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OPEN MICS and Songwriter Jams/Meetings
in Central Florida Area
(Weekly Listing)
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The following Open Mics are the ones I know about. I have been to 90% of them,
but things do change.
If you know of any others, please e-mail me at susiecool2001@gmail.com
and let me know. Where possible, I have added the Facebook pages for venues.
Also, if you know that any of these listed is no longer running.please let me know,
so I don't go sending people on wild goose chases. Enjoy!!!!
Please call ahead at the numbers listed before making the trip.
** indicates venues that need to be verified
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Sunday
International Songwriter's Guild (ISG) Meeting.
Monthly, First Sundays. 5:00 pm on zoom only at the moment.
Contact: Susan Trewick isgorlando@gmail.com To join our list for zoom details.
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/internationalsongwritersguild
(NB. This is not an open mic, it is a songwriters networking/song feedback group.)
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Monday
** (Please Verify) West End Trading Co. 202 S Sanford Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771
Signing up begins at 8:30pm IN PERSON ONLY each and every week! To sign up just arrive when you see fit and sign up on the board. Open Mic runs from 9pm to 12am, 20 minute slots, all art forms are welcome and full PA is provided.
Please have your gear prepped and ready to set up as fast as possible to aid fast changeovers. Looking forward to meeting you!
NO FULL DRUM SETS - NO UNECESSARILY LOUD MUSIC.
Percussion is welcomed though: Cajon, Congas, Bongos, etc. Sorry for any inconvenience. This is a weekly open mic at the West End Trading Company on the FRONT bar stage.
This 18+ event takes place in Historic Downtown Sanford, FL.
It is hosted by Rhenn Again of Rahoe Pro & Rep (RPR).
https://www.facebook.com/WestEndTradingCo
https://www.facebook.com/pg/WestEndTradingCo/events/
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Tuesday
Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI Orlando Chapter) Meeting.
First Tuesdays (usually) 7:00pm
Please contact Co-coordinators:
Pam Shuler, pamela.shuler@sbcglobal.net
or Asli Goncer, aslivision@icloud.com for info on the venue
https://sites.google.com/site/nsaiorlando/
http://www.nashvillesongwriters.com
Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nsaiorlandochapter
For Zoom link details and announcements, please e-mail nsaiorlando@gmail.com
(NB. This is not an open mic, it is a songwriters education/critique group.)
The Copper Rocket Pub. Village Plaza, 106 Lake Ave. Maitland FL. 407-636-3171
Be early to sign in. 7pm to 10pm.
Join OrlandoBands.com as we host Open Mic Night at the Copper Rocket Pub! Every week, open stage to perform, or watch your favorite artists! Ages 18+ Free Parking, and smoking allowed on outdoor patio!
Host: Ben Gardner OrlandoBands.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/copperrocketopenmic/
The Falcon, 819 E. Washington Street, Orlando, FL 32801. (407) 423-3060
8:00 PM to 12:00 AM Tuesdays.
For 3 songs or 15 minutes, anyone can come, sign up, and perform original or
non-original music, poetry, performance art, comedy, etc.
The Falcon Bar & Gallery, an independent and cutting edge experience in the arts in a gallery and bar setting. Enjoy the finest craft beers and wines in Thornton Park District. https://www.facebook.com/FalconOpenMic
Austin’s Open Mic – 7:30 pm – 12 am ---- 2240 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789 tel: (407) 623-3393 https://www.facebook.com/austinscoffee
Stardust Open Mic – 7 pm – 10 pm – 2nd Tuesday of every month ---- 1842 Winter Park Rd., Orlando FL 32803 tel: (407) 623-3393 https://www.facebook.com/stardustie
Chronic Guru Open Mic – 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm --- 303A East 1st Street, Sanford FL 32771 tel: (407) 984-5335 https://www.facebook.com/ChronicGuruSanford
The Alley Open Mic – 7 pm – 11 pm – 114 S. Park Avenue, Sanford FL 32771
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/TheAlleyLive Rotating Host
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Wednesday
Central Florida Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar Group. This is a free playing circle. 6:00 to 8:30pm. 3rd. Wednesday, monthly at the, Winter Park Public Library, community room 2nd floor. 1052 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32789
Contact: SusieCool Trewick to be added to our meeting notice email list. cfacousticfingerstyleguitar@gmail.com
Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cffingerstyleguitar
Friar Tuck Open Mic – 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – 2nd Wed of each month --- 601 Cagan Park Avenue, Clermont FL, 34714 https://www.facebook.com/clermontfriartuck/
Bynx Open Mic - 8 pm – 10 pm – 2nd Wed of each month --- 420 East Church St. Orlando FL 32801 https://www.facebook.com/bynxorlando
Dr Drips Coffee https://www.drdripscoffee.com/
1618 North Orange Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 FaceBook Page
Celery City Craft 114 S Palmetto Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771 5:30 to 9:30pm. Host Rhenn Again. https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRPR/
The Alley Open Mic – 8 pm – 1 am – 114 S. Park Avenue, Sanford FL 32771
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/TheAlleyLive Rotating Host
Spill Wine Bar 1196 Tree Swallow Dr, Winter Springs, Florida 32708. Open Mic Night.
6 to 9pm. Host Jeff Bishop call (407) 278-8219 or
check the Facebook page for details: https://www.facebook.com/spillwineandbeer
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Thursday
Central Florida Folk Song Circle First Thursdays on zoom only.
Here is the Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063716100172
Tip-a-Few 2, Cape Canaveral. 6890 N Atlantic Avenue, Cape Canaveral, FL, United States, Florida (321) 613-0056 7 to 10 pm Host: Steve Hodak productions
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TipAFew2
Fish on Fire -- Jam night with the house band. 7937 Daetwyler Drive. (407)812-6881. Starts around 6:30 show is 7-11pm Facebook Link: Fish on Fire
Fiddlers Green Irish Pub
544 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, (407) 645-2050
Sign up sheet goes out 7:30 Music from 8 to 12 Host: Harley
Facebook Link: FiddlersGreenOrlando
Citrus City Craft 101 N. Country Club Rd. Lake Mary, FL 32746
Thursdays Hosted by Rhenn again 1 free draft beer or Well drink (per 21+ performer)
(No comedy, no Karaoke) Sign up 6:30 for 7 - 10pm show
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRPR/
The Alley Open Mic – 7 pm – 11 pm – 114 S. Park Avenue, Sanford FL 32771
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/TheAlleyLive Rotating Host
SusieCool at HOB (House of Beer)
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Friday
Black Cat Cafe (2nd Fridays)
Unitarian Church, 1901 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, 32803 (407) 275-6152.
Low cost drinks and snacks available. Host Chip Dockery.
Sign up at 4:30 for 5:00pm start.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Blackcatcafe/
(Note, Be there by at least 4:30pm to Pre-sign if you want to get on the list))
Carib Brewery Cape Canaveral Every other Friday starting Feb 21st 2025
200 Imperial Blvd , Cape Canaveral, FL, United States, Florida
caribbreweryusa.com
6 to 9 Host: Steve Hodak
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Saturday
Groovin' on a Saturday Afternoon The Alley 114 S Park Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771.
2-5pm, 15 minute slots (3 -4 songs).
There is full back line, bass & guitar amps, full drum kit, keyboard (if requested) & a dedicated sound tech with a front stage booth. It also includes professional lighting and Fuel BBQ; accessed from I/S The Alley.
Hosted by: David G
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/TheAlleyLive
Krazy Kup Open Mic – 7 pm - 8:30 pm – 101 East J Arden Mays Blvd, Plant City FL 33563 https://www.facebook.com/KrazyKup/
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