Open mic night is more unpredictable than a booked music set, which is part of the appeal. If you like small venues where the night is shaped as much by the room as by the lineup, this should be a fun one to catch.

Olright hosts Smiley’s fourth-Thursday open mic, with the stage open for local performers, drop-in musicians, and anyone ready to play for the room. The event is free, with donations accepted for the host.