Few things are more satisfying and cathartic than jumping on stage at a crowded bar and spending a few minutes singing your heart out to a favorite song. Karaoke nights often get a bad rap, but we’re huge fans of the experience on both sides, performing and watching. We’ve rounded up five local establishments that offer regular karaoke nights that are worth checking out, get out of your comfort zone and howl a Cranberries song, why not?!

Mc B’s Lounge

This chill, dive-y lounge has karaoke every night, full of supportive regulars and enthusiastic first timers. Mc B’s is a neighborhood joint through and through, but not every corner bar has a reputation for riotously fun karaoke. 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.; 6211 Saint Augustine Rd Jacksonville, FL

Monkey’s Uncle Tavern

You’ve got a three in seven chance of stumbling upon karaoke any time you pop into Monkey’s Uncle in Jacksonville Beach, with late night karaoke happening Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For those looking for rewards beyond the satisfaction of a job well done, prizes are handed out nightly to the three best performances of the night. 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday; 1728 3rd St., N Jacksonville Beach, FL; monkeysuncletavern.com

Culhane’s Irish Pub

Saturday nights at Culhane’s in Southside are for karaoke, a weekly event that is the centerpiece of many a wild Jacksonville weekend. The rowdy yet positive crowd and performers who are eager to put on a show make for a memorable bit of rambunctiousness. Be sure to scope out the late night pub bites, including pretzels and their well-loved Nana’s Sausage Rolls. 9 p.m. Saturday; 9720 Deer Lake Ct., Jacksonville, FL; culhanesirishpub.com 

Bald Eagle Pub

Bald Eagle has three karaoke events a week, Wednesdays With Wanda and Friday and Saturdays with DJ Mayhem, giving you plenty of chances to drop by to get in a quick song or two. This self-described “Cheers-style pub” has become a karaoke hot spot lately, and for good reason! They’ve got a deep catalog of songs and a dedicated base of regulars who show up to perform like it’s their job, leaving everything on stage. 8 p.m. Wednesday, 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 5398 Timuquana Rd., Jacksonville, FL

Flight 747 Lounge

This hidden gem/drive thru package store/dive bar also features karaoke on Fridays and Sundays. Friday night’s festivities are hosted by the one-of-a-kind emcee Ugly Ed, while Sunday’s events are overseen by DJ Vandetta, of local entertainment promotions company Maximum Entertainment. Grab a drink from their shockingly diverse selection of booze and sign up to take a swing at entertaining a crowd full of regulars and out-of-towners staying at the nearby motel who just popped in for a drink. 9 p.m. Friday and Sunday; 1500 Airport Rd., Jacksonville, FL