Bristol Open Mics — Updated 28 Apr 2026

Open Mic Nights in Bristol

4 weekly open mics across Gloucester Rd, Park Row, Stokes Croft. Updated weekly.

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4 Open Mics Across Bristol

4 Weekly Mics 3 Nights a Week 100% Free Entry 2 With Full Backline Updated

Bristol runs at least one open mic every night of the week we cover — 4 weekly nights across Bristol, from venues like The Gallimaufry. About 100% are free for performers and audience, and 2 venues offer a full backline. Monday and Tuesday are the busiest, holding 75% of the week's listings. We re-verify every Bristol mic monthly — the date below shows the last check.

By Day of the Week

Pick a night, see what's on. Each card shows venue, sign-up time, slot length, fee and backline.

Monday 2 mics

Tuesday 1 mic

Wednesday 1 mic

Bristol Open Mic FAQs

The Gallimaufry is one of the most-recommended starter mics — check the cards above for full backline + walk-in sign-up venues, which tend to be most welcoming for first-timers.
Bristol has 3 different open-mic nights running across the week. Use the day filter above to see what's on tonight.
Yes — all 4 weekly open mics in Bristol are free for performers and audience.
2 of Bristol's 4 open mics have a full backline (drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, mics). Filter by 'Full backline' tag to see them.
Show up to the same mic 4-6 weeks in a row — hosts run on consistency. Once you're known, ask the host directly about a featured or paid support slot.

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