Open Mic Performer Sign-Ups

If you're a young musician or songwriter looking to share your original work, The Bluebird Cafe offers a chance to perform at this iconic Nashville venue during their Monday Open Mic Night. This is an opportunity specifically for performers to sign up for a slot—registration happens online, with 18 spots available. Performers get to play one or two original songs, either solo or with up to two accompanists. The venue provides a house guitar and piano if you need them, though drums and backing tracks aren't permitted. Each performer can bring one guest to watch. Here's what to know if you're interested: you'll need to secure your slot when sign-ups open online, then arrive by 5:15 p.m. to check in with the host before performing. The cafe asks that songwriters avoid performing in back-to-back weeks to give more people a chance. If you're bringing a guest, their seat won't be reserved—they'll be seated on a first-come, first-served basis once doors open, and may sit with other attendees. This event is all ages and open to both established and developing artists.