Madison Heights in Maldon East, London, offers a unique platform for tribute acts while warmly welcoming original music and covers. With a grassroots vibe, the venue operates on a bring-your-own PA system, encouraging local talent to take the stage in an intimate setting. This flexibility fosters a diverse range of performances, making it a key spot for music enthusiasts in the area.
Maldon · Monthly on Wednesdays · Free
Madison Heights Open Mic
A monthly open mic at Madison Heights, Maldon (the weekday varies, check the next date).
Open mic at a glance Madison Heights · Maldon
Wednesday
Open mic night
Sept 2026
Listed since
09 Sept
Last verified
Free
Entry
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Last updated: 9 September 2026
Madison Heights Open Mic — Quick Facts
A monthly open mic at Madison Heights, Maldon (the weekday varies, check the next date).
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start19:00
Sign-up
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Madison Heights43 Park Drive
Maldon CM9 5JQ
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Highlights
Free entry for all
Sign-up via online
Music welcome
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About Madison Heights
About This Open Mic
Monthly on Wednesdays in Maldon
Kicks off at 19:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
Gear & backline — we’re on it, no info yet
Part of the Maldon open mic directory
The Night
Monthly open mic hosted by musician Richard Townend and promoted by the Maldon Festival CIO. Weekday varies, 16 July and 20 August 2026 were Thursdays and 23 September 2026 is a Wednesday, so check the current date. Free entry, all abilities, book a free place via Ticket Tailor.
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 Madison Heights’s Wednesday night runs.
19:00Kick-off
21:30Last songs
22:00Venue closes
Monthly on Wednesdays Free entry
Find Madison Heights
43 Park Drive, Maldon CM9 5JQ
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until 21:30. Bring your own gear.
Part of the Maldon live music scene.
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BYO PA, mics and instruments.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Maldon mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
43 Park Drive, Maldon CM9 5JQ.
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