Whether you’re a singer, musician, poet or just love to support local artists, these bars and clubs around the Main Line are perfect for a night of open mic music, food and drinks. Who doesn’t want to say they saw the next great Philly musician at their first show?
Artillery Brewing Company
333 Granite Alley, West Chester
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This brewery is hosting a new open mic night from Rob Perna Jr., every Tuesday from 6-9pm. The brewery offers Revolutionary War-themed brews to enjoy with the music, and other classic styles from American to Irish to Czech and more.
VK Brewing Co
693 Lincoln Hwy. E, Exton
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This Exton brewery hosts an open mic night on the third Wednesday of every month. VK also offers weekly specials and has BOGO half-off pizzas on Wednesdays to enjoy during the music.
Brickette Lounge
1339 Pottstown Pke., West Chester
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This Western-themed lounge offers an open mic night every Sunday from 7 to 10 p.m. It is renowned for its barbecue, line dancing and country music, but welcomes any genre during the open mic nights.
Stolen Sun Brewery
342 N Pottstown Pke., Exton
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Tune in for the monthly open mic at Stolen Sun Brewery. The event, hosted by Joey Ritter, provides a piano and sound equipment for acoustic sets. The lounge also offers a wide variety of craft beers and brews.
Steel City Coffeehouse and Brewery
203 Bridge St., Phoenixville
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Famous for its Thursday open mic nights, Steel City is a coffeehouse by day and Phoenixville’s trendiest music lounge by night. Signups start at 6:30 p.m. and the open mic begins at 7 p.m. The venue enforces “Listening Room Etiquette” for an engaging community environment.
Stottsville Inn
3512 Strasburg Rd., Coatesville
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Stottsville Inn’s restaurant hosts an open mic night every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. Menu options include an extensive offering of drinks, pasta, and more at this classy Coatesville setting.
Kelly Music Center
4 E Eagle Rd., Havertown
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This community arts center offers a more intimate space for musicians and poets to come together on the first Wednesday of every month. Signups begin at 6:30 p.m. and the open mic runs from 7-9 p.m.
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