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national anti-fascist movement's D.C. chapter
D.C-based radical change through art and public disruption
D.C. MC and admirable leader in local protests
The Black Alliance For Peace D.C. (Baltimore, D.C.)
Diasporic power campaign that is expanding its regional reach
building Black power against the empire
"Building popular education for the masses of working and oppressed people"
D.C. Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression
"uniting all various strands of the peoples' movements"
D.C. residents breaking up capitalist power; founded by NeeNee Tay (Harriet's Wildest Dreams)
artistic powerhouses who amplify D.C.'s varied voices, mobilize action
Black-led radical group alongside other collectives like FFC, Refuse Fascism DMV, etc.
Freedom Futures Collective Founder and multimedia activist; collaborates with Ama'd and Jonathan Lykes, an important organizer for liberation
"a Black, Queer-led org that seeks to build a coalition of grassroots social justice"
Palestinian Youth Movement DMV
grassroots movement for survivors
DMV-centered collective that interweaves art, policy and representation outside political system
Anacostia Arts Center (D.C.)
ARTFactory (Manassas)
multi-faceted creative hub for exhibitions, open mics and learning programs
Artivism (D.C.)
Aya Cultural Arts Studio (Frederick, Maryland)
crucial gallery space
Bol Co-op (D.C.)
community space and worker-owned book store
The Festival Center (D.C.)
Adams Morgan event space for artists and activists
Busboys and Poets (D.C./Maryland/Virginia)
Creative Suitland (Maryland)
a connected, creative network of local artists
House of Mouse (Maryland)
Kucheh Kollective (D.C.)
Brookland Iranian art studio active in the Palestine movement
Marx Cafe (D.C.)
"revolutionary cuisine"
NoMüNoMü (Baltimore, Maryland)
Palestine House of Freedom (D.C.)
Eastern Market space hosting artistic events for Palestine
youth development center with free family workshops; second and fourth Saturdays
Restoration Station (D.C.)
The SPACE (Greenbelt, Maryland)
open studio and no-cost market
Sankofa Video, Books & Cafe (D.C.)
famous Columbia Heights creative space that acts against injustice
Studio Kusi (D.C.)
Mt. Pleasant ceramic art studio, fundraising for social justice causes
Transmission (D.C.)
New queer-owned DC rock venue focused on underground artists that raises funds for mutual aid
Urban Reads Bookstore (Baltimore, Maryland)
Release Open Mic every third Saturday at 8:00 PM
Brand-new Truxton Circle Tuesday jam session from 8:00-10:00 PM; all ages and skills welcome
Bloomingdale bar with Monday night availability, 8:30-11:30 PM; drums, guitars and sound system
Bladensburg brewing company with first Friday open mic at 7:00-9:00 PM
Columbia Heights community space that has biweekly Thursday open mic nights; 6:30-8:30 PM
Mount Pleasant mainstay with second Tuesday open mic from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Adams Morgan blues/rock bar on Wednesdays, 9:00 PM; optional live band and full equipment
beloved Northwest D.C. leftist fixture with 10:00 PM open mic
Tuning Fork open mic in Brightwood; first and third Wednesdays, 6:00-10:00 PM
Truxton Circle Tuesday nights, 7:00-10:30 PM with full backline; supporting solo musicians and band
Black-owned Northeast restaurant with Pro Voices each first Saturday, 5:00-8:00 PM
hosts Artivism Tuesdays and Crescent Moon Nights, 8:00-10:00 PM
Columbia Heights Black LGBTQ+ friendly open mic from 8:30 PM
Southeast open mic in the Bus Bar; 6:30 PM
Cumberland/Keyser MD Area Open Mics
7 Locks Brewing (Rockville)
brewery with first Wednesday open mic nights from 6:00-8:30 PM
AMH Records (Manchester)
each Tuesday night from 7:00 to 10:00 PM with backline and drum set
