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Open mics come and go, and we can't keep on top of them all by ourselves.

It's a good idea to call the venue first and make sure it's still open.

Help us out -- Submit a new open mic or tell us about a dead one at changes (AT) openmicvancouver (DOT) com


Don't forget to read the comments at the bottom of the page. Someone may have reported a new or closed open mic there too.



Vancouver

ANZA Club
3 West 8th Ave, Vancouver
604-876-7128
Bluegrass Jam

Backstage Lounge
1585 Johnston St, Arts Club, Granville Island, Vancouver
604-687-1354
Hosted by Mike Weterings
There is a piano.
Sign up starts at 7pm and can fill up fast. Open mic starts at 10pm.

Benny's Bagels
- Confirmed Aug. 4, 2010
2505 W Broadway, Vancouver
Host is Joseph Tabenkin. We have 2 mics and 2 DI's. People can come sign up and play three songs, or 15 minutes. We have a facebook group titled "Bagels From Benny's". We've posted pictures and will have some videos up soon.
Sign up: 7:30. Show 8:00pm-10:15pm
Benny's: (604) 731-9730
Joseph (Organizer): (604) 603-6956

Cottage Bistro
4468 Main (Main & 29th), Vancouver
Jazz Jam
604-876-6138
7 – 10 p.m.

Raw Canvas
1046 Hamilton in Yaletown, Vancouver
604-687-1729
7:30-11:30pm
Open mic and talent night


Burnaby

Great Bear Pub
-confirmed on Fri., Dec. 4, 09
170-5665 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC
604-433-8942
Hosts alternate between Torben and Lucas
9:30pm - 1am


New Westminster

The Heritage Grill
- confirmed Feb. 9, 2010
447 Columbia St. E, New Westminster, BC
604-759-0819
Hosted by Gregg Gorie
Open Mic every Monday. No drum kit, but performers are free to bring in smaller percussion instruments. There is an acoustic piano on stage. Performers range from solo acoustic singer/songwriters (all styles) to 3-4 piece ensembles and comedians. A very friendly, supportive atmosphere.
8pm-11pm; get there early to ensure you get a spot.
http://www.theheritagegrill.com/main/music_program.html
http://www.facebook.com/pages/New-Westminster-BC/The-Heritage-Grill/47970461130


Squamish

Howe Sound Brewing Company
(the brew pub)
Starts at 8:30pm


Surrey

Fireside Cafe
- Confirmed Aug. 11, 2010
13593 King George Hwy, Surrey
604-581-9619 First Monday of the Month is an Youth Night (up to 20years of age.)
Second Monday of the Month is Acoustic Night.
Third Monday of the Month is Bands Only Night. (min 2 person)
Fourth Monday of the Month is Originals Only Night.
PA system with full mics, acoustic and electric guitars, bass, keyboards and percussion are available. The house has a full drum kit with a double kick as well as an assortment of noisemakers and a pair of full size congas.
Beringer 22 board with 100 digital effects, 2442 mixer (not a 2222 mixer), 3 fender guitar amps, bass amp, house effects pedals, 16 channel audio snake, sixteen par38 lights, sound activated lights, great stage with great sound.
Do not bring your guitar/bass amps. The house has good amps.
ON site sound person will adjust levels.
Come in early to sign up for a slot or Email pat28ca@yahoo.ca to book your time
15min slots or 3 songs (whichever is first or depending on availability)
Come out to the Fireside and enjoy some killer entertainment with your coffee and cheesecake
7-11pm



vox4? — 18 September 2007, 08:30

the Backstage Lounge sign up starts at 7 and it gets full early...

Dan T? — 24 March 2008, 10:03

Another thing that would help... adding links to any place that has a website.

Ed? — 28 July 2008, 20:04

I went to the Cottage Bistro tonight but it was closed. :(

Ben? — 20 February 2009, 12:45

Are there any specific open mics that have a drum kit?

Thanks,

Ben.

The SHRUGMEISTER? — 10 March 2009, 19:19

Does anyone know of any open mics where it's cool for a band to go to to try out some new songs?? we're talking a 4 piece band. And do any of these open mics have a house kit??

Kamile? — 30 March 2009, 23:56

The Purple Crab has a drum kit and there are always bands playing there. They have open mics Tuesday, Wed. and Thurs. nights, usually starting late--after 9pm.

esmie? — 16 April 2009, 16:20

does anyone know of an open mic where I can play over a backing track,preferably a venue that has a stage?

JK? — 06 September 2009, 18:11

Does anyone know a place where I can use a backtrack?

begs? — 06 October 2009, 20:58

uhh... are any of these open mics for stand up comedy ?

— 16 November 2009, 15:34

Hi! I am a retired professor and a StandUp Comic out of Edmonton. I'm over here for the holidays. I am offering a FREE 10 minute routine to certain venues in your area for customer entertainment. It’s guaranteed to keep your customers coming back for more. I could be reached at 778-397-2860 OR kr0636@shaw.ca. Keith (The Professor).

adrian? — 14 January 2010, 02:52

Does anyone know any good place for singer/songwriters who play no instrument to perform their own original songs with backtrack instrumental?

Jill? — 22 January 2010, 05:16

adrian: People sometimes sing to backtrack instrumental at Thundering Word at Cafe Montmartre (1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays).

adrian? — 25 January 2010, 01:00

Hi Jill thanks alot I will call them up an know when the next open mic is coming up, I'm planning to do an open mic monday night. You have any idea whats a good spot for mondays?

Marshall? — 26 January 2010, 01:39

Someone told me they no longer have a piano at the Backstage Lounge... is this true?

— 01 February 2010, 16:06

Do any of these places have a piano?

zoogirl? — 11 February 2010, 22:49

Re: Piano's, the Palace has a piano and an electric keyboard (Roland) and the Fireside has a Roland 5600 with a smaller electric keyboard on top. Re: Backing Tracks, the Fireside has had performers use them.

chicksinger? — 18 February 2010, 14:13

Hi - looking for folk music open mic on Mondays...can anyone tell if there are any open stages that are contemporary or traditional folk? Thanks

Danlovesspacegirl? — 19 February 2010, 08:48

Hi I'm really shy but I like to play guitar and sing and not catch beer bottles in the face, anybody have any suggestions where to get started? Sure would appreciate it. Dan

Green Bastard? — 22 March 2010, 16:02

Heres a suggestion : Play guitar and sing at some place where they dont sell beer in bottles.....

IMR Productions? — 22 March 2010, 20:14

Hey guys and gals Want to record your original songs ? I have just opened up a mobile recording services called (IMR)Independent Mobile Recording to help out the local music scene i am offering services to record open mic nights by the song for a low price (Very affordable)musicians are broke lol , or a group of singer/songwriters Email me at www.imrproductions@hotmail.com for more details

Team Shadow ? — 14 May 2010, 20:16

IMO fireside is a great place where you can see all types of music...hard core metal...acoustic soft folk....guitar shredding...blues...singles....bands....jams...its pretty good atmosphere and really good bunch of improvisational musicians that can accompany you if you need no matter what type of music. open mic gets pretty packed on tues and thurs....come early to get your name on board.

palace accross the street has killer blues on monday and wed. doesnt cater to alot of other styles...but killer for blues jams....

Banana Leaf Records? — 13 July 2010, 20:55

Send your demo to BananaLeafRecords@gmail.com

we are currently recruiting new talent!

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