Henry's Bar in Exeter is a vibrant hub for local musicians, featuring an open mic night that encourages both original compositions and cover performances. With a welcoming atmosphere and a solid PA system, it provides an intimate setting for diverse musical styles to flourish. Regularly updated listings ensure that visitors can discover an array of talent in this grassroots venue.
Exeter · Every 1st Friday of the month · No fee listed
Henry's Bar Open Mic
Exeter open mic at Henry's Bar — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Next night: Fri 4 Dec. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 11 Nov 202620:00
Kick-off
Fridays
sign-up on the nightFridays
| Night | Every 1st Friday of the month |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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03 — The night
Every 1st Friday of the monthHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
FridaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
00:00 Venue closes
04 — Find Henry's Bar
ExeterGetting there
Mount Pleasant Rd,
Exeter EX4 7AB
Exeter EX4 7AB
The nearest station is St James 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
ExeterAbout the night
Henry's Bar on Mount Pleasant Road runs a monthly open mic on the first Friday of the month, hosted by 'Smoo' of local band Sweet Black Angels. It takes place in the main bar and welcomes everything from acoustic to full-on rock, all abilities, in front of a friendly but genuinely enthusiastic crowd — and there's a free pint for everyone who plays. The pub uses the night to scout local acts for paid gigs, so it's a good shop window as well as a fun jam.
Getting there
Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB.
Henry's Bar in Exeter is a vibrant hub for local musicians, featuring an open mic night that encourages both original compositions and cover performances. With a welcoming atmosphere and a solid PA system, it provides an intimate setting for diverse musical styles to flourish. Regularly updated listings ensure that visitors can discover an array of talent in this grassroots venue.
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Exeter · Every 1st Friday of the month
Henry's Bar Open Mic
Exeter open mic at Henry's Bar — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
- Friday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
- Listed since
- 11 Nov
- Last checked
- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Henry's Bar Open Mic — Quick Facts
Henry's Bar Open Mic runs on the 1st Friday of the month at Henry's Bar in Exeter, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 11 Nov 2026
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The night starts at 20:00. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightFri 4 Dec · 20:00Starts in 21d 12h 24m
Age18+
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
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NightFridayEvery 1st Friday of the monthNext: Fri 4 Dec
Starts20:00start time
Sign-upTBCsign-upNot confirmed yet
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
Henry's Bar on Mount Pleasant Road runs a monthly open mic on the first Friday of the month, hosted by 'Smoo' of local band Sweet Black Angels. It takes place in the main bar and welcomes everything from acoustic to full-on rock, all abilities, in front of a friendly but genuinely enthusiastic crowd — and there's a free pint for everyone who plays. The pub uses the night to scout local acts for paid gigs, so it's a good shop window as well as a fun jam.
Getting there
Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB.
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 Henry's Bar’s Friday night runs.
Next nightFri 4 Dec · 20:00Starts in 21d 12h 24m
Kick-off20:00Every 1st Friday of the month
Venue closes00:00The listed closing time
How often
Every 1st Friday of the month
Coming up
Fri 4 Dec · Fri 1 Jan · Fri 5 Feb
Kit
Henry's Bar provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find Henry's Bar
Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB
AddressMount Pleasant Rd
AreaExeter
PostcodeEX4 7AB
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is St James Park (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. Henry's Bar is in Exeter — use EX4 7AB 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
The Ale House, New Fountain Inn, The Plough Inn and The Cavern
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Friday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Henry's Bar provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Henry's Bar provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB.
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The nearest station is St James Park (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is EX4 7AB. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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