An Poitin Stil (Timonium)
Ernie Fowler's Monday night spot from 7:00 PM
The Ashland Cafe (Cockeysville)
Baltimore County open mics on Thursday nights, 6:00-9:00 PM
Atwater's (Catonsville)
last Thursday evening stage from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Aya Cultural Arts Studio (Frederick)
rhythm jam every third Saturday, 2:00-4:00 PM
Bassett's Restaurant (Poolesville)
every last Wednesday at 7:30 PM
B.C. Brewery (Hunt Valley)
lively Thursday open mic with weekly prizes from 6:00-9:00 PM
Betterton Open Mic (Betterton)
Kent County weekly showcase at American Legion Post 246; Thursdays, 7:00 PM
The Brass Tap Beer Bar (Belcamp)
every other Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Brewer's Cask (Baltimore)
long-lasting artistic night on fourth Wednesdays at 7:00 PM-1:00 AM
Broadneck Elks Lodge 2608 (Arnold)
complete open mic set-up that welcomes full bands; 7:00-11:00 PM
Cafe Nola (Frederick)
famous Monday open mic night with a full backline; 9:00 PM-1:00 AM
Chesepiooc Real Ale Brewery (Crofton)
third and last Tuesday open mic nights from 6:00-9:00 PM
City Park Gaming and Brew Room (Westminster)
Wednesday jams with all provided equipment; 6:00-10:00 PM
Club 164 (Annapolis)
sober-focused organization that's supporting local residents through art and open mic Fridays, 7:00-10:00 PM
Club RYD (Earleville)
open mic on Thursdays; 7:00-11:00 PM
CoffeeBar (Bel Air)
last Saturdays from 6:00-8:00 PM
The Comus Inn (Dickerson)
first Sunday afternoon with PA system from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Copper Creek Pub & Alehouse (Severna Park)
Thursday night open mic, 7:00-11:00 PM
Creative Suitland (Suitland)
fourth Mondays from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Crooked Crab Brewing Company (Odenton)
biweekly open mic nights from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM; hosted by Avi Walter
The Depot (Baltimore)
unique Baltimore venue with rock acts; continual Tuesday open mics at 7:30 PM
Donna's Restaurant & Tavern (Dundalk)
Thursday stage in Harford County
Double Groove Brewing (Forest Hill)
second and fourth Wednesday non-judgmental musicians' night; 6:00-9:00 PM
Falling Branch Brewery (Street)
all performers welcome every Wednesday night from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Fallston Barrel House (Fallston)
last Thursday open mic nights with full PA system and support, 7:30-10:30 PM
Granite Run Taproom (Port Deposit)
first Thursday open mic night at 7:00 PM with rotating host
Grape Escape Kentlands (Gaithersburg)
Montgomery County wine/spirits store with Tuesday open mic nights, 6:30 PM
Gunpowder Lodge (Kingsville)
Monday songwriters' stage from 6:00-9:00 PM
Iamp's at Jennings Cafe (Catonsville)
eclectic Tuesday open mic nights at 7:00 PM
Interchange Tiki Bar & Brewery (Williamsport)
tropical-themed dive with a full set-up and friendly atmosphere; hosted by Brad Harden, 6:00-9:00 PM
Inverness Brewing (Monkton)
Harford County weekly Thursday event at 5:00-8:00 PM
Joseph L. Davis American Legion Post 47 (Havre de Grace)
no-cover showcase, Sundays from 6:00-10:00 PM
La Mexicana Restaurant (Gaithersburg)
long-running Monday night series at 7:30 PM
Main Street Tower (Bel Air)
first and third Thursday open mic nights; 9:00 PM-12:00 AM
Market Street Cafe (Charlestown)
Cecil County open mic every other Wednesday; 8:00-10:00 PM
Max's Taphouse (Baltimore)
enjoyable, short open mic between 9:00-9:15 PM
McGinty's Public House (Silver Spring)
fully backed event on each third Wednesday; sign-up at 6:30 PM
Middleton Tavern (Annapolis)
first Tuesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Mobtown Ballroom and Cafe (Baltimore)
monthly 6:30 PM open mic night in Charles North
Monument City Brewing (Baltimore)
