This event is in the past.It took place on February 10, 2026 at The Ark.
Indie ConcertIndie ConcertTest your songs in the same room where Arlo Guthrie and Great Big Sea have played. The Ark's lottery-style open stage gives you eight minutes in this historic folk venue, surrounded by a warm, attentive crowd.
Open stage lottery
Intimate folk venue
Emerging musicians
Historic listening room
Tips
🎤"It's almost like watching an artist in your living room, with better sound and lighting"
⏰arrive by 7:55 PM for the first name drawing
🎫unselected performers get double chances next time
Open Stage
Old Fourth Ward
Indie ConcertIndie ConcertTest your songs in the same room where Arlo Guthrie and Great Big Sea have played. The Ark's lottery-style open stage gives you eight minutes in this historic folk venue, surrounded by a warm, attentive crowd.
Open stage lottery
Intimate folk venue
Emerging musicians
Historic listening room
Tips
🎤"It's almost like watching an artist in your living room, with better sound and lighting"
⏰arrive by 7:55 PM for the first name drawing
🎫unselected performers get double chances next time
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