The Habit

Q: What is the capacity of The Habit?

The Habit has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue.

The Habit — Quick Facts

York's Thursday-night free open mic at 4 Goodramgate, YO1 7LQ — historic-quarter bar, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.

The Details

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Capacity~150 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

The Habit 4 Goodramgate
City Centre
York YO1 7LQ

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors

Drum kit

Guitar amp

Bass amp

Keys / keyboard

Vocal mics

In-house engineer

About The Habit

The Habit is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, York with a standing capacity of approximately 150. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the York venue directory.

The Habit in York's City Centre is a vibrant hub for local talent, hosting a popular free open mic night every Thursday. With a standing capacity of around 70, it creates an intimate atmosphere where both original material and covers are welcomed. The venue is equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, making it an ideal spot for up-and-coming artists to showcase their skills.

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Find The Habit

4 Goodramgate, City Centre, York, YO1 7LQ

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Common Questions

Three things people ask about booking The Habit.

What equipment does The Habit provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter York venues by backline.

What genres does The Habit book?

Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most York grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.

How do I book a gig at The Habit?

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What is the capacity of The Habit?

The Habit has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all York venues for size comparisons.

Does The Habit have open mic nights?

Yes — The Habit hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the York Open Mic Finder.

Where is The Habit?

4 Goodramgate, City Centre, York, YO1 7LQ. See the map below for directions. Browse more York venues nearby.

What are typical fees at The Habit?

Fee ranges are available to signed-up artists on GigXchange. Grassroots venue fees in York vary by event type, band size, and whether the deal is a flat fee or door split. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current UK percentiles. See also the Musicians’ Union recommended rates.