Hoping to craft your perfect sound with practice and a supportive community? The Treasure Valley is a perfect setting to do so. Below you will find a comprehensive list of open mics throughout the valley along with their hosts, their vibe, and what to expect.

Monday

Sturmans Wine & Cigars
4204 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, ID
Hosted by Joseph Lyle
6pm – 9pm
Expect a very supportive community of musicians on the beautiful back patio. Joseph Lyle opens up the set with some of his own songs to get the night started. He is accommodating to solo artists, duets, comics, and small three-piece band setups and adjusts sound as needed. Enjoy wine and cigars from their vast selection while listening to some incredible open mic’rs. A three-song limit is typical.

The Reef
105 S 6th St, Boise
Hosted by Luke Leger
7pm – 10pm
Main stage at the Reef! It’s the newest addition to open mics in the valley. Expect a fun atmosphere in classic downtown Boise with excellent food and drinks available from the restaurant. A 2-3 song limit is typical. Luke is accommodating to small band setups, solo artists, duets, and comics.

Tuesday

Westy’s (in the Player’s Pub area)
5504 W Alworth Street
Garden City, ID
Hosted by Landonious
7pm – 10pm
Yes, Westy’s is a bowling alley. However, the Player’s Pub area doesn’t experience any distracting sounds from the bowling alley. There is a full food and drink menu at the bar and plenty of tables and chairs for groups of musicians. Landon is more than happy to jam with open mic guests. Expect a respectful, listening crowd.


The Social (EVERY OTHER TUESDAY)
404 South 8th Street, Suite L120, Boise, Idaho
Hosted by Scotty Mac of Scotty Mac and the Nugs
6:30pm – 10pm
The cozy downstairs space at the Social on Eighth is one of the best settings for open mic nights. The Social offers a selection of wine, beer, mocktails, and light snacks. It takes place every other Tuesday and always has a variety of musicians showing up to make it the best time! The night is often collaborative with a ton of support from fellow musicians.

Whiskey River
113 13th Ave S. Nampa, ID
Hosted by Andrew Chappell and Dave Nudo
6:30pm (signups)
Whiskey River is a country dive bar with great food and drinks in downtown Nampa. They regularly feature live music throughout the week, but Tuesdays are reserved for open mic! Inviting atmosphere with exceptional people.

Idaho Songwriters Association (HELD MONTHLY ON LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH)
In the summer months, it is held at Mad Swede in downtown Boise. In winter months, it is held in the Sapphire Room at Riverside. (check page for details)
Hosted by Dan Costello
Sign-ups are from 5:30pm to 6:30pm and typically last until 10pm.
Limited to songwriters performing 1 original song. The Mad Swede Brew Hall has a selection of beers, seltzers, hard cider, and wine. They also feature a menu with charcuterie and gourmet hot dogs. In the winter months, the event is held in the Sapphire Room at Riverside, which features a full drink and food menu.

Wednesday

Heritage Social
5467 N. Glenwood St, Garden City, ID
Hosted by James McMahan
7pm – 10pm
Heritage Social is a fun venue with a professional stage and sound. Open mic nights are fun, supportive, and can turn into jams. They have a decent-sized menu for light dinners and drinks: burgers, wraps, and salads.

O’Michaels
2433 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise, ID
Hosted by Saro
7pm-10pm
O’Michaels has a full menu and bar. The open mic takes place in a separate room from the restaurant and fills up quickly! Saro plays for 30 minutes as an opener and then jumps into the sign-up list for the remainder of the night.

Eastside Tavern
1228 S Oakland Ave Boise, ID
Hosted by Matt
8pm – 11pm
Eastside is rockin’ with a full band. If you’re looking to sit in and play or have your song backed by a full band, this is the place for you. Fun environment with affordable drinks and pool tables.

Crescent Brewery
1521 Front St, Nampa, ID
Hosted by Kyler Burke
7pm – 10pm
Crescent Brewery always has friendly staff and light-hearted vibes. Acoustic solo or duo sets are most suitable here. Crescent Brewery has great beers on tap and you can bring your dog!

The Hive
3907 Custer Dr. Boise, ID
6:30pm – 9pm (last Wednesday of the month)
Along with hosting a monthly open mic, the Hive offers rehearsal spaces at affordable prices. Their mission is important, offering mental health services and resources for musicians.

Thursday

No events

Friday

Karuna Kava
5220 N Sawyer Ave Unit A, Garden City, ID
Hosted by Tennyson Callen
9pm – 11pm
Karuna Kava has a great stage set up. The ambiance of the environment is welcoming and aesthetically pleasing. A full Kava menu is available along with teas, sodas, kombucha, and coffees.

Saturday

No events

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