Songwriters' Open Mic
Grab your guitar and head to the Songwriters' Open Mic at the legendary Cactus Cafe, Austin's premier listening room tucked inside the UT Texas Union!
Every Tuesday, it's free admission with doors at 7 p.m. and the show kicking off at 7:30 p.m. Dive into an evening of all-original music—no covers here—from talented local songwriters pouring their hearts out on the famed Cactus stage. Grab a drink, soak in the intimate vibes, and cheer on emerging artists in this supportive community hotspot.
Want to perform? Just five minutes per set, sign up early, stick around to listen, and contact organizer Jake Farr to get in the lineup. Whether you're a newbie sharing your first tune or a regular honing your craft, this is where Austin's music magic happens!
- Free entry for all ages
- Original songs only
- Build connections with fellow creators
- Historic venue that's launched legends
Location
Open Hours
- mondayClosed
- tuesday1-10 PM
- wednesday1-10 PM
- thursday1-10 PM
- friday1-10 PM
- saturdayClosed
- sundayClosed