Athens has a music legacy that few college towns can match, home to a scene that launched bands like R.E.M. and the B-52s. That deep creative history still shapes the city, where open mics give comedians, musicians, poets, and storytellers an outlet alongside the University of Georgia crowd. Local bars, coffee shops, and music rooms host welcoming nights where new performers can find their footing and regulars can experiment. The audiences are young, enthusiastic, and used to discovering fresh talent. This regularly updated list brings together the latest information on sign-ups, costs, times, and venues to help you find the best open mics in Athens.

Athens

Georgia

United States of America

Boar's Head Lounge

Flanagan's

Flicker Theatre & Bar

Fritz Mar Lane

Hendershot's

MaiKai Kava Lounge

Normal Bar

Normaltown Brewing Co.

Nuçi's Space

Rabbit Hole Studios

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