Every Tuesday in Byard Lane, Nottingham
Kicks off at 19:00, sign-up from 18:30
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Nottingham open mic directory
Byard Lane · Every Tuesday · Free
The Tap House Notts Open Mic
The Tap House Notts hosts a weekly open mic in Nottingham every Tuesday, offering a full backline and free entry.
Open mic at a glance The Tap House Notts · Nottingham
Tuesday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
18:30
Sign-up time
Community
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Tap House Notts Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Tap House Notts hosts a weekly open mic in Nottingham every Tuesday, offering a full backline and free entry.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayTuesday
Start19:00
Sign-up18:30 walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
Where
The Tap House Notts10 Byard Ln
Byard Lane
Nottingham
Byard Lane, Nottingham — 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 Tap House Notts in Nottingham hosts a weekly open mic on Tuesday evenings. This modern bar is known for its craft beers and vibrant atmosphere.
180-210 minutes, roughly 12-18 acts at 10-15 minutes each.
Sign-up process
Sign up from 6:30pm at the venue. Walk-in sign-ups only.
Getting there
10 Byard Ln, NG1 2GJ. A short walk from Nottingham train station.
The venue
A modern bar. 18+ policy. Full backline provided including PA system, microphones, guitar amp, bass amp, drum kit, and keys.
About The Tap House Notts
The Tap House Notts stands out in Nottingham's vibrant music scene with its welcoming atmosphere for both original acts and cover bands. This grassroots venue is equipped with a quality PA system, fostering a diverse array of genres and giving local talent a platform to shine. Its intimate setting encourages a close connection between performers and audiences, making each event a unique experience.
Planning Your Tuesday Night
Arrive by 18:30 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 Nottingham live music scene.
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10 Byard Ln, Byard Lane, Nottingham
Common Questions
Seven things people ask before turning up at Nottingham's The Tap House Notts open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 18:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Nottingham 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 Nottingham mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
10 Byard Ln, Byard Lane, Nottingham.
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