# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Open Mic Nights are back for 2026 and running fortnightly on the first and third Tuesday of each month. So come down and showcase your orignal music to local music lovers.

We will have the stage set up for Acoustic Guitar and Vocals, there will also be an aux to play backing tracks. If you want a more comprehensive set up then please e-mail jon@hotboxlive.co.uk and we will go through it.

The reason for holding this event is to allow anyone to perform, but most importantly to build a community of like minded musicians in Chelmsford. To do this we will have a variety of Hosts for the event.

**THE RULES**

Please book a Musican ticket if you are looking to play and / or sing!

Just watching please book a spectactor ticket!

Walk ins available to play too if space is available.

If you change your mind or cannot come, then please email returns@hotboxlive.co.uk to let us know.

UNDER 18's must be accompanied by a responsible adult maximum ratio of 2 under 18's to 1 adult (By adult we mean someone who is either a Parent or Gaurdian, not a 18 to 25 year old, unless otherwise agreed).

This is a respectful environment for musicians, HOT BOX makes this free and bringing your own drinks or not spending anything at the bar is disrespectful. So please allow us to keep it free by dong your bit.

This is a play and stay event not a play and leave event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelmsford/open-mic-night-please-read-the-rules-below/200030410130415
- **Event Categories**: music, open-mic, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chelmsford
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: 28 Viaduct Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1TS, UK
- **lat**: 51.73579
- **long**: 0.46721
- **full address**: 28 Viaduct Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1TS, UK, 28-29 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below) being held?
  - **A:** Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below) takes place on Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 pm at 28 Viaduct Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1TS, UK, 28-29 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below)?
  - **A:** Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below) is organized by Hot Box Live Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below) is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chelmsford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Open Mic Night (Please Read The Rules Below) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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