McPhail's is a live music venue in Leven, hosting regular open mic nights for local musicians and performers. Whether you're a seasoned gigging musician or stepping up to perform for the first time, McPhail's provides a welcoming stage and audience.
Leven · Every Thursday · No fee listed
McPhail's Open Mic
Weekly open mic night at McPhail's pub in Leven, Fife, every Thursday from 8pm.
Next night: Thu 5 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
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| Night | Every Thursday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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Listed in the Leven open mic directory02 — The details
Before you goEverything you need to know
The facts| Capacity | – |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | mcphails.co.uk |
The check
| Status | Being verified |
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03 — The night
Every ThursdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
ThursdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
04 — Find McPhail's
LevenGetting there
North St,
Leven KY8 4LY
Leven KY8 4LY
The nearest station is Leven (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
2 provided · 5 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
LevenAbout the night
McPhail's in Leven hosts a weekly open mic on Thursday evenings. This traditional pub and bar offers a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors.
Sign-up process
Sign-up details are not explicitly stated, but typically involve signing up on the night.
Getting there
North St, Leven, KY8 4LY.
The venue
A traditional pub and bar with an 18+ policy due to being a licensed premises. The venue hosts regular live music and karaoke, suggesting a dedicated performance area, and offers a selection of food and drinks.
McPhail's is a live music venue in Leven, hosting regular open mic nights for local musicians and performers.
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Leven · Every Thursday
McPhail's Open Mic
Weekly open mic night at McPhail's pub in Leven, Fife, every Thursday from 8pm.
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May 2026
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Last updated: 2 June 2026
McPhail's Open Mic — Quick Facts
Weekly open mic night at McPhail's pub in Leven, Fife, every Thursday from 8pm.
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NightThursdayEvery ThursdayNext: Thu 5 Nov
Starts20:00start time
Sign-upWalk-insign-up
Music starts around 20:00. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightThu 5 Nov · 20:00Starts in 21h 53m 20s
Age18+
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
Websitemcphails.co.uk
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About This Open Mic
McPhail's in Leven hosts a weekly open mic on Thursday evenings. This traditional pub and bar offers a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors.
Sign-up process
Sign-up details are not explicitly stated, but typically involve signing up on the night.
Getting there
North St, Leven, KY8 4LY.
The venue
A traditional pub and bar with an 18+ policy due to being a licensed premises. The venue hosts regular live music and karaoke, suggesting a dedicated performance area, and offers a selection of food and drinks.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA system
Drum kit · TBC
Guitar amp · TBC
Bass amp · TBC
Keys / keyboard · TBC
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer · TBC
The Night at a Glance
How McPhail's’s Thursday night runs.
20:00
Kick-off
ThursdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
Find McPhail's
North St, Leven KY8 4LY
AddressNorth St
AreaLeven
PostcodeKY8 4LY
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Leven (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. McPhail's is in Leven — use KY8 4LY for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Thursday Night
Arrive early to get your name down. McPhail's provides a PA system and 2 vocal mics — check the rest with the venue.
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07 — Small print9 answersCommon questionsCommon Questions
9 things people ask before turning up at Leven's McPhail's open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Leven open mic nights for alternatives.
McPhail's provides a PA system and 2 vocal mics — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for McPhail's's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Leven open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
North St, Leven KY8 4LY.
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The nearest station is Leven (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is KY8 4LY. (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 - the venue's own website is linked on this page. Browse other Leven open mics.
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