Open Mic in Cardiff

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Open Mic Nights Every Thursday at Cefn Mably Penarth, Bar, Hotel & Events at Cefn Mably Penarth

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Thu 8 Oct

Open Mic Nights Every Thursday at Cefn Mably Penarth, Bar, Hotel & Events

📍 Cefn Mably Penarth

£0.00

Friday Night at Barbara's Bier Haus at Barbara's Bier Haus Cardiff

FREE

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Fri 9 Oct — Sat 10 Oct

Friday Night at Barbara's Bier Haus

📍 Barbara's Bier Haus Cardiff

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Fri 9 Oct

John MOuse

📍 The Gate

Underground Wednesday at The Philharmonic

FREE

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Wed 14 Oct — Thu 15 Oct

Underground Wednesday

📍 The Philharmonic

Open Mic at Foundry Social at Foundry Social

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Sun 18 Oct

Open Mic at Foundry Social

📍 Foundry Social

£0.00

FREE

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Thu 22 Oct — Fri 23 Oct

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

FREE

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Fri 23 Oct — Sat 24 Oct

Flashback Fridays

📍 Retro Cardiff

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Thu 29 Oct

Brother Strut

📍 The Globe

Freshers 2026 - Halloweeen Spooktacular Karaoke at Retro Cardiff

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Thu 29 Oct — Fri 30 Oct

Freshers 2026 - Halloweeen Spooktacular Karaoke

📍 Retro Cardiff

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Wed 4 Nov — Thu 5 Nov

Freshers 2026 - Spin the Wheel / Gunge Tank / Movember

📍 Retro Cardiff

From £5.00

FREE

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Wed 4 Nov — Thu 5 Nov

Underground Wednesday

📍 The Philharmonic

FREE

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Thu 5 Nov — Fri 6 Nov

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

Urban Wordsmiths #12 Spoken Word feat. Woodzy and Tia Camilleri at Urban Crofters

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Fri 6 Nov

Urban Wordsmiths #12 Spoken Word feat. Woodzy and Tia Camilleri

📍 Urban Crofters

£8.83 - £11.55

FREE

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Thu 12 Nov — Fri 13 Nov

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

FREE

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Thu 19 Nov — Fri 20 Nov

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

FREE

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Thu 26 Nov — Fri 27 Nov

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

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Sat 28 Nov

Embrace

📍 Tramshed Cardiff

From £253.04

FREE

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Thu 3 Dec — Fri 4 Dec

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

FREE

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Thu 10 Dec — Fri 11 Dec

Karaoke Thurs at Retro

📍 Retro Cardiff

FREE

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Fri 18 Dec — Sat 19 Dec

Flashback Fridays

📍 Retro Cardiff

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Tue 29 Dec — Wed 30 Dec

🎤 BIG FAT KARAOKE OF 2026 🎤

📍 Retro Cardiff

South Arcade at Great Hall Cardiff University Student Union

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Sun 21 Feb

South Arcade

📍 Great Hall Cardiff University Student Union

From £46.00

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Open Mic in Cardiff — Guide

Open mic events in Cardiff are a fantastic way for musicians to showcase their talents and connect with other artists. Whether you're a seasoned performer looking to try out new material or a newcomer eager to gain some stage experience, these events provide a supportive environment where everyone is welcome. They often attract a diverse mix of attendees, from casual music lovers to fellow performers who share the same passion for live music.

These events typically take place in various venue types such as basement clubs, pub function rooms, and arts centres. Some dedicated music and concerts venues might also host open mics, but it's more common to find them in unexpected spaces that lend a unique atmosphere. Open mic nights usually happen weekly or fortnightly, giving regular opportunities for participants to perform and network. Expect a relaxed setting where performers can share their songs, poetry, or other creative works without the pressure of a formal performance environment.