Every Sunday in Aberdeen
Kicks off at 19:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
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Aberdeen · Every Sunday · Free
The Cock & Bull Open Mic
Weekly Sunday open mic night at The Cock & Bull in Balmedie, Aberdeen, welcoming all local talent.
Open mic at a glance The Cock & Bull · Aberdeen
Sunday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Cock & Bull Open Mic — Quick Facts
Weekly Sunday open mic night at The Cock & Bull in Balmedie, Aberdeen, welcoming all local talent.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
Start19:00
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
Where
The Cock & BullEllon Rd
Aberdeen
Aberdeen — 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
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
About This Open Mic
The Night
The Cock & Bull in Balmedie, Aberdeen hosts a weekly open mic on Sunday evenings. This traditional Scottish gastropub offers a welcoming atmosphere for performers and audience alike.
Sign-up process
Sign-up is typically on the night, likely on a first-come, first-served basis.
Getting there
Ellon Rd, Balmedie, Aberdeen, AB23 8XY.
The venue
A traditional Scottish pub and gastropub. All ages are welcome to attend. The venue features a bar and kitchen serving food.
About The Cock & Bull
The Cock & Bull in Aberdeen stands out for its welcoming atmosphere and support of emerging talent, offering a platform for both original music and covers across mixed genres. With a reliable PA system in place, the venue fosters a vibrant community of local artists and music lovers, making it a key spot for grassroots music in the city.
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early 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 Aberdeen live music scene.
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Ellon Rd, Aberdeen
Common Questions
Seven things people ask before turning up at Aberdeen's The Cock & Bull open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Aberdeen open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Aberdeen mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
Ellon Rd, Aberdeen.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Aberdeen regulars across the Aberdeen open mic scene. Aberdeen open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
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