Open Mics in Denver
34 open mic venues in Denver, Colorado
Denver is the open mic capital of Colorado, with dozens of stages across neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Five Points, RiNo, and South Broadway. From legendary comedy clubs to intimate acoustic rooms in historic venues, the Mile High City offers performers and audiences something every single night of the week.
Capitol Hill and South Broadway have the highest concentration of open mics. You can walk between multiple venues in one evening for a full night of live performances.
Sunday
3 venuesRISE Comedy - Sunday
Tag You're It! Open Mic at 6pm, Anecdotal Open Mic at 8pm.
Mercury Cafe - Poetry Slam
Venue transitioning to The Pearl in 2026. Confirm events still running.
Monday
5 venuesThe Corner Beet
Acoustic open mic from 6-9pm. All styles welcome.
Mozart's Denver
Open mic nights - first Monday of every month. Sign ups open at 6:30 and show starts at 7pm. Free off-street parking.
Lion's Lair - Comedy
Comedy open mic hosted by Anthony Crawford. Sign up 10pm, show 10:30pm. 21+, no cover.
Tuesday
5 venuesBar 404
2nd & 4th Tuesday. Blues priority but all welcome.
Goosetown Tavern BBQ
Sign-ups start at 7pm, performances begin at 8pm.
Roxy on Broadway - Songwriters
1st and last Tuesday of the month. Singer/songwriter open mic hosted by Megan Rice. Sign up in person at 6:30pm.
Comedy Works - New Talent Night
Weekly showcase of up-and-coming comedians. $12. Call 303-477-7844 to sign up (curated list, 8-10 week wait). 18+.
Wednesday
7 venuesRoxy on Broadway - Jazz Jam
Wine Wednesday Jazz Jam 7-10pm. Open to musicians.
The Bar at PLAZA 38 - Open Jam
Open jam at 7:30pm every Wednesday.
Lion's Lair - Music
Denver's hottest Open Stage\! Doors 7pm, showcase 8pm, open mic 9pm. Midnight happy hour til 1:30am\! Drums, guitar, bass, and PA provided. Judgement-free zone. Free, 21+.
RISE Comedy - Wednesday
RISE & Shine Comedy Open Mic. Sign up 7:30pm, 4 min sets. Pay what you want. 18+.
Mercury Cafe - Music
Venue transitioning to The Pearl in 2026. Confirm events still running.
Thursday
5 venuesKnotted Root Brewing Co.
Creative Strategies for Change
3rd Thursday. All-genre open mic. Sign up 6:30pm, show 7pm. All ages, $5 suggested.
The Monkey Barrel
The Bar at PLAZA 38 - Jazz Jam
Jazz jam at 9pm every Thursday.
Friday
7 venuesYouth on Record
1st Friday 4-8pm. FREE! Sign up first come first served at 4pm. Up to 8 min sets. Family-friendly (no profanity). Backline provided.
Sacred Voices at Denver Community Media
2nd Friday. Sign up 6pm, show 6:30pm. 10 min limit.
Sacred Voices at Lighthouse Writers
1st Friday. Sign up 6pm, show 6:30pm. Free, all ages.
Denver Art Society
2nd Friday of month at 7pm. Music, comedy, poetry.
Slam Nuba at RedLine
Last Friday of month. Poetry slam & open mic. Doors/signup 7:30pm, show 8pm. $10 ($5 students).
Mercury Cafe - Poetry
Venue transitioning to The Pearl in 2026. Confirm events still running.
Saturday
2 venuesSecular Hub
3rd Saturday at 2pm. Poetry, music, comedy - all welcome!
Frequently Asked Questions
How many open mic nights are there in Denver?
Denver hosts dozens of open mic nights each week across comedy, music, poetry, and mixed formats. There are stages running every night in neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Five Points, RiNo, LoDo, and South Broadway.
What types of open mics does Denver have?
Denver offers comedy open mics, acoustic and full-band music showcases, spoken word and poetry nights, and mixed-format events that welcome all performers.
Are Denver open mics free to attend?
Most Denver open mics are free to attend and free to perform at. Some venues have a one-drink minimum or a small cover charge, but the majority are completely free.
What is the best neighborhood for open mics in Denver?
Capitol Hill has the highest density of open mic venues, followed by South Broadway and Five Points. Each neighborhood has its own vibe, from eclectic and energetic on Cap Hill to jazz-rooted in Five Points.