The Hat Factory Arts Centre sits at 65-67 Bute Street in the heart of Luton town centre, run by The Culture Trust Luton. Refurbished in 2019, it programmes live music, comedy, theatre, film, dance and workshops year-round. The main gig room, the Factory Floor, is a 230-capacity flat-floor music venue hosting an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, folk, world, indie, hip-hop, tribute and punk (2026 bills include The Smiths Ltd on 4 April and UK Subs on Friday 13 November), while the 105-seat studio theatre takes drama and smaller shows and the Basement Bar takes intimate gigs, comedy and club nights (the Basement Live and Subsonic Sessions series run here). There is also a 40-cover cafe. Building hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am to midnight, Saturday 9am to midnight, Sunday 9am to 7pm. Box office 01582 878100, boxoffice@culturetrust.com.
Luton · Monthly on Thursdays · £9.00
Town Centre's thursday open mic.
Kick-off 20:00. £9.00 entry.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
Thursdays
| Night | Monthly on Thursdays |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | £9.00 |
| Backline | Ask the host |
| Capacity | – |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | allevents.in |
| Status | Being verified |
No sign-up. We review corrections within 7 days.
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
Town Centre, Luton LU1 2EY
The nearest station is Luton (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
| PA system | TBC |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
Luton's monthly open mic night at the Hat Factory Arts Centre on Bute Street — book a slot online to play.
The Hat Factory Arts Centre sits at 65-67 Bute Street in the heart of Luton town centre, run by The Culture Trust Luton. Refurbished in 2019, it programmes live music, comedy, theatre, film, dance and workshops year-round. The main gig room, the Factory Floor, is a 230-capacity flat-floor music venue hosting an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, folk, world, indie, hip-hop, tribute and punk (2026 bills include The Smiths Ltd on 4 April and UK Subs on Friday 13 November), while the 105-seat studio theatre takes drama and smaller shows and the Basement Bar takes intimate gigs, comedy and club nights (the Basement Live and Subsonic Sessions series run here). There is also a 40-cover cafe. Building hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am to midnight, Saturday 9am to midnight, Sunday 9am to 7pm. Box office 01582 878100, boxoffice@culturetrust.com.
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Hat Factory Arts Centre Open Mic
Town Centre's thursday open mic. Starts at 20:00.
- Thursday
- Open mic night
- Jun 2026
- Listed since
- 2 Oct
- Last checked
- £9.00
- Entry
- —
- Sign-up time
- Community
- Listing status
Last updated: 13 November 2026
Hat Factory Arts Centre Open Mic — Quick Facts
Hat Factory Arts Centre Open Mic runs on Thursdays (monthly) at Hat Factory Arts Centre in Luton, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
The night starts at 20:00. Sign-up is online, in advance.
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About This Open Mic
Luton's monthly open mic night at the Hat Factory Arts Centre on Bute Street — book a slot online to play.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
The Night at a Glance
How Hat Factory Arts Centre’s Thursday night runs.
Monthly on Thursdays
Town Centre, Luton, LU1 2EY - the map is below.
Book your slot online, in advance, then arrive in time for 20:00.
Find Hat Factory Arts Centre
65-67 Bute Street, Town Centre, Luton LU1 2EY
The nearest station is Luton (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. You'll find Hat Factory Arts Centre in Town Centre, Luton; LU1 2EY is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Thursday Night
Book your slot online, in advance, then arrive in time for 20:00. Entry is £9.00. The kit is not listed yet — ask the host what is provided.
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Common Questions
9 things people want to know before Luton's Hat Factory Arts Centre open mic.
What’s On at Hat Factory Arts Centre
The gigs coming up at Hat Factory Arts Centre besides the open mic, from the GigXchange directory — each one links its listing.
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