Chicago
Public open mic and live-performance events for performers in Chicago. Listings are not paid or sponsored. 24 venues · 15 upcoming events · 3 performer types.
United States · Open mic · Comedy
Upcoming events
Date TBC / recurring
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Open mic every Monday night for a variety of talents including comedians, sign-ups online or in person, cash prize
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Weekly stand-up open mic with roughly 4 minutes of material, free to participate, signup begins 6:00 PM in person on Wednesday June 17, 2026
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My Buddy's Live! Free Comedy Show Date TBC
Weekly comedy open mic every Thursday at 10pm with sign-ups starting at 9:30pm, free entry, 21+
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Queer Open Mic Date TBC
LGBTQ-centered open mic including comedians welcome, sign up at 7:30pm, XLR and 1/4 inch cables available
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The Comedy Bar Open Mic Recurring
Recurring Monday night open mic for aspiring comics with in-person signup at venue; doors open 7 PM
Venues in Chicago
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Charlie's LIVE! Open Mic/Open Stage Show
Charlie's LIVE! · Chicago
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Past events
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Open mic event on June 24, 2026, from 7-9pm welcoming comedians, free entry, sign up at door or online
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Open mic outside on June 8, 2026 from 6:30-9:30pm with $7 suggested donation, sign up at the door starting at 6:30pm