Open Mic Night – Free Creative Music Evenings at Jolly Sailor Southsea

Join Southsea’s Friendly Open Mic & Local Music Scene

Looking for a fun and welcoming open mic in Southsea? Open Mic & More at the Jolly Sailor is a free creative music evening bringing together singers, musicians, performers and music lovers from across the local community.

Hosted by EMiLiYAH, aka EMZ, this relaxed event is all about supporting the local music scene, building confidence and enjoying live entertainment in a positive atmosphere. Whether you’re an experienced performer, a first timer or simply want to enjoy the vibe, everyone is welcome.

There’s no need to book. Just turn up, bring your creativity and enjoy the evening.

What to Expect at Open Mic & More

♫ A Relaxed & Inclusive Atmosphere

This is a pressure-free event designed for everyone. You can sing a song you love, bring an instrument, use a backing track or simply enjoy supporting local talent.

♫ Karaoke Lyrics & The Magic Hat

Karaoke-style lyrics will be shown on screen to help everyone join in. Feeling adventurous? Pick a surprise song from the Magic Hat and take your turn on stage.

♫ Great for Confidence & Creativity

Open Mic & More is a brilliant way to:

Build confidence performing in front of others

Meet people within the Southsea music community

Enjoy free live entertainment

Support local musicians and singers

Boost creativity and wellbeing

Have a fun social evening in a welcoming venue

Event Dates & Times

Open Mic & More takes place at the Jolly Sailor, Southsea from 5pm – 7pm on the following Sundays:

24th May 2026

7th June 2026

26th July 2026

23rd August 2026

27th September 2026

No Booking Needed

No booking required — simply turn up and get involved. If there’s a specific song you’d like to sing, you can message EMZ in advance and it may be added to the song list.

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