The Canton Cross Vaults in Cardiff fosters a vibrant community atmosphere, welcoming both original acts and cover performances across mixed genres. With a dedicated PA system, it serves as a popular spot for open mic nights, showcasing local talent and providing a platform for emerging musicians. This grassroots venue invites creativity in a relaxed setting, making it a staple in Cardiff's live music scene.
Canton · Every Thursday · Free
The Canton Cross Vaults Open Mic
Cardiff open mic at The Canton Cross Vaults — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance The Canton Cross Vaults · Cardiff
Thursday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
12 min
Slot length
Verified
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Canton Cross Vaults Open Mic — Quick Facts
Cardiff open mic at The Canton Cross Vaults — listed on Google Places. Schedule below 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
DayThursday
Start20:00
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 Canton Cross Vaults1 Leckwith Rd
Canton
Cardiff CF11 8HJ
Canton, Cardiff — 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 Canton Cross Vaults
About This Open Mic
Every Thursday in Canton, Cardiff
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
12-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Cardiff open mic directory
The Night
The Canton Cross Vaults is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Cardiff. 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
1 Leckwith Rd, Cardiff CF11 8HJ.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
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 Canton Cross Vaults’s Thursday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:00Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every Thursday 12-min slots Free entry
Find The Canton Cross Vaults
1 Leckwith Rd, Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ
Planning Your Thursday 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 Cardiff live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Cardiff's The Canton Cross Vaults open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Cardiff 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 Cardiff mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
1 Leckwith Rd, Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ.
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