Cleveland’s open mic scene benefits from the city’s rich cultural heritage and thriving arts community. Across neighborhoods like Ohio City, Tremont, and Downtown, you’ll find coffeehouses, bars, and performance spaces hosting comedy, music, poetry, and storytelling events.

The city’s supportive audiences and collaborative creative scene provide performers with opportunities to test new material and grow their skills. Open mics in Cleveland welcome both first-timers and seasoned artists alike.

This regularly updated list contains all the details on sign-ups, costs, times, and venues to help you find the best open mics in Cleveland.

Cleveland

Ohio

United States of America

Cleveland Public Theatre

Dunlap's Corner Bar

Frank D's

Gatewood

Imposters Theater

Judd's City Tavern

Market Avenue Wine Bar

Spotlight Cleveland

The Borgata Bar

The Brothers Lounge

All Venues in Cleveland