inclusive Haven Street open mic every first Friday
Morsbergers Tavern (Catonsville)
Sunday mainstay from 7:00-10:00 PM; bands encouraged
Naughty Dogs Bar & Grill (Bel Air)
weekly musician haven with Russ May; Thursday nights from 7:30-10:00 PM
Next Phaze Cafe (Baltimore)
Monday night jam session and artistic space with a house band; 8:00-11:00 PM
O'Laughlin's Irish Pub (Arnold)
Annapolis-area open mic night from 8:00-11:00 PM
Oasis Bar (Ocean City)
OCMD Taco and Tequila-themed night; Tuesdays, 6:00 PM
Ocean 13 (Ocean City)
open mic with complete set-up; Thursday nights from 7:00-10:00 PM
The Office Bar & Grill (Pasadena)
pub with Tuesday night open mic at 7:00 PM
Open Works (Baltimore)
free Greenmount community event (5:00-8:00 PM) every month with all necessary equipment
Pherm Brewing Company (Gambrills)
diverse open mic night with provided guitar and sound; 7:00-10:00 PM
The Phillips Inn (Dundalk)
encouraging space each Sunday from 6:00-10:00 PM
Pipe The Side Brewing Company (Hampstead)
brand-new open mic 2:00 PM matinee with provided PA
Pitaya Mexican Restaurant (Severna Park)
double-hosted Monday nights, 6:00-9:00 PM
Silver Spring Mining Company (Bel Air)
lively showcase each second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 PM
Sisters Wine Bar (Berlin)
weekly Thursday stage with Kevin Compher from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Slate Farm Brewery (Whiteford)
every other Wednesday open mic at cozy, downtown brewing company; 6:00 PM
Smoketown Brewing (Brunswick)
third Wednesday open mic nights at 5:30 PM
Stages Music Arts (Cockeysville)
second Thursdays every other month; grand piano, drumset, and full backline available
Super Tacos Oaxaca (Glen Burnie)
cantina that hosts Saturday nights, 6:00-9:00 PM
Takoma Spark (Takoma Park)
Rob Finkal and Institute of Musical Tradition's collaborative Tuesday series; no amps or drums, 7:00-10:00 PM
The Tavern (Saint Leonard)
weekly soundstage each Wednesday; 7:00-10:00 PM
The Tidewater Grille (Havre de Grace)
first and third Tuesday open mic from 6:30 PM
The Trolley Stop Restaurant (Ellicott City)
Wednesday open mic nights at 8:30 PM
Uncorked (Chevy Chase)
artisan bar with free sign-ups, third Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00 PM
Union Craft Brewing (Baltimore)
third Thursday open mic night; 7:00-9:00 PM
The Urbana Lodge (Ijamsville)
third Tuesday open mic in Harford County, 6:30 PM
Vagabond Sandwich Company (Bel Air)
Bel Air open mic nights each first Monday; all acts welcome
Vine Alley Kentlands (Gaithersburg)
first and third Tuesday open mic from 7:00 PM
The Writer's Center (Bethesda)
bimonthly night for writers and poets; 7:00-9:00 PM
Yellow Barn Tavern (Freeland)
welcoming and well-equipped Tuesday open mic from 6:30-8:00 PM
YoShow (Rockville)
Diasporic-centered venue with open mic sign-ups at 8:00 PM
Manassas, Virginia Live Music Promotion
Northern Virginia Shows and Events
NOVA Jams, Open Mics and Gig Listings
What's Happening Around Fredericksburg
Adventure Brewing Company (Fredericksburg)
weekly Tuesday open mic at 7:00 PM
After Life 360 (Manassas)
local biker bar with solid performers' platform; every Wednesday, 7:00-10:00 PM
American Legion Post 139 (Arlington)
every Tuesday night at 7:00 PM
ARTFactory (Manassas)
periodic Friday open mic from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Ballston Local (Arlington)
first Tuesday open mic nights from 9:00 PM till midnight
Blend Coffee Bar (Ashburn)
laidback Ashburn cafe that boasts a great open mic; first Fridays, 5:00-7:00 PM
Blue Fox Billiards, Bar & Grill (Winchester)
Loudoun County rock bar with Monday open mic nights, 8:00-10:00 PM
Caffe Amouri (Vienna)
"Northern VA's most laid back, eclectic, and family-friendly open mic", Saturday nights from 6:00-9:45 PM
