7 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Open mic
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Little Black Pearl Art And Design Academy, 1060 East 47th Street, Chicago, IL 60653
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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Open mics in Chicago, IL tonight and this week
21 listings in and around Chicago, IL, Wednesday, November 11 through Tuesday, November 17. Soonest: Black Wall Open Mic (Second Wednesdays) at Little Black Pearl Art And Design Academy (Wednesday 7 p.m.); Weekly Open Mic at Friendly Coffee Lounge (Wednesday 7 p.m.); Open Mic Night at Robin's Nest Music (Wednesday 7 p.m.); Ballydoyle – Open Mic Night at Ballydoyle Downers Grove (Wednesday 7:30 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Weekly Open Mic
Friendly Coffee LoungeBerwyn, IL5.9 mi
Open mic
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Weekly Open Mic at Friendly Music Community in Berwyn, Illinois, which pairs a live music stage and tap bar with a coffee lounge, art gallery and the non-profit Friendly Music School.
Friendly Coffee Lounge, 6731 W Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic Night
Robin's Nest MusicThornton, IL19 mi
Open mic
- Ages: All ages
Details
A weekly family-friendly open mic night for beginners to pros, with all ages welcome.
- Ages: All ages
Robin's Nest Music, 585 N Williams St, Thornton, IL 60476
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Central Time
Ballydoyle – Open Mic Night
Ballydoyle Downers GroveDowners Grove, IL17 mi
Open mic
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Ballydoyle – Open Mic Night at Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Ballydoyle Downers Grove, 5157 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
OPEN MIC/JAM WITH ALEX HAMER
Pub 78Brookfield, IL8.3 mi
Open mic
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Open mic and jam with Alex Hamer: play along or just enjoy great local musicians. House drum kit, bass amp and guitar amp available; the kitchen is open.
Pub 78, 3733 Grand Blvd, Brookfield, IL 60513
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
Food: wings · burgers · pizza · sandwiches · fried chicken · pretzelsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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10 p.m. Central Time
Comedy Open Mic with Easy Laughs
Easy BarChicago, IL4.6 mi
Open mic
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Comedy
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Easy Bar, 1944 West Division Street, Chicago, IL 60622
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 p.m. Central Time
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7 a.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic Night! All are welcome
Copper Fiddle DistilleryLake Zurich, IL32 mi
Open mic
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An open mic at Copper Fiddle Distillery, a bourbon maker whose room hosts live music and entertainment almost every night. Visitors can also take a tour of the distilling process and taste the spirits.
Copper Fiddle Distillery, 532 W IL Rte 22 Suite 110, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
Food: seafood · dessertsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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6 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic Night
The Little Owl Social PubBrookfield, IL8.3 mi
Open mic
- Every Thu
Details
Standing weekly event. An open mic night for music, comedy and poetry.
Weekly, Thursdays
The Little Owl Social Pub, 3747 Grand Blvd, Brookfield, IL 60513
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Open mic
- Every Thu
Details
An open mic at Church Street Brewing Company where performers sign up for a 15-minute slot or a three-song set.
Weekly, Thursdays
Church Street Brewing Company, 1480 Industrial Dr., Itasca, IL 60143
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–10:59 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic
Gallery CabaretChicago, IL5.6 mi
Open mic
Details
Open mic night at the Gallery Cabaret, where the house gear is open to all comers for jams with other players from the sign-in list.
Gallery Cabaret, 2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10:59 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic Night at Arlington Ale House
Arlington Ale HouseArlington Heights, IL22 mi
Open mic
- Every Thu
Details
Weekly, Thursdays
Arlington Ale House, 111 E. Campbell St., Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Central Time
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8 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Central Time
Standup Open Mic
BABS Comedy ClubForest Park, IL7.0 mi
Open mic
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Comedy
Details
A free open mic for a mix of aspiring and established standup comedians.
BABS Comedy Club, 7316 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time
Open mic
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Transcendent Frequencies, a queer and trans electronic open mic night at Nabala Cafe.
Nabala Cafe, 4660 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Open mic
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Talks
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R&B Singles Night with open mic poetry: R&B music and a chance to meet someone new.
the PIAZZA - Aurora, 85 Executive Drive, Aurora, IL 60504
Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time
3rd Annual Teen Open Mic Night (Teens Only)
Glenview Public LibraryGlenview, IL18 mi
Open mic
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Family
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Teens take the mic to perform a talent of their own or watch friends do the same. Light concessions are served at this open mic.
Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time
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3 p.m.–5 p.m. Central Time
UPTOWN POETRY SLAM
Green Mill Cocktail LoungeChicago, IL9.2 mi
Open mic
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Talks
Details
Poets take the stage with spoken-word pieces, and a panel of judges scores each one on its writing and its delivery.
Green Mill Cocktail Lounge, 4802 North Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time
Before you go
- Parking
We have a parking lot available after 6:30pm.
From greenmilljazz.com, Oct 24, 2026 - Arriving
We don’t take reservations. Seating is first-come, first-served.
From greenmilljazz.com, Oct 24, 2026 - Dress code
We don’t have a dress code.
From greenmilljazz.com, Oct 24, 2026
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10 p.m. Central Time
Fun Simulation 2000 Open Mic Comedy
Reed's LocalChicago, IL7.1 mi
Open mic
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Comedy
Details
Open mic comedy at Reed's Local, hosted by Fun Simulation 2000, where anyone can try out a bit on stage. Stay until the end to catch the Fastest Minute in Comedy.
Reed's Local, 3017 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 10 p.m. Central Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic/Open Jam
PreservationGeneva, IL32 mi
Open mic
Details
An open mic where musicians try out new material and support each other, hosted by Aaron Kelly.
Preservation, 513 S 3rd St, Geneva, IL 60134
Monday, November 16, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
Food: tacos · pizza · flatbreads · sushi · salads · soup · Gluten-free optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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7 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time
Storytelling Open Mic! Come and Tell or listen to a Story in Libertyville!
Pizzeria DevilleLibertyville, IL34 mi
Open mic
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Talks
- Ages: All ages
Details
An open mic for storytelling, where anyone can share a story or just listen, held in the party room at Pizzeria DeVille. It's free, all ages are welcome, and food and drinks are available.
- Ages: All ages
Pizzeria Deville, 404 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL
Monday, November 16, 2026, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time
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7 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time
Open Mic
Gallery CabaretChicago, IL5.6 mi
Open mic
Details
An open mic at Gallery Cabaret where musicians play new songs and connect with one another.
Gallery Cabaret, 2020 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time
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Do Not Submit/Open Mic
Hopleaf BarChicago, IL9.6 mi
Open mic
Details
An open mic at Hopleaf, a neighborhood pub with craft beer and in-house, chef-inspired dining.
Hopleaf Bar, 5148 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
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