The Joiners Arms is a classic back-street community pub among Lincoln's Victorian terraces on Victoria Street, with two open fires and four rotating real ales from small UK breweries. It runs an open mic night on alternate Saturdays, starting around 9pm, sitting alongside its Tuesday quiz and traditional Irish music sessions. Free to enter and walk-up, it's a cosy, characterful spot for a fortnightly turn at the mic.
About The Joiners Arms
The Joiners Arms is a classic back-street pub tucked among the Victorian terraces just off Lincoln's West Parade, a five-minute walk from the city centre. It's a real-ale local with two open fires that hosts live entertainment alongside its beer festivals and quiz nights, including a fortnightly open mic on alternate Saturdays from 9pm and occasional themed live-music nights such as American folk. With Lincoln's only bar-billiards table and a rear beer garden, it's an unpretentious, community-minded spot for grassroots performers.
Planning Your Saturday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. Bring your own gear.
What should you charge for paid gigs?Most open mic musicians are ready for paid work sooner than they think. Check live UK rates by role, city, and venue size.