August 22nd, 2024 @ 4:19 pm
A comprehensive compilation of the confirmed free music and/or poetry open mic nights occurring in Orange County during September.
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Tuesday, September 3rd;
Bogart's Weekly Open Mic Night
I have it on good authority that Bogart's Tuesday open mics are awesome! Grab a cup of coffee and get comfy for a night of music, poetry, comedy --- all acts are welcome (as long as they're family friendly.)
Where: Bogart's Coffee House // 905 Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA, 90740
When: Starts at 7 pm (you should probably get there earlier for sign ups)
Wednesday, September 4th;
Soapbox Sessions Open Mic @ Durty Nelly's (21+)
This one seems great, though I haven't personally been able to attend. Must be 21 or older. All types of performances welcome!
Where: Durty Nelly's Irish Pub // 2915 Red Hill Ave g101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
When: Sign ups start at 7 pm and performances start at 7:30 pm
Thursday, September 5th;
Open Mic Night at Anaheim Central Library
Anaheim's libraries often hold open mics, so keep your eyes peeled for those! From the listing: "Poets, singers, songwriters, storytellers, writers, comedians, supporters, and listeners are welcome! The event will include a featured reading or musical performance by a published poet or musician."
Where: Anaheim's Central Library // 500 West Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805
When: Sign ups start at 4:45 pm and performances start at 5:00 pm
Friday, September 6th;
Friday Night Open Mic at The Den Cafe
Held at a eccentrically-decorated cafe in downtown Santa Ana, this open mic is open to all musicians!
Where: The Den Cafe // 125 N Broadway Ste D, Santa Ana, CA 92701
When: Sign ups at 5:30 pm and performances start at 6 pm. Listing says to "ask for Rod" at sign ups.
Saturday, September 7th;
Again in downtown Santa Ana, this open mic occurs during the monthly Artwalk event. Very positive and friendly atmosphere. It takes place on Coffee Muse's porch. All musicians welcome!
Where: Coffee Muse // 310 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
When: Sign ups at 5 pm and performances start at 6 pm
Tuesday, September 10th;
OC Hit's Singer-Songwriter Open Mic
OC Hit recording studio is bringing back monthly open mics, on the second Tuesday of each month. This one is a must for singer-songwriters! Great company, great equipment, great music!
Where: OC Hit Recording Studio // 853 W 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
When: Sign Ups at 6:15 pm, performances start at 7 pm
Bogart's Weekly Open Mic Night
Grab a cup of coffee and get comfy for a night of music, poetry, comedy --- all acts are welcome (as long as they're family friendly.)
Where: Bogart's Coffee House // 905 Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA, 90740
When: Starts at 7 pm (you should probably get there earlier for sign ups)vc
Wednesday, September 11th;
Soapbox Sessions Open Mic @ Durty Nelly's (21+)
This one seems great, though I haven't personally been able to attend. Must be 21 or older. All types of performances welcome!
Where: Durty Nelly's Irish Pub // 2915 Red Hill Ave g101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
When: Sign ups start at 7 pm and performances start at 7:30 pm
Thursday, September 12th;
The Coollab Project Open Mic & Jam Session
Coollab is really great for bands, singer-songwriters, instrumentalists, poets... you name it!
Where: 4th Street Market // 201 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
When: Sign ups start at 7 pm and performances start at 7:30 pm
Friday, September 13th;
Friday Night Open Mic at The Den Cafe
Held at a eccentrically-decorated cafe in downtown Santa Ana, this open mic is open to all musicians!
Where: The Den Cafe // 125 N Broadway Ste D, Santa Ana CA 92701
When: Sign ups at 5:30 pm and performances start at 6 pm. Listing says to "ask for Rod" at sign ups.
Tuesday, September 17th;
Bogart's Weekly Open Mic Night
Grab a cup of coffee get comfy for a night of music, poetry, comedy --- all acts are welcome (as long as they're family friendly.)
Where: Bogart's Coffee House // 905 Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA, 90740
When: Starts at 7 pm (you should probably get there earlier for sign ups)
Wednesday, September 18th;
Soapbox Sessions Open Mic @ Durty Nelly's (21+)
This one seems great, though I haven't personally been able to attend. Must be 21 or older. All types of performances welcome!
Where: Durty Nelly's Irish Pub // 2915 Red Hill Ave g101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
When: Sign ups start at 7 pm and performances start at 7:30 pm
Thursday, September 19th;
Neat Coffee is bringing back their open mic! Sign ups start at 7 pm.
Where: Neat Coffee // 1922 Pomona Ave, Costa Mesa, California 92627
When: Sign ups start at 7:00 pm
Open Mic Night at Euclid Branch
Anaheim's libraries often hold open mics, so keep your eyes peeled for those! From the listing: "Poets, singers, songwriters, storytellers, writers, comedians, supporters, and listeners are welcome! The event will include a featured reading or musical performance by a published poet or musician."
Where: Anaheim's Euclid Branch Library // 1340 S. Euclid St, Anaheim CA 92802
When: Sign ups start at 4:45 pm and performances start at 5:00 pm
Friday, September 20th;
Friday Night Open Mic at The Den Cafe
Held at a eccentrically-decorated cafe in downtown Santa Ana, this open mic is open to all musicians!
Where: The Den Cafe // 125 N Broadway Ste D, Santa Ana CA 92701
When: Sign ups at 5:30 pm and performances start at 6 pm. Listing says to "ask for Rod" at sign ups.
Tuesday, September 24th;
Bogart's Weekly Open Mic Night
Grab a cup of coffee get comfy for a night of music, poetry, comedy --- all acts are welcome (as long as they're family friendly.)
Where: Bogart's Coffee House // 905 Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA, 90740
When: Starts at 7 pm (you should probably get there earlier for sign ups)
Wednesday, September 25th;
Soapbox Sessions Open Mic @ Durty Nelly's (21+)
This one seems great, though I haven't personally been able to attend. Must be 21 or older. All types of performances welcome!
Where: Durty Nelly's Irish Pub // 2915 Red Hill Ave g101, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
When: Sign ups start at 7 pm and performances start at 7:30 pm
Friday, September 27th;
Friday Night Open Mic at The Den Cafe
Held at a eccentrically-decorated cafe in downtown Santa Ana, this open mic is open to all musicians!
Where: The Den Cafe // 125 N Broadway Ste D, Santa Ana CA 92701
When: Sign ups at 5:30 pm and performances start at 6 pm. Listing says to "ask for Rod" at sign ups.
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