Under 18s Open Mic Night Returns to Bradford
September 16, 2026Opportunity for young performers to showcase their talents
The Under 18s Open Mic Night is set to take place on Friday, 30 October 2026, at Darley Street Market in Bradford. The event offers a platform for young people under the age of 18 to perform in front of an audience in a supportive environment.
Event details
- Date and time: Friday 30 October 2026, 6pm to 8pm
- Location: Darley Street Kitchen, Darley Street Market, 16-24 Darley Street, Bradford, BD1 3HH
- Admission: Free entry
The event will be hosted by Rosie Doonan, known for her work with Birdy, Peter Gabriel, and the Shipley Kidz Choir. Performers will have access to a piano and an acoustic guitar provided on site. Those wishing to bring their own instruments are welcome, though drums will not be permitted due to venue limitations.
Backing tracks can be played from personal devices such as phones or iPads, or via download links. Performance slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, with the number of songs each participant can perform dependent on the total number of attendees on the night.
Participation and guidelines
- Open to all young people under 18 years old
- Under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- No drums or amplifiers allowed
- To secure a performance slot, interested participants are encouraged to email info@parkgroveproductions.com
Darley Street Kitchen will remain open during the event, offering a range of food and drink options for attendees.
Additional information
The organisers have noted that while full bands with drums and amplifiers cannot be accommodated at this event, there will be future opportunities for such performances.
