions people ask
Where is KOKO?
KOKO is in London (Camden), United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.5349, -0.1388.
What kind of music is at KOKO?
KOKO programmes Indie, Electronic. Restored 1900s theatre with modern production. Eclectic bookings, cinematic interiors. Red velvet meets LED. Nostalgia meets next-wave.
When is the best time to visit KOKO?
Mid-week gigs (Tuesday through Thursday) are the best mix of programming and not-too-crowded. The post-refurbishment House of KOKO members' club above the main hall is a separate beast. Friday and Saturday late-night DJ programming runs after the main gig until 03:00.
How do I get to KOKO?
Northern Line to Mornington Crescent, 30 seconds from the venue door. Mornington Crescent to Camden Town is one minute on foot if Northern Line is suspended. From central London, 15 minutes. Buses 24, 27, 29, 134 stop at the door.
Why is KOKO in the Sonic Paths atlas?
A Camden Palace reborn. Theatre architecture as live-music room. The atlas needs one heritage British theatre and this is it.
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