Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
### Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
### What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Louis Marchesi Open Mic — Quick Facts
Louis Marchesi Open Mic runs on Wednesdays at Louis Marchesi in Norwich, starting at 20:00 with sign-up from 19:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
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The nightEvery WednesdayComing up: Wed 18 Nov · Wed 25 Nov · Wed 2 Dec
The night starts at 20:00. It's walk-in sign-up, with the list opening at 19:30 - arrive early to get a slot. Each act gets about 10 minutes. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightWed 18 Nov · 20:00Starts in 5d 12h 21m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerNone in-house
Directory statusBeing verified
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Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
### Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
### What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
More open mic nights in Norwich: Dead Wax Norwich, The Champion, Voodoo Daddy's and 5 more - day and sign-up where listed.
Louis Marchesi runs an open mic every Wednesday in Tombland, Norwich, starting at 8pm with free entry for performers and audience. Known for local musicians. It's one of Norwich's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.openmicuk.co.uk/advice/norwich-open-mics-top-best-nights-near-me/).
Sign-up opens at 7:30pm on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run 10-15 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals.
Sign-up process
The sign-up sheet goes out at 7:30pm at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in.
What to expect
Norwich open-mic crowds tend to be a mix of working musicians, friends and locals. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Local musicians" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerNone
The Night at a Glance
How Louis Marchesi’s Wednesday night runs.
Next nightWed 18 Nov · 20:00Starts in 5d 12h 21m
Sign-up opens19:30Walk-in on the night
Kick-off20:00Every Wednesday
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
Slots10minutes each
How often
Every Wednesday
Coming up
Wed 18 Nov · Wed 25 Nov · Wed 2 Dec
Kit
Louis Marchesi provides a PA system; no in-house sound engineer — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive for 19:30 to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on, and plan a set that fits 10 minutes.
The nearest station is Norwich (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. You'll find Louis Marchesi in Tombland, Norwich; NR3 1HR is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Common Questions
9 questions people ask before going to Norwich's Louis Marchesi open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Norwich open mic nights for alternatives.
Louis Marchesi provides a PA system; no in-house sound engineer — check the rest with the venue.
10 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
No entry fee is listed for Louis Marchesi's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Norwich open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Norwich regulars across the Norwich open mic scene. Norwich open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
The nearest station is Norwich (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is NR3 1HR. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
Sign-up is walk-in on the night, from 19:30, so you do not need to book ahead. GigXchange doesn't publish venue phone numbers or emails. Browse other Norwich open mics.
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Louis Marchesi open mic in brief. The Louis Marchesi open mic runs every Wednesday from 20:00 (no fee listed); sign-up opens 19:30 and slots run about 10 minutes. Louis Marchesi’s venue page has its kit and capacity if you want to come back with a full band. For another night this week, the open mics near Norwich are listed by day.
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