The Olde Red Lion in Kislingbury, Northampton, is a welcoming hub for local talent, featuring a diverse mix of genres. With a commitment to showcasing both original music and covers, this grassroots venue provides a supportive environment for emerging artists. Equipped with a PA system, it regularly hosts open mic nights, inviting the community to engage with the vibrant local music scene.
Kislingbury · Every other Tuesday · Free
Olde Red Lion Open Mic
Northampton open mic at Olde Red Lion — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance Olde Red Lion · Northampton
Tuesday
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
Olde Red Lion Open Mic — Quick Facts
Northampton open mic at Olde Red Lion — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are 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
DayTuesday
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
Olde Red Lion15 High St, Kislingbury
Kislingbury
Northampton NN7 4AQ
Kislingbury, Northampton — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Olde Red Lion
About This Open Mic
Every other Tuesday in Kislingbury, Northampton
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 Northampton open mic directory
The Night
Olde Red Lion is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Northampton. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
15 High St, Kislingbury, Northampton NN7 4AQ.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
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 Olde Red Lion’s Tuesday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:00Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every other Tuesday 12-min slots Free entry
Find Olde Red Lion
15 High St, Kislingbury, Kislingbury, Northampton NN7 4AQ
Planning Your Tuesday 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 Northampton live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Northampton's Olde Red Lion open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Northampton 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 Northampton mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
15 High St, Kislingbury, Kislingbury, Northampton NN7 4AQ.
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