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.
City centre · Every Sunday · Free
King Cons Open Mic
City centre's sunday open mic.
Open mic at a glance King Cons · Stirling
Sunday
Open mic night
Jun 2026
Listed since
18 Jul
Last verified
Free
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Last updated: 2 June 2026
King Cons Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
Start20:00
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
King ConsCity centre
Stirling
City centre, Stirling — 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 King Cons
About This Open Mic
Every Sunday in City centre, Stirling
Kicks off at 20:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Stirling open mic directory
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.
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 King Cons’s Sunday night runs.
20:00Kick-off
Every Sunday Free entry
Find King Cons
City centre, Stirling
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early 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 Stirling live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Stirling open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Stirling mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
City centre, Stirling.
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