# Event Details - **Event Name**: Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: An open mic series presented by The Smiley House Project and GoggleWorks Center for the Arts We welcome performances of all kinds, in all languages including singing, rapping, comedy, poetry, dance or other expressions of creativity! Performances must be family friendly. We can only accommodate acoustic or bluetooth speaker compatible performances, no amps. Doors open at 5:45pm and performances run from 6:00pm-8:00pm First come first serve time slots Refreshments for sale in Thorn Alley Kitchen There is a suggested donation of $5, you can pay in cash or card at the event. Alley Open Mic takes place on the beautiful outdoor Thorn Alley Stage. In the case of inclement weather the open mic will move indoors to Thorn Alley Kitchen restaurant Una serie de micrófono abierto presentada por The Smiley House Project y GoggleWorks Center for the Arts ¡Damos la bienvenida a actuaciones de todo tipo y en todos los idiomas, incluyendo canto, rap, comedia, poesía, baile u otras formas de expresión creativa! Las actuaciones deben ser aptas para toda la familia. Solo podemos admitir actuaciones acústicas o compatibles con altavoces Bluetooth; no se admiten amplificadores. Las puertas se abren a las 5:45pm y las actuaciones tendrán lugar de 6:00pm-8:00pm Los turnos se asignan por orden de llegada. Se venden refrescos en el restaurante Thorn Alley Kitchen Se sugiere una donación de $5, que se puede pagar en efectivo o con tarjeta en el evento. El “Alley Open Mic” se celebra en el precioso escenario al aire libre de Thorn Alley. En caso de mal tiempo, el evento se trasladará al interior, al restaurante Thorn Alley. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reading/alley-open-mic-thorn-alley-stage/200030470760603 - **Event Categories**: open-mic, art, literary-art, comedy, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 26 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Reading - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: 201 Washington street , 19601 - **lat**: 40.33767 - **long**: -75.93253 - **full address**: 201 Washington street , 19601, 201 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601-4003, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/cadc2088207a88a50b10c355bd2472e26994e0df2934d617341ae407eca86c06-rimg-w1200-h1500-dc383838-gmir?v=1787297720 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage being held? - **A:** Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 201 Washington street , 19601, 201 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601-4003, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage? - **A:** Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage is organized by Goggleworks Center for the Arts. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Goggleworks Center for the Arts's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Goggleworks Center for the Arts a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Goggleworks Center for the Arts has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Alley Open Mic @ Thorn Alley Stage is ideal for aspiring performers, spoken word artists, budding comedians, and audiences who love discovering raw, unpolished talent in an intimate and supportive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Reading, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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