Culturlann Ui Chanain is a 200-capacity Irish language and arts centre in the middle of Derry, programming gigs with a focus on Irish traditional music and artists creating as Gaeilge. Upcoming acts can land festival slots alongside nationally-known names, and the space is also available to rent for promoters and artists. The whole building is fully wheelchair-accessible. A Musicians' Union Fair Play venue.
Derry · Monthly on Fridays · Free
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin Open Mic
City Centre's friday open mic.
Kick-off 19:00. Free entry.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 8 Nov 202619:00
Kick-off
Fridays
sign-up on the nightFridays
| Night | Monthly on Fridays |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | Free · all ages |
| Backline | Ask the host |
01 — Inside the room
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| Performer types | Musicians |
The check
| Status | Verified running |
| Last checked | 8 Nov 2026 |
| Checked against | Venue website |
03 — The night
Monthly on FridaysHow the night runs
Once a month · Fridays
Check the date before you goRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
22:00 Last songs
04 — Find Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
City CentreGetting there
37 Great James Street,
City Centre, Derry BT48 7DF
City Centre, Derry BT48 7DF
05 — What's on stage
TBC| PA system | TBC |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
City Centre, DerryAbout the night
Club Trad is an open traditional session in the bar at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin on Great James Street, held on the second-last Friday of every month. A slow session for learners runs from 7pm to 8pm, followed by the regular session from 8pm until 10pm or later. It is led by a different musician each month and is free to attend. Musicians and listeners are both welcome whatever your level. Under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Culturlann Ui Chanain is a 200-capacity Irish language and arts centre in the middle of Derry, programming gigs with a focus on Irish traditional music and artists creating as Gaeilge. Upcoming acts can land festival slots alongside nationally-known names, and the space is also available to rent for promoters and artists. The whole building is fully wheelchair-accessible. A Musicians' Union Fair Play venue.
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City Centre · Monthly on Fridays
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin Open Mic
City Centre's friday open mic. Starts at 19:00.
- Friday
- Open mic night
- Aug 2026
- Listed since
- 8 Nov
- Last verified
- Free
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin Open Mic — Quick Facts
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin Open Mic runs on Fridays (monthly) at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin in Derry, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last verified 8 Nov 2026
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Music starts around 19:00, finishing about 22:00. It's walk-in sign-up - arrive early to get a slot.
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
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NightFridayMonthly on Fridays
Starts19:00until 22:00
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SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
Club Trad is an open traditional session in the bar at Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin on Great James Street, held on the second-last Friday of every month. A slow session for learners runs from 7pm to 8pm, followed by the regular session from 8pm until 10pm or later. It is led by a different musician each month and is free to attend. Musicians and listeners are both welcome whatever your level. Under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemTBC
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin’s Friday night runs.
Kick-off19:00Monthly on Fridays
Music ends22:00Last act finishes
How often
Monthly on Fridays
Getting there
City Centre, Derry, BT48 7DF - the map is below.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin
37 Great James Street, City Centre, Derry BT48 7DF
Address37 Great James Street
AreaCity Centre, Derry
PostcodeBT48 7DF
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin is in City Centre, Derry — use BT48 7DF 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
Clipper Quay Street Food Market, The Playhouse, The Derby Bar and Big John's Bar
Planning Your Friday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 22:00. The kit is not listed yet — ask the host what is provided.
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Common Questions
8 questions people ask before going to Derry's Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Derry open mic nights for alternatives.
Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin has not listed its kit yet — ask the host before you go.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes, entry to Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin's open mic was free at our last check, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Derry open mics.
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37 Great James Street, City Centre, Derry BT48 7DF.
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