Not long ago, the concept of “open-mic nights” – when any performer is welcome to take the stage for a few minutes, regardless of their experience or skill level – was completely unknown in Budapest’s nightlife scene… but after a few local musicians established these events at several bars citywide in recent years, open-mic nights are now a regular after-hours attraction in the Magyar metropolis. The atmosphere and spirit of every open-mic event varies dramatically depending on the host venue, but all of them provide unpredictably entertaining nights out for no entry fee.

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While we here at We Love Budapest will do our best to keep this article updated, the city’s open-mic events tend to pop up in new venues fairly frequently – so, check out the Budapest Open Mic Facebook page for current information about all of these good-time gatherings.

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Jelen Bisztró (Closed)

1085 Budapest, Blaha Lujza tér 1-2.

In a candlelit back room with surreal murals on the walls, all musicians, poets, and comedians are welcome to share their works with the world at this laid-back bistro by Blaha Square on Monday nights during 8pm-11pm. Along with free entry, open-mic guests enjoy food-and-drink discounts while listening to live tunes, experimental performance art, and the amusing musings of host Tito Slack.

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Open Mic Tuesdays at Ellátó Ház

The covered courtyard stage of this easygoing nightspot provides the rain-or-shine setting for open-mic parties every Tuesday night between 8:30pm and 11:30pm, and the free-spirited nature of this musical fiesta makes this a magnet for truly unique acts from near and far. The venue’s spacious setting and booming sound system make this an appealing place for musicians trying out new material.

Address: Budapest 1074, Dob u. 19
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Mika Tivadar Mulató és Kert (Closed)

1075 Budapest, Kazinczy utca 47.

One of Kazinczy Street’s best live-music venues transforms its main taproom into a relaxed performance hall where diverse talents shine every Wednesday during 8pm-11pm. Hosted by the gregarious guitar-playing Budapest impresario BG since 2015, this is one of the city’s most long-standing open-mic nights, and thus attracts an impressive lineup of diversely accomplished players almost every week.

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Szimpla Open Stage!

1075 Budapest, Kazinczy utca 14.
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The world’s most famous ruin pub invites everyone to stand in the spotlight during this weekly open-mic event held each Friday from 8:30pm to 11:30pm, starring Budapest-based talents and traveling musicians alike. At this well-equipped extravaganza, performers are provided with two mics, an acoustic guitar, an acoustic bass, and a cajón drum – everything a small band needs for its big breakthrough gig.