Open Mic & Jam at The Shire
The Shire Pub, Cochrane · Every Tuesday · Free
Tuesday open mic and jam — all instruments and genres welcome.
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12 recurring nights across Calgary and area where you can walk in and play — door-only, so no ticket site ever lists them.
The Shire Pub, Cochrane · Every Tuesday · Free
Tuesday open mic and jam — all instruments and genres welcome.
Route 22, Cochrane · 3rd Wednesday of the month · $5
Monthly open mic on the third Wednesday.
Ironwood Stage & Grill, Calgary · Every Wednesday
Weekly open mic on a full stage with house PA, in Inglewood. Sign up at the venue.
Irish Cultural Centre, Calgary · Every Thursday
Acoustic bluegrass circle jam, September through June. Acoustic instruments only (electric bass OK, no percussion).
Hickey's, Irish Cultural Centre, Calgary · Every Thursday · Free
Traditional Irish session at Hickey's — beginner and intermediate players welcome. Most Thursdays, September to June.
Blues Can, Calgary · Every Saturday · Free
Weekly afternoon blues jam hosted by Mike Clark. All players welcome — just show up and sit in.
Kawa Espresso Bar, Calgary · Every Saturday · Free
JazzYYC's weekly jazz jam with a house rhythm section. Free, all ages and all levels.
Mikey's Juke Joint, Calgary · Every Saturday
Saturday afternoon blues jam with the Mike Clark Band — players sit in with the house band. Check the venue for the exact start time.
Atlas Brewing, Airdrie · Every Saturday · Free
Saturday afternoon open mic — all ages and levels, show up and sign up.
Blues Can, Calgary · Every Sunday · Free
Open afternoon jam hosted by The 16th Avenue Band. No cover, all players welcome.
Blues Can, Calgary · Every Sunday · Free
Late blues jam hosted by Brother Ray Lemelin & The Matinee Kings. No cover, all welcome.
Mugs Pub, Calgary · Every Monday · Free
Monday open mic hosted by Earl Morgan. House acoustic guitar, bass and cajon provided.
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