Fen Ditton ·

The Kings Head

Fen Ditton's thursday-night free open mic at **The Kings Head** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.

The Kings Head — Quick Facts

Fen Ditton's thursday-night free open mic at **The Kings Head** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.

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Where

The Kings Head 50 High Street
Fen Ditton
Cambridge CB5 8ST

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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 Kings Head

The Kings Head is a grassroots music venue in Fen Ditton, Cambridge. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the Cambridge venue directory.

The Kings Head runs an open mic every Thursday in Fen Ditton, Cambridge, starting at **8pm** with free entry for performers and audience. It's one of Cambridge's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://openmicfinder.com/UK/England/Cambridgeshire/Cambridge/). Sign-up opens at **7:30pm** on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run **15-15 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 thursdays 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 Cambridge 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.

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50 High Street, Fen Ditton, Cambridge, CB5 8ST

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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Cambridge venues by backline.
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Yes — The Kings Head hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Cambridge Open Mic Finder.
50 High Street, Fen Ditton, Cambridge, CB5 8ST. See the map below for directions. Browse more Cambridge venues nearby.
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