Pensacola’s Open Mic Scene
Ready for your five minutes of fame? From heartfelt verses to stand-up sets, the city’s stage is wide open. Across Pensacola, open mic nights are creating a space where spoken word, music and comedy share the stage, welcoming singers, comedians, poets and creatives to share their craft. Hosted at breweries, cafés, kava bars and community art spaces, these laid-back weekly and monthly gatherings offer a low-pressure way to test new material, debut original work or simply support local talent. Even better? Most are completely free and open to all skill levels. So, text the group chat, warm up those vocal cords (or that five-minute set) and step into the spotlight. Here’s a look at some of the free open mic events happening around Pensacola.
Goat Lips Chew & Brewhouse
If your week needs a soundtrack, Goat Lips Chew & Brewhouse has you covered. The popular spot hosts live open mics every Monday and Thursday night, spotlighting some of Pensacola’s most talented local musicians. Monday nights kick off the fun with open sign-ups beginning at 6 pm, while Thursdays at 7 pm are hosted by local musician Clint Davis, who showcases a mix of fresh faces and familiar favorites. After the stage portion wraps up, the crowd is invited to gather outside around the bonfire for more live music, cold brews and more. Expect a blend of folk, country and rock, along with plenty of original songs from area artists. Goat Lips is located at 2811 Copter Rd. in Pensacola. For complete details, visit goatlips.com and follow @GoatLipsChewandBrewhouse on Facebook.
Behind the Bar (B2B) Comedy Open Mic
Odd Colony Brewing Co.’s weekly Behind the Bar (BTB) Comedy Open Mic brings together first-timers and seasoned comics alike for a night of sharp jokes, nonstop laughs and house-brewed beers. Every Monday at 7 pm, the spotlight turns to Pensacola’s stand-up scene inside Odd Colony at 270 N. Palafox St. in downtown Pensacola. Entry is free, the mic is open to anyone brave enough to grab it and sign-ups start at 6:30 pm. This crowd-favorite fills up quickly, so get there early, grab a brew and settle in for the laughs. For details, visit follow @BTBComedy on Facebook and Instagram.
Pensacola Poetry
Looking for a midweek creative reset? Craft Gourmet Bakery & Café in East Pensacola Heights hosts a weekly Open Mic Poetry Night every Tuesday at 6 pm, offering a welcoming space for poets, musicians and performance artists to share their work. Organized by Pensacola Poetry, the event invites all types of creatives—from first-timers testing new material to seasoned performers refining their craft. It’s laidback and come-as-you-are with poets, storytellers and acoustic musicians turning the cafe into a low-key cultural hub where creativity and caffeine collide. Open Mic Poetry Nights are held at Craft Bakery’s new location at 615 Scenic Hwy. in Pensacola. For updates, upcoming themes and more, follow @PensacolaPoetry Facebook and Instagram.
Pensacola Comedy Club
Pensacola Comedy is bringing the energy with Open Mic Nights every second Friday of the month at Pacific Kava Bar’s downtown location, hosted by comedian, actor and improviser Ryan Pfeiffer. From 7 to 10 pm, the space transforms into a chill, anything-goes hangout where local comedians take the stage for an evening of raw, unpredictable stand-up. You’ll see seasoned comics testing new bits, as well as someone bravely doing their very first set. Enjoy kava and coffee drinks while watching comics work with the crowd in a highly interactive room, where the audience is part of the show. No cover, no pressure—just show up, grab a drink and enjoy the laughs. Pacific Kava Bar #2 is located at 415 W. Belmont St. in downtown Pensacola. For updates, visit pacifickavabar.com and follow @PacificKavaBar on Facebook and Instagram.
Kuzi Comedy Open Mic
Kuzi Comedy hosts a popular, high-energy open mic event every Tuesday at Pacific Kava Bar in downtown Pensacola. Offering a laid-back and welcoming vibe for both newcomers and seasoned comedians alike, Kuzi’s Open Mic Comedy kicks off at 7 pm, and the list drops at 6:30 pm. Walk-ins are welcome. You can also sign up online by sending a DM to @KuziComedy on Instagram, where they also post updates on upcoming open mic events. Pacific Kava Bar is located at 415 W. Belmont St. in downtown Pensacola. For updates and details, follow @KuziComedy on Instagram.
Talk to the Moon Comedy Club
Serving up the best midweek laughs in Pensacola, Talk to the Moon Comedy Club keeps the punchlines coming with regular Open Mic Comedy Nights at venues throughout the city. Catch them Wednesdays at 7 pm at Mathieson Brewing Co. at 500 E. Heinberg St. in Pensacola (formerly Doc’s Hop Shop), or hit Bagelheads in Argo Village on Wednesdays at 7 pm, and the downtown Bagelheads on Thursdays at 7 pm. Mathieson sign ups happen via comment on Instagram or Facebook, so be sure to follow them on social media for details. Both Bagelheads shows are free, with sign-ups at 6:30 pm. It’s BYOB, coolers welcome—so roll up with your crew and your best five minutes of jokes. For updates and sign-up details, visit talktothemooncomedyclub.com and follow @TalktotheMoonComedyClub on Instagram and Facebook.
Country Club Open Mic at ALGA
ALGA Beer Co.’s Country Club Open Mic is the perfect way to kick off your week. Showcasing local talent, good vibes and tasty craft beer, ALGA’s open mic invites musicians to take the stage every Monday at 6:30 pm, with sign-ups at 6 pm. No instrument? No problem—ALGA provides a guitar, bass, drums and aux cables. The atmosphere is casual, welcoming and open to all skill levels. Sign-ups are first come, first serve. Enjoy beer specials throughout the night and grab a bite from the Brown Bagger food truck, out back until 8 pm. ALGA Beer Co. is located at 2435 N. 12th Ave. in East Hill. For updates and schedule changes, follow @AlgaBeerCo on Facebook and Instagram.
PenArts Open Mic at The Gordon
Ready to grab the mic? PenArts’ free Open Mic series at The Gordon Community Art Center (The Gordon) is where local creatives show up and show out. Held on various dates throughout the year, these community focused events welcome all performers and skill levels— from singers and poets to comedians and more. In 2026, you can catch the action from 7 to 9 pm on March 12, June 11, September 10 and December 10. Sign-ups happen on-site the night of the event, so come ready to bring your best set and boldest energy. The Gordon is located at 306 N. DeVilliers St. in downtown Pensacola. For updates and details, visit penarts.org and follow @PenArtsInc on Facebook and Instagram. The stage is waiting.