Open mic nights in London
Where to play in London, with the day, the time and how to get a slot. The nights we run are marked. For everything else we list what the venue or the host has published, so check with them before you travel.
Other nights around London
Run by other people. We list what the venue or the host has published, so check with them before you travel.
Central
The Bull and The Hide
run by UK Open MicEvery Tuesday · from 7pm
A minute from Liverpool Street on Devonshire Row, in a pub and hotel with its own restaurant. Free to play, ten minutes a slot, and walk-ups are taken.
Next scheduled: Tuesday 10 November
Worked out from the night’s usual pattern. Check with the venue before making arrangements.
The Craft Beer Co. Covent Garden
run by Accelerando RecordsEvery Friday · 7.30pm–10.30pm
Each week is a heat, with the audience voting for a winner who goes to a ticketed final with a £200 prize and two hours of studio time. Six acts have to show up for the competition to run. Free entry, over-18s with physical ID.
Next scheduled: Friday 13 November
Worked out from the night’s usual pattern. Check with the venue before making arrangements.
Marlborough Arms
run by UK Open MicEvery Tuesday · from 7.30pm
Free, with one ten-minute slot per person, set-up included, and booking ahead is advised. Backing tracks are fine for anyone bringing their own player and 3.5mm lead. Goodge Street is three minutes away.
Next scheduled: Tuesday 10 November
Worked out from the night’s usual pattern. Check with the venue before making arrangements.