This list is maintained by:
Sarah Simpson, Deep Dive writer
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.
Boise Booch
520 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID
7pm – 9pm
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.
Whiskey River
113 13th Ave S. Nampa, ID
Hosted by Andrew Chappell and Dave Nudo
6:30pm (signups)
Whiskey River is a fun bar with great food and drinks in downtown Nampa. They regularly feature live music throughout the week, but Tuesdays are reserved for open mic! Dave and Andrew are truly exceptional hosts. The sound is phenomenal and there’s always an array of musicians to join the stage with you.
Idaho Songwriters Association (HELD MONTHLY ON LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH)
The Sapphire Room
2900 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, ID
Hosted by Dan Costello
Sign-ups are from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Music starts at 6:30.
Limited to songwriters performing 1 original song. The Sapphire Room at Riverside features a full drink and food menu.
Wednesday
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.
Vista Bar
813 S Vista Ave, Boise, ID
Hosted by David Henry
8pm start (every other Wednesday)
VooDoo Brewing– Meridian
713 N Main St Ste 120, Meridian
6pm – 9pm (signups starting at 5:30)
Thursday
Suite 104 (First Thursday of the month- follow their socials for updates)
280 N 8th St. Suite 104 Boise, ID
Hosted by Jace Kempke
7pm – LATE
You can’t beat the natural acoustics of Suite 104. High ceilings and a great sound set up from Jace make it a fun, performative atmosphere. The bar has inventive cocktails and an attentive staff.
Brown Beard Brewing- Barrelhouse
5270 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City
Hosted by: Nik Mathews
Starts at 6 pm
The Frosty Badger (Last Thursday of the month)
505 NW 1st St, Ontario, OR 97914
6pm – 8:30 PM
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
Sunday
Solid
405 S. 8th Street Ste. 100 Boise, ID
Hosted by Davis French
2pm – 5pm
The Dalton Royal
3161 E Ustick Rd, Ste 110, Meridian, ID
Starts at 7pm
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