Sheffield's Monday-night free open mic at 79 Fitzwilliam Street, S1 4JP — Arctic Monkeys' old haunt, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
Sheffield's Monday-night free open mic at 79 Fitzwilliam Street, S1 4JP — Arctic Monkeys' old haunt, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
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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 Washington
The Washington is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Sheffield with a standing capacity of approximately 150. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer — so you can travel light.
The Washington stands out in Sheffield's City Centre as a vibrant hub for emerging talent, echoing the legacy of its former patrons like the Arctic Monkeys. With a standing capacity of around 150, the venue hosts a diverse range of genres, welcoming both original acts and covers. Its full backline and in-house sound engineer ensure that every performance resonates with clarity and energy.
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79 Fitzwilliam Street, City Centre, Sheffield, S1 4JP
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Three things people ask about booking The Washington.
Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. In-house sound engineer included. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse Sheffield venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Sheffield grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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The Washington has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all Sheffield venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Washington hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Sheffield Open Mic Finder.
79 Fitzwilliam Street, City Centre, Sheffield, S1 4JP. See the map below for directions. Browse more Sheffield venues nearby.
