Rapscallions Southsea offers a vibrant platform for emerging talent in Portsmouth, welcoming a diverse range of music genres with a policy that embraces both originals and covers. Nestled on Osborne Road, this grassroots venue features a reliable PA system, making it an ideal spot for open mic nights and local showcases. Musicians and audiences alike enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, perfect for discovering fresh sounds in Southsea.
Southsea · Every last Thursday of the month · Free
Rapscallions Southsea Open Mic
Portsmouth open mic at Rapscallions Southsea — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance Rapscallions Southsea · Portsmouth
Thursday
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
Rapscallions Southsea Open Mic — Quick Facts
Portsmouth open mic at Rapscallions Southsea — listed on Google Places. Schedule below 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
DayThursday
Start19:30
Sign-up19:30 walk-in
Slot length12 min
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Rapscallions Southsea36 Osborne Rd, Southsea
Southsea
Portsmouth PO5 3LT
Southsea, Portsmouth — 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 Rapscallions Southsea
About This Open Mic
Every last Thursday of the month in Southsea, Portsmouth
Kicks off at 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
12-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Portsmouth open mic directory
The Night
Rapscallions is a laid-back bar on Osborne Road in Southsea, and on the last Thursday of every month it hosts a warm, welcoming open mic from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. It's a lovely mix of regulars and first-timers — originals or covers both welcome — and if you don't play, host Ian will even play a song you request. Just turn up and have a word with Ian; names go on the list in arrival order. Free entry and a free drink for performers; book a table if you're bringing friends as it gets busy.
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 Rapscallions Southsea’s Thursday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
19:30Kick-off
21:30Last songs
01:00Venue closes
Every last Thursday of the month 12-min slots Free entry
Find Rapscallions Southsea
36 Osborne Rd, Southsea, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 3LT
Planning Your Thursday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until 21:30. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Portsmouth live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Portsmouth's Rapscallions Southsea open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:30. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
36 Osborne Rd, Southsea, Southsea, Portsmouth PO5 3LT.
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