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 · Free
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.
Open mic at a glance Henry's Bar · Exeter
Friday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
12 min
Slot length
Verified
Listing status
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
Henry's Bar Open Mic — Quick Facts
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.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayFriday
Start20:00
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length12 min
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Henry's BarMount Pleasant Rd
Exeter EX4 7AB
Exeter — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Henry's Bar
About This Open Mic
Every 1st Friday of the month in Exeter
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
12-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Exeter open mic directory
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.
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 Henry's Bar’s Friday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:00Kick-off
00:00Venue closes
Every 1st Friday of the month 12-min slots Free entry
Find Henry's Bar
Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB
Planning Your Friday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Exeter live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Exeter open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
12 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Exeter mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
Mount Pleasant Rd, Exeter EX4 7AB.
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