making the scene

open mics & jam nights


in and around kelowna

What is an open mic?

An open mic is an event when professionals and amateurs alike can take turns sharing a couple songs or some spoken word pieces or comedy bits, depending on the given open mic event. Several venues around Kelowna are hosting them on a regular basis now, and for the most part the turnouts have been very good.

What is a jam night?

Jam nights typically allow for musicians who may or may not know each other to get up on stage and play together. Some jams provide drums and amps, but other than that you are encouraged to bring your own instruments.

Open Mics and Jam Nights in Kelowna

Intro to the Kelowna Open Mic and Jam Night Scene on YouTube


Upcoming Events

Open mics and jam sessions happening in and around Kelowna.

NOTE - The COVID-19 pandemic and the provincial emergency delcaration have put a hold on live music performances and other public gatherings in Kelowna and across BC. As such, we encourage you to verify with the venues of listed events regarding any upcoming shows that we have listed here on this page.

Jazz Jam at the RCA
Hosted by Craig Thomson
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Jazz Jam at the RCA
Hosted by Craig Thomson
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Jazz Night at Naked Cafe
Hosted by Trevor Salloum
Friday, February 13, 2026
Jazz Jam at the RCA
Hosted by Craig Thomson
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Open Mic at Westbank Legion
Hosted by Jacquie Demoskoff Campbell
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Jazz Jam at the RCA
Hosted by Craig Thomson
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Jazz Night at Naked Cafe
Hosted by Trevor Salloum
Friday, March 13, 2026
Open Mic at Westbank Legion
Hosted by Jacquie Demoskoff Campbell
Sunday, March 29, 2026

Featured venues include:


Ellipsis 51

PA provided.
Frequency is bi-weekly

Freddy's Brewpub

PA and backline provided, just bring your instrument. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Frequency is weekly

Frequency Sound

PA provided. Sign up early, order is by draw.
Frequency is monthly

Kettle River Brewing

PA supplied. Bring your own instrument..
Frequency is last Thursday of the Month

O'Flannigan's

PA, amps and drums provided. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Frequency is every Thursday

Pretty Not Bad

PA and backline provided, just bring your instrument. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Frequency is weekly

Rotary Centre for the Arts

PA, piano, drums, and backline provided. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Weekly year round.

Shore Line Brewing

PA provided. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Frequency is weekly

Whiski-Jacks

PA and backline provided, just bring your instrument. Sign-up is first come, first served.
Frequency is weekly


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