Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Park Tavern
The Park Tavern is a grassroots music venue in Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Park Tavern books Acoustic, Blues, Folk, Jazz acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Southend-on-Sea venue directory.
The Park Tavern on London Road, Southend-on-Sea is home to Pier City Events' Showcase acoustic open mic sessions on the first Sunday of each month. Performers play a 20-25 minute set through a great sound system with a live stream, covering acoustic, blues, folk, jazz, poetry and even sea shanties — turn up early to grab a free, first-come-first-served slot.
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Nights The Park Tavern usually has live music — typical start 18:30
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124 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1PQ
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The Park Tavern books Acoustic, Blues, Folk, Jazz. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Yes — The Park Tavern hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Southend-on-Sea Open Mic Finder.
124 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 1PQ. See the map below for directions. Browse more Southend-on-Sea venues nearby.
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