King Cons is a lively independent bar on King Street in the heart of Stirling, opened in 2022. Alongside craft beer and cocktails it runs a regular live-music programme, including Sunday open-mic and acoustic sessions and the monthly Stirling Songwriters Circle hosted by local musician Barry Honeyman. It is a welcoming spot for singer-songwriters and acoustic acts in the town centre.
Stirling · Every Sunday · No fee listed
King Cons Open Mic
City centre's sunday open mic.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 8 Oct 202620:00
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
20:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
04 — Find King Cons
City centreGetting there
City centre, Stirling
05 — What's on stage
2 provided · 5 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
City centre, StirlingAbout the night
King Cons on King Street runs its Sunday Sessions open mic for acoustic acts looking to showcase covers or originals. It's a relaxed, free walk-in night in one of Stirling's livelier city-centre bars, which also runs DJs, karaoke and quizzes through the week. A guitar and PA are provided, so you can turn up and play, though you're welcome to bring your own instruments.
King Cons is a lively independent bar on King Street in the heart of Stirling, opened in 2022. Alongside craft beer and cocktails it runs a regular live-music programme, including Sunday open-mic and acoustic sessions and the monthly Stirling Songwriters Circle hosted by local musician Barry Honeyman. It is a welcoming spot for singer-songwriters and acoustic acts in the town centre.
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City centre · Every Sunday
King Cons Open Mic
City centre's sunday open mic. Starts at 20:00.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- Jun 2026
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- 8 Oct
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- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
King Cons Open Mic — Quick Facts
King Cons Open Mic runs on Sundays at King Cons in Stirling, 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 8 Oct 2026
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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 nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 12h 23m
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
Starts20:00start time
Sign-upWalk-insign-up
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
King Cons on King Street runs its Sunday Sessions open mic for acoustic acts looking to showcase covers or originals. It's a relaxed, free walk-in night in one of Stirling's livelier city-centre bars, which also runs DJs, karaoke and quizzes through the week. A guitar and PA are provided, so you can turn up and play, though you're welcome to bring your own instruments.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How King Cons’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 12h 23m
Sign-up opensTBCNot confirmed yet
Kick-off20:00Every Sunday
Music endsTBCNot confirmed yet
Venue closesTBCNot confirmed yet
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
King Cons provides a PA system and a guitar amp — 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 King Cons
City centre, Stirling
AreaCity centre, Stirling
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Getting there
You'll find King Cons in City centre, Stirling. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
Open mics nearby
The Old Toll Bar, The Allison Arms, The Glad Cafe CIC and McChuill's
Planning Your Sunday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. King Cons provides a PA system and a guitar amp — check the rest with the venue.
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Common Questions
8 things people want to know before Stirling's King Cons open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Stirling open mic nights for alternatives.
King Cons provides a PA system and a guitar amp — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for King Cons's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Stirling open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
King Cons is in Stirling. Get directions, or see the other Glasgow open mics.
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