The Allison Arms is a much-loved Southside Glasgow pub at 720 Pollokshaws Road (Pollokshields, G41), trading since 1884 and known for a strong line in German cask and craft ales and single malts. It is dog-friendly and runs a busy weekly events calendar. For performers the centrepiece is the free Wednesday-night open mic from 8pm — a PA and vocal mics are provided, walk-in sign-up opens at 7.30pm and 12-minute slots fill fast on the night, so early arrival is advised. Beyond that, there is Saturday-night karaoke and a Thursday pub quiz, making it a friendly, low-pressure first stage for acoustic acts and singer-songwriters.
Glasgow · Every Sunday · No fee listed
The Allison Arms Open Mic
Glasgow open mic at The Allison Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 19:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 28 Aug 202619:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every Sunday |
| 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 SundayHow the night runs
19:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
00:00 Venue closes
04 — Find The Allison Arms
GlasgowGetting there
720 Pollokshaws Rd,
Glasgow G41 2AD
Glasgow G41 2AD
The nearest station is Queens Park (rail station), about 5 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
GlasgowAbout the night
The Allison Arms is a much-loved Southside pub on Pollokshaws Road (open since 1884), known for its German cask and craft ales and a U-shaped bar. Its weekly open mic runs on Sunday evenings, hosted by Matthew Malone and Crawford Smith — a friendly, welcoming session where players get a free drink and a warm reception from the staff. Free to play; turn up on the night.
Getting there
720 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2AD.
The Allison Arms is a much-loved Southside Glasgow pub at 720 Pollokshaws Road (Pollokshields, G41), trading since 1884 and known for a strong line in German cask and craft ales and single malts. It is dog-friendly and runs a busy weekly events calendar. For performers the centrepiece is the free Wednesday-night open mic from 8pm — a PA and vocal mics are provided, walk-in sign-up opens at 7.30pm and 12-minute slots fill fast on the night, so early arrival is advised. Beyond that, there is Saturday-night karaoke and a Thursday pub quiz, making it a friendly, low-pressure first stage for acoustic acts and singer-songwriters.
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Glasgow · Every Sunday
The Allison Arms Open Mic
Glasgow open mic at The Allison Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
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- Apr 2026
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The Allison Arms Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Allison Arms Open Mic runs on Sundays at The Allison Arms in Glasgow, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 28 Aug 2026
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Music starts around 19:00, finishing about 23:00. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 22m
Age18+
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts19:00until 23:00
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About This Open Mic
The Allison Arms is a much-loved Southside pub on Pollokshaws Road (open since 1884), known for its German cask and craft ales and a U-shaped bar. Its weekly open mic runs on Sunday evenings, hosted by Matthew Malone and Crawford Smith — a friendly, welcoming session where players get a free drink and a warm reception from the staff. Free to play; turn up on the night.
Getting there
720 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2AD.
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 The Allison Arms’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 22m
Kick-off19:00Every Sunday
Music ends23:00Last act finishes
Venue closes00:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
The Allison Arms provides a PA system — 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 The Allison Arms
720 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G41 2AD
Address720 Pollokshaws Rd
AreaGlasgow
PostcodeG41 2AD
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Queens Park (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Allison Arms in Glasgow; G41 2AD is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 23:00. The Allison Arms provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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The nearest station is Queens Park (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is G41 2AD. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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