An open mic (or open mike) at a venue such as a coffeehouse, nightclub, comedy club, or pub, amateurs or professionals may perform on stage, often for the first time or to promote an upcoming performance.
Winthrop, WA
Old Schoolhouse Brewery’s pub in downtown Winthrop, WA, brings in music regionally as well as from all of the Pacific Northwest. In the summer, music is held on the outdoor stage called The Log Jam on the patio along the Chewuch River. In the winter, music moves inside for a more intimate, small-town experience. ...
Tacoma, WA
Located in the heart of the Tacoma Dome District, The New Frontier Lounge is a friendly spot for drinks and a bite to eat featuring a great selection of cocktails, beer, and cider. ...
Milton, WA
The Mill Town Stage is an intimate live music venue located inside The Mill Steakhouse + Spirits. The Mill is a restaurant and bar in Milton, WA, serving scratch-made dishes derived from locally sourced ingredients. ...
Tacoma, WA
Located in Tacoma’s Dome District, The Valley Tacoma has indoor and outdoor stages and hosts a wide variety of original musical acts from all over the world. The Valley was originally founded in 1926. ...
Seattle, WA
Conor Byrne Pub is one of Seattle’s oldest watering holes. Nestled in the heart of the historic Ballard neighborhood, Conor Byrne brings the city’s finest beer, music, atmosphere, and the best pint of Guinness in town. The venue presents a full calendar including open mic on Sundays and bluegrass jam on Mondays. ...
Twisp, WA
Attached to Old Schoolhouse Brewery’s south campus production facility at TwispWorks building S, the OSB Taproom is a gathering place featuring an ever-rotating selection of tasty brews, cider, and Methow Pure sparkling water. OSB Taproom at TwispWorks also offers snacks and people are welcome people to bring in food from local restaurants and food trucks. ...
Olympia, WA
Nicole’s Bar in downtown Olympia, WA, is a welcoming, inclusive and laid back place with amazing food, cocktails, an extensive wine bar, and tons of beer on tap. Make yourself at home by the wall-length fireplace, play some darts with friends, or just relax and listen to some great music. ...
Seattle, WA
Established in 1933, Little Red Hen is Seattle’s home for live country music offering a variety of entertainment including line dancing, bluegrass open jam, open mic, karaoke party every Wednesday night with DJ Forrest Gump, and live country bands on the weekends. ...
Bars and Restaurants
Seattle, WA
Sea Monster Lounge is Seattle’s home for live funk, soul, and jazz music seven nights a week since 2003. ...
Bars and Restaurants
Arlington, WA
Mirkwood Public House is a family owned restaurant, bar, and music venue located in a restored historical church in downtown Arlington, WA. ...
Everett, WA
Tony V’s Garage Saloon & Eatery is a restaurant and music venue in Everett, WA, serving American food in an adventurous atmosphere. The Garage features live music from local and national acts. ...
Seattle, WA
Tim’s Tavern in the White Center neighborhood south of Seattle, WA, features live music up to seven days a week on a covered and heated outdoor patio stage. Indoors is a small arcade, full dining area, and bar. The menu consists of Pacific Northwest pub fare with plenty of plant-based and gluten-free options. ...
Shoreline, WA
From live music, to comedy, to open mic nights, Aurora Borealis in Shoreline, WA, hosts a variety of events. The Aurora Borealis Event Center, located in the basement of the restaurant, has top-of-the-line audio and video equipment, a green room, and 300 square foot stage. The bar area can accommodate over 300 guests, but also has a smaller front stage area allowing for large crowds or intimate performances. ...
Music Venues and Theaters
Seattle, WA
The Rendezvous is a historic bar and performing arts theater in Belltown, Seattle. The Jewelbox Theater has a professional standard PA system, stage lighting, and stage making it ideal for live music, theater, burlesque, or cabaret. ...
Cafes and Event Venues
Gig Harbor, WA
Kimball Coffeehouse is a family owned and operated cafe located in The Woods Business Park in Gig Harbor, WA, featuring handcrafted espresso, a diverse cafe menu, and live bands. Every Friday night you can expect to see a variety of genres by phenomenal players from the Puget Sound and beyond. Thursday nights are open mic with rotating hosts. Enjoy a bite to eat, rotating beers on tap, a glass of wine, or coffee. ...
Shoreline, WA
Established in 1967, Darrell’s Tavern is an old-school dive bar north of Seattle in Shoreline, WA, with live music every weekend. Darrell’s supports local and out-of-towner music of all flavors: punk, rock, country, electronica, metal, soul, jazz, funk, ska, comedy acts and anything in between. ...
Vancouver, WA
UnderBar is a speakeasy-themed cocktail lounge in Vancouver, WA, offering a friendly atmosphere with fantastic food, strong drinks, and live entertainment. Stop by for weekly recurring events like comedy nights, trivia, or open mic. UnderBar also features local artists on the first Friday of every month. ...
Seattle, WA
Skylark Café & Club is West Seattle’s premier music venue presenting a wide variety of live performances including local emerging artists, traveling acts, monthly drag shows, and more. Skylark Café also offers weekly entertainment like trivia, bingo, and open mic. ...
Tacoma, WA
Odd Otter Brewing Company in downtown Tacoma, WA, serves handcrafted, unique brews in a taproom hosting trivia nights, karaoke, live music, and yoga. ...
Cafes and Event Venues
Seattle, WA
C & P Coffee Company is one of West Seattle’s most original coffee houses, a gathering spot that the locals call “West Seattle’s Living Room”. C&P’s 1904 Craftsman-style home features cobblestone front and rear decks and a tree-lined outdoor garden. The coffeehouse is home to a variety of events including live music, open mics, poetry and storytelling, arts and crafts fairs, lectures and more. ...
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