🎙️ THE OLD BAR OPEN MIC NIGHT 🎙️

LUU HOSTED

DATE: 21st September 2026

START TIME: 7:30pm

FINISH TIME: 10:30pm

VENUE NAME: Old Bar

ADDRESS: Lifton Pl, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 9JZ https://www.luu.ac.uk/wayfinding/

COST: FREE

Fancy a chilled night of live music, good drinks and good company? 🎶

The Old Bar Open Mic Night is the perfect way to spend your Monday evening during Freshers Week — whether you’re performing or just there to enjoy the show.

Expect a mix of:

🎸 Acoustic sets & original songs🎤 Covers & live performances🎭 Poetry, comedy & more🍻 Student drinks deals🍔 Food available throughout the evening

Want to perform?

Everyone’s welcome, whether you’ve been performing for years or just fancy giving it a go. It’s free to perform, just sign up with the host on the night. Confirming your spot online doesn't gurantee you a spot, just speak to the host on the night when you arrive!

Not performing? No problem. Grab a drink, bring your mates and enjoy some live entertainment in the relaxed atmosphere of the Old Bar.

Perform, listen, or just hang out. It’s up to you. 🎶

Accessibility 

Parking: YES. Free parking is available on campus on the weekend and off-peak hours for students, but you must register your vehicle in advance. Further information can be found here: Student Parking - Estates and Facilities. If you are a student and require Blue Badge parking, you can apply for a permit free of charge. For more information, please contact the Car Parking Team at carparking@leeds.ac.uk.

Public Transport: LUU can be accessed via many bus routes in the city. You can use the following website to help you plan your journey: Plan your journey | First Bus. We are also around 20 minutes' walk from the Leeds train station. Please be aware that this event will end after public transport has finished for the night.

Wheelchair Access: Each venue is fully wheelchair accessible 

Step Free Access: NO

Accessible Toilets: YES

Lift Access: YES

Seating: YES

Quiet Space: NO

Sensory Adjustment: NO

Noise Level: Loud 

Is alcohol being served at this event? YES

Are soft drinks and non-alcoholic options available? YES