Every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
10-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Norwich open mic directory
Tombland · Every Wednesday · Free
Louis Marchesi Open Mic
Tombland's wednesday-night free open mic at **Louis Marchesi** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-minute slots, all ages.
Open mic at a glance Louis Marchesi · Norwich
Wednesday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
10 min
Slot length
Verified
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
Louis Marchesi Open Mic — Quick Facts
Tombland's wednesday-night free open mic at **Louis Marchesi** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-minute slots, all ages.
The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start20:00
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length10 min
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
Where
Louis Marchesi17 Tombland
Tombland
Norwich NR3 1HR
Tombland, Norwich — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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What's on Stage
Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About This Open Mic
The Night
Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
About Louis Marchesi
Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
### Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
### What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Norwich live music scene.
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17 Tombland, Tombland, Norwich NR3 1HR
Common Questions
Seven things people ask before turning up at Norwich's Louis Marchesi open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Norwich open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
10 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Norwich mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
17 Tombland, Tombland, Norwich NR3 1HR.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Norwich regulars across the Norwich open mic scene. Norwich open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
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