Brighton Tavern stands out in Brighton's vibrant music scene with its welcoming atmosphere for both original acts and cover bands. The venue features a solid PA system, accommodating a diverse range of genres, making it a popular spot for emerging artists. With its central location on Gloucester Road, it draws in a mix of locals and visitors eager to explore new sounds.
Brighton · Every Monday · Free
Brighton Tavern Open Mic
Weekly open mic night at Brighton Tavern in Brighton, featuring local talent every Monday evening.
Open mic at a glance Brighton Tavern · Brighton
Monday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
24 Jul
Last verified
Free
Entry
19:30
Sign-up time
Community
Listing status
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Last updated: 2 June 2026
Brighton Tavern Open Mic — Quick Facts
Weekly open mic night at Brighton Tavern in Brighton, featuring local talent every Monday evening.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayMonday
Start20:00
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Brighton Tavern99-100 Gloucester Rd
Brighton BN1 4AP
Brighton — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Brighton Tavern
About This Open Mic
Every Monday in Brighton
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Brighton open mic directory
The Night
Brighton Tavern in Brighton hosts a weekly open mic on Monday evenings. This traditional pub offers a welcoming atmosphere for performers and audience alike.
Sign-up process Sign up in person at the venue from 7:30 PM.
Getting there 99-100 Gloucester Rd, BN1 4AP.
The venue Traditional pub. All ages welcome. Features a welcoming space for live music.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How Brighton Tavern’s Monday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:00Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every Monday Free entry
Find Brighton Tavern
99-100 Gloucester Rd, Brighton BN1 4AP
Planning Your Monday 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 Brighton live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Brighton 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 Brighton mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
99-100 Gloucester Rd, Brighton BN1 4AP.
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