Every Wednesday in Chapeltown, Bolton
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
12-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Bolton open mic directory
Chapeltown · Monthly on Wednesdays · Free
The Chetham Arms Open Mic
Bolton open mic at The Chetham Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance The Chetham Arms · Bolton
Wednesday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
12 min
Slot length
Verified
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Chetham Arms Open Mic — Quick Facts
Bolton open mic at The Chetham Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start20:00
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length12 min
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
Where
The Chetham Arms83 High St, Chapeltown
Chapeltown
Bolton BL7 0EW
Chapeltown, Bolton — 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
How do you rate this open mic?One tap, no sign-up required.
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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
The Chetham Arms is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Bolton. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
83 High St, Chapeltown, Bolton BL7 0EW.
Photos
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About The Chetham Arms
The Chetham Arms in Chapeltown, Bolton, is a vibrant hub for local talent, welcoming both original works and covers across mixed genres. The venue features a reliable PA system, making it an ideal spot for open mic nights and intimate performances. With its community-focused atmosphere, it fosters a supportive environment for emerging artists to showcase their skills.
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 Bolton live music scene.
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83 High St, Chapeltown, Chapeltown, Bolton BL7 0EW
Common Questions
Seven things people ask before turning up at Bolton's The Chetham Arms open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Bolton open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
12 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Bolton mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
83 High St, Chapeltown, Chapeltown, Bolton BL7 0EW.
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