The Gate Open Mic

Name: Open Mic at The Gate
Location: The Gate

The Gate Open Mic — Quick Facts

Cardiff open mic at The Gate — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.

✓ Verified active Last verified 28 Apr 2026 Source: google.com + venue confirmation

The Details

Everything you need before you turn up

DayWednesday

Start8pm

Sign-up7:30pm walk-in

Slot length12 min

EntryFree · 18+

Capacity–

Performer typesMusic

Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night

Where

The Gate The Gate, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath
Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath
Cardiff CF24 3JW

Contact

Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team

Highlights

Free entry

PA provided

Music18+Walk-in

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What's on Stage

The Gate is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Cardiff. 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

The Gate, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3JW.

Photos

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Find The Gate

The Gate, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3JW

Common Questions

Seven things people ask before turning up at Cardiff's The Gate open mic.

How do I sign up to play at The Gate open mic?

Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 7:30pm. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. Backup options if you don't get on: other Cardiff open mics the same week.

What backline does The Gate provide?

PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp. Need a venue with full backline? Try the backline filter.

How long is a slot at The Gate open mic?

12 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band.

Is The Gate open mic free?

Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Cardiff mics are free; browse the list.

Can I bring a band to The Gate open mic?

Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band. For full-band-friendly mics, filter the directory by backline.

Where is The Gate?

The Gate, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, Business Centre, Keppoch St, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3JW.

What's the audience like on a Wednesday night?

Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Cardiff regulars who turn up across the Cardiff live music scene. Cardiff open mic crowds tend to listen attentively — this isn't a chatter-over-the-music kind of night.