Smile Bar & Venue is a grassroots live-music hub on Wakefield Road in Aspley, Huddersfield, built inside a former snooker hall — eagle-eyed visitors can still spot old snooker-table fittings along the edge of the stage. Run with a clear mission to give unsigned acts a platform (it's backed by its own online station, Smile Radio), the venue holds roughly 250 seated and up to 650 standing for live shows, making it one of the larger grassroots rooms in the area. The programme spans original up-and-coming artists of any genre, tribute acts and comedy nights, with an open-mic-style new-talent night running on alternate Wednesdays hosted by Graeme and Peter. It's open Wednesday and Thursday from 4pm, Friday from 4pm till late, and from noon on Saturday and Sunday, operating as a cashless, card-only bar.
Smile Bar and Venue Open Mic
Huddersfield's weekly open mic night at Smile Bar and Venue.
Last updated: 28 July 2026
Smile Bar and Venue Open Mic — Quick Facts
Huddersfield's weekly open mic night at Smile Bar and Venue.
Everything you need before you turn up
Where
Smile Bar and Venue38 Wakefield Rd
Huddersfield HD1 3AQ
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About Smile Bar and Venue
About This Open Mic
The Night
Smile Bar & Venue on Wakefield Road in Huddersfield (38 Wakefield Rd, HD1 3AQ) runs its 'Live Lounge' open mic on alternate Wednesdays through the year, hosted by Graeme and Peter. It's an open, supportive night for up-and-coming artists of any genre, with other musicians cheering you on in a relaxed setting. You can submit your songs ahead of time via the form on the venue's website; the start time isn't published, so check with the bar before you go.
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The Night at a Glance
How Smile Bar and Venue’s Wednesday night runs.
Find Smile Bar and Venue
38 Wakefield Rd, Huddersfield HD1 3AQ
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive by 19:00 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.
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