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The Sunflower

Belfast's Monday-night free open mic at 65 Union Street, BT1 2JG — Cathedral Quarter pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

The Sunflower — Quick Facts

Belfast's Monday-night free open mic at 65 Union Street, BT1 2JG — Cathedral Quarter pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~60 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Photo: GoogleThe Sunflower photo
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Where

The Sunflower 65 Union Street
Cathedral Quarter
Belfast BT1 2JG

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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 Sunflower

The Sunflower is a grassroots music venue in Cathedral Quarter, Belfast with a standing capacity of approximately 60. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the Belfast venue directory.

The Sunflower stands out in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter for its vibrant open mic nights, welcoming both original compositions and covers. With a standing capacity of around 120, the intimate venue boasts a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, creating an inviting atmosphere for emerging talent. Located at 65 Union Street, it serves as a crucial hub for diverse musical expression in the city.

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65 Union Street, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast, BT1 2JG

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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Belfast venues by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Belfast grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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The Sunflower has a standing capacity of approximately 60, classed as a small venue. See all Belfast venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Sunflower hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Belfast Open Mic Finder.
65 Union Street, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast, BT1 2JG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Belfast venues nearby.
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