Whether you're dying to try out a new comedy set in front of a crowd, or whether you're looking for new local singer-songwriters to check out, Louisville (and some surrounding areas) have got you covered.
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Open Mic at the Dive [5]
442 S Third Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Wednesdays, 8 – 12 AM
Show off your musical talent at 3rd Street Dive! Drums, back line, and crowd provided. 21+
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Four Pegs Beer Lounge Open Mic [6]
1053 Goss Avenue, Louisville, KY 40217
Thursdays, 7:30 – 1 AM
Bring your guitar, harmonica, or whatever you play and showcase your talent at open mic night! Hosted every Thursday by local musician Brent Mathis (and his hat).
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The Highlands Tap Room Open Mic [8]
1058 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40204
Wednesdays, 10 PM
For years now, everyone has been welcome atthisa long-standing open mic night at The Tap Room.
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The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts Open Mic [9]
501 W Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Second Sunday of every month, 4 - 6 PM
This monthly event, held in the North Lobby, is for all ages. If you would like to perform, please arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign up. Presented by River City Drum Corp and ArtsReach.
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Lettersong Open Stage Coffeehouse [11]
1501 Story Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
Thursdays, 7:30 PM
Hosted on Thursdays by various special guests, “Louisville's funkiest coffee house and open stage” offers a great place to show off your musical prowess.
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Manny and Merle's Singer/Songwriter Open Mic [12]
122 W Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Wednesdays, 7:30 PM
Manny and Merle’s Singer/Songwriter Open Mic is open to anyone who wants to come down and share their music. Hosted by CJ Cumberland of Crescent Hill Radio (WCHQ 100.9 FM)
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Maple Inn Open Mic [14]
9416 Taylorsville Road, Louisville, KY 40299
Thursdays, 7:30 PM
For those who don’t want to leave J-Town, this open mic is for you. Hosted by Mark Conover.
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The Monkey Wrench [16]
1025 Barret Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204
Tuesdays, 8 PM
This open mic has been reworked with its new host, Crittenden Haywood Jr. Musicians and poets are welcomed!
Stevie Ray’s World Famous Blues Jam and T.N.T. Throwdown Open Jam [17]
230 E. Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 PM
Stevie Ray’s Jams are offered twice a week to give you your Blues fix. Hosted by Mike Lynch. Signups start as early as 5 PM, and musicians must bring their own instruments (a house drum kit is provided).
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The Vibe Open Mic [19]
Rotating venues (check out the Facebook page for more info)
Thursdays, 9 PM
This open mic has been known to travel around town, and invites artists, comedians, musicians, and poets to come out. It’s $5 at the door, but performers get in free. Contact thevibeopenmic@gmail.com or sign up at the door to perform. 21+
Comedy:
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The Great Kentucky Mic-Off @ The Laughing Derby [20]
1250 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY, 40204
Wednesdays, 7:15 PM
These Wednesday night contests are a democratic way for all talent, no matter how new or how seasoned, to show their stuff. Signup at http://old.laughingderby.com/micoff.cfm. 18+
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The Bard's Town [21]
1801 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY, 40205
Thursdays, 10 PM
A weekly, FREE comedy open mic. Signups begin at 9:45. Hosted by the one, the only, Kate Sedgwick.
Poetry/Readings:
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Floetic Friday Youth Slams @ Local Speed Museum [22]
822 E Market Street, Louisville, KY, 40206
October – March, every third Friday, 6:30 PM
This open mic is dedicated to showing off the talent of Louisville’s teenagers. Must sign up one day prior to the slam to participate. Ages 13 – 19 ONLY
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InKY Reading Series @ The Bard's Town [23]
1801 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY, 40205
Second Friday of each month, 6:30 – 8:35 PM
This open mic is not only for local writers to perform – featured readers from across the country also come to show off their work. Readings should be 3 minutes or less. Contact Adam Day at acday77@gmail.com for more info.