Cedar Run Brewery (Nokesville)
third Wednesday open mics (no full drum kit); hosted by Alex Hendrix, 6:00-9:00 PM
Columbia Pike Library (Arlington)
periodic open mic from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
CraftWorx Taproom (Gainesville)
last Sunday open mic nights in Prince William County, 5:00-8:00 PM
Crescendo Studios (Falls Church)
last Thursday open mics from 6:00-9:00 PM with incredible sound
Crooked Run Fermentation (Sterling)
weekly Sterling open mic nights on Wednesday; 7:00 PM
Epicure on King (Alexandria)
weekly Monday all-arts night from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Evening Star Cafe (Alexandria)
No.9 Lounge open mic with full backline; first and third Wednesdays, 8:00 PM
Fat Tuesday's (Fairfax)
long-running Cajun restaurant with Monday open mic nights, 8:30 PM-1:00 AM
Foster's Grille (Vienna)
Asher Coda's beloved Wednesday Curtain Call series from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Giuseppe's Ristorante (Haymarket)
Prince William stage that has trusty percussion and sound engineering; 7:00-10:00 PM
Glam Karaoke (Annandale)
late Tuesday and Wednesday open mic from 9:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Jimmy's Old Town Tavern (Herndon)
famous Wednesday night stage; acoustic acts first then bands and an open jam, 9:30 PM-1:30 AM
Jirani Coffeehouse (Manassas)
destination cafe with respect and space for artists; Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 PM
JV's Restaurant (Springfield)
open mic night, last Tuesday of the month
King's Tavern and Wine Bar (Leesburg)
historic open mic every Friday, 9:00 PM
L.A. Bar & Grill (Arlington)
first Wednesday jam from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Laudenbach Brewing (Fredericksburg)
Wednesday 6:00 PM open mic night at laidback, local brewery
Let There Be Rock School (Leesburg)
all-ages welcome to rock; 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mackenzie's Tunes & Tonics (Fairfax)
dependable, fun Wednesday acoustic stage from 7:30-10:00 PM
The Majestic (Alexandria)
Moon Lounge (Sterling)
Caribbean/hookah lounge with Friday open mic nights from 9:00-11:00 PM
Music & Arts (Sterling)
second Mondays from 8:00 PM
Old 690 (Purcellville)
first Friday open mic night from 6:00-9:00 PM
Old Brogue Pub (Great Falls)
reliable Celtic pub-based night; hosted by Dusty Rose, 7:30 PM
Ornery Beer Taproom (Manassas)
second Tuesday music-only stage from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Preston's Pub (Manassas)
open mic night on second and fourth Wednesdays, 7:00-10:00 PM
Rai's Rendezvous (Ashburn)
eatery that features bands across the region with a complete sound arrangement; Thursday nights at 8:30 PM
Route 7 Brewing (Ashburn)
fourth Sunday open mic night from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Settle Down Easy Brewing (Falls Church)
brewery with Tuesday sessions from 6:00-9:00 PM
Shooters Sports Bar (Springfield)
third Saturday open mic night from 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Sinistral Brewing Company (Manassas)
entertainment space each first and third Thursday; 7:00-10:00 PM
Solace Outpost (Falls Church)
last Wednesday open mic night from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Spanky's Shenanigans (Leesburg)
new Leesburg Sunday showcase from 6:00-10:00 PM
Three Whistles (Arlington)
Arlington brewing house with open mic every other Saturday, 9:00-11:00 PM
Vanguard Arts Center (Chantilly)
Ari Voxx's fourth Sunday all-ages open mic evening; 4:00-7:00 PM
VFW Post 8241 (McLean)
"open mic music therapy" from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM (free parking)
Westover Market and Beer Garden (Arlington)
first Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (sign-up at 5:30 PM)
