The Bobbin in Aberdeen offers a versatile platform for emerging and established artists, embracing both original compositions and crowd-pleasing covers. This grassroots venue supports a range of genres, ensuring a varied musical experience for its patrons. With a reliable PA system, The Bobbin fosters an inclusive atmosphere where creativity thrives and local talent can shine.
Aberdeen · Every Wednesday · Free
The Bobbin Open Mic
Aberdeen's wednesday open mic.
Open mic at a glance The Bobbin · Aberdeen
Wednesday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
29 Jul
Last verified
Free
Entry
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Sign-up time
Community
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Bobbin Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start20:00
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
The BobbinAberdeen AB24 5ST
Aberdeen — 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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About The Bobbin
About This Open Mic
Every Wednesday in Aberdeen
Kicks off at 20:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Aberdeen open mic directory
The Night
The Bobbin is a friendly student bar on King Street, opposite Aberdeen University, and its line-up has long included open mic nights alongside quizzes, bingo and live sport. We haven't been able to pin down a confirmed weekly day, time or host for the open mic from a primary source, so treat the schedule as unconfirmed and check the Bobbin's Instagram (@bobbin.aberdeen) or Facebook before heading down. Expect a relaxed, good-value student crowd. Entry is free.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How The Bobbin’s Wednesday night runs.
20:00Kick-off
00:00Venue closes
Every Wednesday Free entry
Find The Bobbin
Aberdeen AB24 5ST
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early 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 Aberdeen live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Aberdeen's The Bobbin open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
Aberdeen AB24 5ST.
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