The Golden Lion Open Mic

Name: Open Mic at The Golden Lion
Location: The Golden Lion

The Golden Lion Open Mic — Quick Facts

Gloucester open mic at The Golden Lion — 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 Golden Lion Golden Lion, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston
244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston
Gloucester BS7 8NZ

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 Golden Lion is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Gloucester. 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

Golden Lion, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NZ.

Photos

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Find The Golden Lion

Golden Lion, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Gloucester BS7 8NZ

Common Questions

Seven things people ask before turning up at Gloucester's The Golden Lion open mic.

How do I sign up to play at The Golden Lion 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 Gloucester open mics the same week.

What backline does The Golden Lion 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 Golden Lion open mic?

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

Is The Golden Lion open mic free?

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

Can I bring a band to The Golden Lion 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 Golden Lion?

Golden Lion, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Gloucester BS7 8NZ.

What's the audience like on a Wednesday night?

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