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.
Cardiff · Every Thursday · No fee listed
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.
Next night: Thu 19 Nov. Kick-off 20:00, sign-up from 19:30. 12-minute slots. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 27 Aug 202620:00
Kick-off
Thursdays
sign-up from 19:30Thursdays
| Night | Every Thursday |
| Sign-up | 19:30 walk-in |
| Slot | 12 min |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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Before you goEverything you need to know
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| Performer types | Musicians |
The check
| Status | Verified running |
| Last checked | 27 Aug 2026 |
| Checked against | Music directory |
03 — The night
Every ThursdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
ThursdaysRunning order
19:30 Sign-up· Walk-in
20:00 Kick-off· 12-minute slots
23:00 Venue closes
04 — Find The Canton Cross Vaults
CantonGetting there
1 Leckwith Rd,
Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ
Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ
The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
1 provided · 6 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
Canton, CardiffAbout 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.
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.
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Canton · Every Thursday
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.
- Thursday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
- Listed since
- 27 Aug
- Last verified
- No fee
- Entry
- 12 min
- Slot length
- Verified
- Listing status
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Canton Cross Vaults Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Canton Cross Vaults Open Mic runs on Thursdays at The Canton Cross Vaults in Cardiff, starting at 20:00 with sign-up from 19:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last verified 27 Aug 2026
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Checked against the venue’s own listing See The Canton Cross Vaults’s venue page →
Music starts around 20:00. It's walk-in sign-up, with the list opening at 19:30 - arrive early to get a slot. Each act gets about 12 minutes. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 02m
Age18+
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
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NightThursdayEvery ThursdayNext: Thu 19 Nov
Starts20:00start time
Sign-up19:30Walk-in
Slots12minutes each
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About This Open Mic
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 systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Canton Cross Vaults’s Thursday night runs.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 02m
Sign-up opens19:30Walk-in on the night
Kick-off20:00Every Thursday
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
Slots12minutes each
How often
Every Thursday
Coming up
Thu 19 Nov · Thu 26 Nov · Thu 3 Dec
Kit
The Canton Cross Vaults provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive for 19:30 to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on, and plan a set that fits 12 minutes.
Find The Canton Cross Vaults
1 Leckwith Rd, Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ
Address1 Leckwith Rd
AreaCanton, Cardiff
PostcodeCF11 8HJ
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. The Canton Cross Vaults is in Canton, Cardiff — use CF11 8HJ for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
Foundry Social, The Horse & Groom, The Horse & Groom and Legends Club
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Thursday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. The Canton Cross Vaults provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Common Questions
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Cardiff open mic nights for alternatives.
The Canton Cross Vaults provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
12 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
No entry fee is listed for The Canton Cross Vaults's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Cardiff open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
1 Leckwith Rd, Canton, Cardiff CF11 8HJ.
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The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is CF11 8HJ. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
Sign-up is walk-in on the night, from 19:30, so you do not need to book ahead. GigXchange doesn't publish venue phone numbers or emails. Browse other Cardiff open mics.
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The Canton Cross Vaults open mic in brief. The Canton Cross Vaults open mic runs every Thursday from 20:00 (no fee listed); sign-up opens 19:30 and slots run about 12 minutes. The Canton Cross Vaults’ venue page lists its kit and capacity if you want to come back with a full band. For a different night this week, the open mics near Cardiff are listed by day.
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