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Paisley Rd's sunday-night free open mic at **The Old Toll Bar** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 2:30pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.
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The Old Toll Bar
1-3 Paisley Road West
Paisley Rd
Glasgow G51 1LF
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About The Old Toll Bar
The Old Toll Bar is a grassroots music venue in Paisley Rd, Glasgow with a standing capacity of approximately 80. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
This listing is part of the Glasgow venue directory.
The Old Toll Bar runs an open mic every Sunday in Paisley Rd, Glasgow, starting at **3pm** with free entry for performers and audience. Known for **house guitar + free drink**. It's one of Glasgow's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.glasgowwestend.co.uk/open-mic-nights-glasgow/). Sign-up opens at **2:30pm** 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 **2:30pm** at the venue. Popular sundays 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 Glasgow has one of the UK's strongest open-mic ecosystems — crowds know their music and applaud the brave. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "House guitar + free drink" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.
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1-3 Paisley Road West, Paisley Rd, Glasgow, G51 1LF