The Snipe Open Mic

The Snipe runs an open mic every Thursday in Bolton. The night kicks off around 8pm. Entry is free for performers and audience. PA + vocal mic are provided; bring your own instrument and amp. This listing is part of the Bolton open mic directory.

The Snipe in Audenshaw hosts a weekly open mic on Thursday evenings. This traditional Robinsons Brewery pub offers a warm atmosphere, great food, and a large beer garden.

Sign-up process

Sign-up details are not specified, but typically involve walk-in registration on the night.

Getting there

387 Manchester Rd, M34 5RP.

The venue

Traditional pub. 18+ policy. Features a large beer garden and serves food. A PA system and microphones are provided for performers.

About The Snipe

The Snipe is one of Bolton's open-mic venues on GigXchange — the kind of grass-roots room where new acts get their first stage time and the regulars shape the vibe of the night. Setup, signup process and crowd vary, so always cross-check the details panel above and arrive early if you want a slot.

Planning your Thursday night

Slot allocation is decided on the night, so turn up early to put your name down. Note: this is a 18+ venue.

It's a PA-and-vocal-mic setup, so bring your own instrument and a small amp if you need one. There's no drum kit or guitar amp on stage.

If Thursday doesn't suit, browse the rest of the Bolton open-mic scene for other nights of the week, or check the UK directory for venues nearer to you. Once you've played a few, see our guide on how to land paid gigs as an independent UK artist.