The Old Moseley Arms in Balsall Heath stands out for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to supporting local talent. With a diverse music policy that embraces both originals and covers, the venue regularly hosts open mic nights that invite musicians from various genres to showcase their skills. Equipped with a reliable PA system, it fosters a vibrant community spirit in Birmingham's grassroots music scene.
Balsall Heath · Every Sunday · Free
The Old Moseley Arms Open Mic
Birmingham open mic at The Old Moseley Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance The Old Moseley Arms · Birmingham
Sunday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
12 min
Slot length
Community
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Old Moseley Arms Open Mic — Quick Facts
Birmingham open mic at The Old Moseley Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
Start20:30
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length12 min
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
The Old Moseley Arms53 Tindal St, Balsall Heath
Balsall Heath
Birmingham B12 9QU
Balsall Heath, Birmingham — 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 Old Moseley Arms
About This Open Mic
Every Sunday in Balsall Heath, Birmingham
Kicks off at 20:30, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
12-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Birmingham open mic directory
The Night
The Old Moseley Arms is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Birmingham. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
53 Tindal St, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9QU.
Photos
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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 Old Moseley Arms’s Sunday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:30Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every Sunday 12-min slots Free entry
Find The Old Moseley Arms
53 Tindal St, Balsall Heath, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9QU
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive by 19:30 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 Birmingham live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Birmingham's The Old Moseley Arms open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Birmingham open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
12 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Birmingham mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
53 Tindal St, Balsall Heath, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9QU.
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