Bar One sits in the heart of Derby city centre at 1 Newland Street and is a proper all-rounder: bar, lounge and event space rolled into one. Its stand-out feature is the city's only covered outdoor stage, which hosts a steady run of live music and comedy out in a large, sheltered beer garden — handy for gigs whatever the Derby weather. Inside you'll find live sports on the big screens, real ale, an extensive gin menu, a pool table and a relaxed smart-casual crowd. With the in-house PA on hand it's a ready-to-go spot for covers bands, originals acts and comedy nights alike.
Derby · Every Sunday · No fee listed
Bar One Open Mic
Derby's sunday open mic.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 19:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 11 Oct 202619:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every Sunday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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03 — The night
Every SundayHow the night runs
19:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
23:00 Venue closes
04 — Find Bar One
DerbyGetting there
Derby DE1 1JD
The nearest station is Derby (rail station), about 20 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
DerbyAbout the night
Bar One in Derby city centre hosts a weekly open mic on Sunday evenings on the city's only outdoor covered stage. It's a relaxed, free night that pulls in a steady crowd of regulars — there's even a dedicated Bar One Open Mic Facebook group for performers. Sign up on the night; live music and the occasional bit of comedy both find a home here.
Bar One sits in the heart of Derby city centre at 1 Newland Street and is a proper all-rounder: bar, lounge and event space rolled into one. Its stand-out feature is the city's only covered outdoor stage, which hosts a steady run of live music and comedy out in a large, sheltered beer garden — handy for gigs whatever the Derby weather. Inside you'll find live sports on the big screens, real ale, an extensive gin menu, a pool table and a relaxed smart-casual crowd. With the in-house PA on hand it's a ready-to-go spot for covers bands, originals acts and comedy nights alike.
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Derby · Every Sunday
Bar One Open Mic
Derby's sunday open mic. Starts at 19:00.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- May 2026
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- 11 Oct
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- No fee
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Bar One Open Mic — Quick Facts
Bar One Open Mic runs on Sundays at Bar One in Derby, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 11 Oct 2026
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Music starts around 19:00. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 24m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts19:00start time
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About This Open Mic
Bar One in Derby city centre hosts a weekly open mic on Sunday evenings on the city's only outdoor covered stage. It's a relaxed, free night that pulls in a steady crowd of regulars — there's even a dedicated Bar One Open Mic Facebook group for performers. Sign up on the night; live music and the occasional bit of comedy both find a home here.
The kit 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 Bar One’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 24m
Kick-off19:00Every Sunday
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
Bar One provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find Bar One
Derby DE1 1JD
AreaDerby
PostcodeDE1 1JD
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Derby (rail station), about 20 minutes' walk away. You'll find Bar One in Derby; DE1 1JD is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
Open mics nearby
Blacksmiths Lounge, The Shakespeare, The Brookfield and Bunk
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Bar One 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. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Derby open mic nights for alternatives.
Bar One provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for Bar One's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Derby open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
Bar One is in Derby DE1 1JD. Get directions, or see the other Derby open mics.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Derby regulars across the Derby open mic scene. Derby open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
The nearest station is Derby (rail station), about 20 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is DE1 1JD. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
Sign-up is walk-in on the night, so you do not need to book ahead. GigXchange doesn't publish venue phone numbers or emails. Browse other Derby open mics.
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10 — Venues near Bar One
All ›More rooms near Bar One: The Bless, The Brookfield, The Creaky Floorboard, The Flowerpot, The Lyric Rooms, The Maypole Inn, The Royal Standard, The Shakespeare, The Smithfield, Burton Folk Club and Catton Hall and Gardens.
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