Lawrence Open Mics & Jams
Whether you are new to the Lawrence music scene, or an artist looking to demo some new material, open mics and community jams are a great way to connect and participate in your music community.
The following is a list of open mic nights and community music jams in and around Lawrence, KS.
Know of another open mic that is not listed? Email details to lawrencemusicalliance@gmail.com
Last updated 4/15/2025
Mondays
Gaslight Gardens
317 N 2nd St, Lawrence, KS 66044
7-11pm Mondays
FREE
The friendly and talented Tyler Gregory, the cozy and intimate vibe of the Gaslight — welcome to Open Mic Mondays! Always free, Open Mic is the perfect place to fine-tune your live performance, or just scratch that itch to play in front of folks. Get here early to sign up for a slot!
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Dexter's Pub and Grill
3115 W 6th St # D, Lawrence, KS 66049
7-8:30pm
FREE
Lawrence Ukulele Players Jam: Every third Monday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Dexter's Pub and Grill (formerly Murf's), 3115 W. 6th St. 66049 in Lawrence. Gather from 6:30 – 7:00 to order food & beverages. Jam runs from 7-8:30. Stay after to socialize! This group is welcome to any level of playing skill.
Tuesdays
Lucia
1016 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
7:30PM
FREE
Stormy Tuesday Blues Jam: Hosted by Martin Farrell Jr
Every Tuesday - Open Jam
Wednesdays
Northside Social
444 Locust St, Lawrence, KS 66044
www.facebook.com/northsidesocial.lfk
7pm
FREE
Black Stag Brewery
623 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
6pm
FREE
Black Stag Brewery open mic every Wednesday from 6 to 8ish. Sign up begins at 5:45. Sponsored by Black Stag and Americana Music Academy and hosted by Easy G
Thursdays
Senior Resource Center
745 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044
1-3pm
FREE
Are you a musician who wants to practice and play with other musicians? Come join this new jam just for you and your musical instrument! Bring your guitar, bass, banjo, fiddle, ukulele, keyboard, or other instrument and enjoy making music with musicians of all abilities.
For more information, contact Kim at 785-856-0203 or kluce@YourSRC.org.
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Harbour Lights
1031 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
www.facebook.com/HarbourLightsKS
7:30pm - 11:00pm
FREE
Hosted by Louie White
Saturdays
Americana Music Academy
1419 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044
AMA Saturday Jam sessions:
Every Saturday, 3-5 p.m. at Americana House, 1419 Mass Street. Acoustic Jam, mostly guitars and singing. From folk to the popular tunes that have become folk. All acoustic instruments and styles are welcome.
Women’s Song Circle:
2nd Saturdays, 1:00-2:30 p.m. at Americana House, 1419 Mass Street. Come share a song or just play along. All skill levels and instruments welcome. Relaxed, low-key, supportive environment.