Open Mic etc. Directory (Central Florida)

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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@yahoo.com and let me know. 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 at the moment.

Contact:Susan Trewick (407)760-2153  For Website details www.tinyurl.com/isgsongs

Facebook group page:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/831814850193553/

(NB. This is not an open mic, it is a songwriters network/song critique group.)

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Monday

**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 artforms 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/pg/WestEndTradingCo/events/


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Tuesday

Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI Orlando Chapter) Meeting.
First Tuesdays (usually) 7:00pm

Please contact Pam Shuler,  pamela.shuler@sbcglobal.net  Co-coordinator

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/431747230310591/

For Zoom link details, please e-mail nsaiorlando@gmail.com

(NB. This is not an open mic, it is a songwriters education/critique group.)



Austin Coffee and Film. 929 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park Fl 32789 Tel 407-975-3364.
8:00 to 12:00pm.

Host: Cody. Sign up at 7:30, be there early if you want to be on the list.

Facebook Link:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1011786396348741
This group is dedicated to informing the world about Tuesday and Friday singer-songwriter open mic nights at Austin's Coffee at 929 W. Fairbanks Avenue in Winter Park Florida

The Copper Rocket Pub.  Village Plaza, 106 Lake Ave. Maitland FL. 407-636-3171 
7 to 10pm Be early to sign in  10 to midnight Comedy

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 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

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Wednesday 


3rd. Wednesday, monthly, Winter Park Public Library, 1052 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32789

Central Florida AcousticFingerstyle Guitar Group. This is a free playing circle. 6:00 to 8:30pm. This was happening on zoom for Covid, but is now back to in-person

Contact: SusieCool Trewick cfacousticfingerstyleguitar@gmail.com  for zoom link details
(if it is happening on zoom).

Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/228147620559285/


Celery City Craft  114 S Palmetto Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771 5:30 to 9:30pm. Host Rhenn Again.

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRPR/


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


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



Muldoon's Saloon. 7439 Aloma Ave. Winter Park 32792  tel  407-657-9980

Thursdays 8 to midnight bring your cowbell!!!  Hang out with Raleigh & Friends
for Acoustic Jam Night from 8 to midnight. All musicians welcome!

https://www.facebook.com/muldoonslive


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/ 



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 7:15, for 7:30 to 11:30 or so.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Blackcatcafe/

(Note, Be there by at least 7pm to Pre-sign if you want 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


**Juice 'N Java Live Open Mic.  75 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 from 7 to 10 pm

Americana Music - Folk, Blues, Rock, Hip Hop & Jazz. Interested Musicians contact Bo at bo1091@gmail.com

Serving "After 5" menu, soup & salads, along with coffee, drinks and groovy smoothies!

Check their Facebook page for past performances on youtube

https://www.facebook.com/juicenjavacafe/


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

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For other open mics, please check out  https://openmikes.org/

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