The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide

11 Jan

Downtown: The Petula Clark and Carole King Essentials

Cabaret queen Amy Djuric brings the iconic songs of Carole King and Petula Clark to life.

23 – 24 Dec

Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight

Enjoy an evening of Christmas songs and cheer from some of Australia’s most loved performers.

16 Jan

Echoes Across Eras

A journey through the timeless sounds with Dale Ryder, Andrew De Silva and Conrad De Silva.

17 Jan

As We Speak

Bèla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer and Rakesh Chaurasia perform live at Hamer Hall.

18 Jan

Taylor Sheridan

Enjoy a concert by a luminous force in the Australian music scene.

25 Jan

Boris Brejcha

German techno phenomenon Boris Brejcha returns this January for a massive show.

30 Jan

The Skyhooks

Skyhooks helped change the face of rock 'n' roll in the 1970s.

25 Jan – 1 Feb

Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra bring to life Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark.

3 Feb

David Hobson

Celebrate 40 years of Morning Melodies at Arts Centre Melbourne with David Hobson.

7 Feb

Wendy Matthews

Don't miss your chance to experience musical icon, Wendy Matthews.

8 Feb

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Chinese New Year

The MSO celebrates cross-cultural connections through music at this celebratory performance.

2 – 9 Feb

We May Never Meet Again: The Music of Amy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse's iconic hits, performed by Elly Poletti and an electrifying horn and rhythm section.

28 Feb

Crystalline Resonance: Final Fantasy Piano Concert

Final Fantasy melodies come to life under the fingers of virtuoso pianists.

27 Feb – 1 Mar

MSO Season Opening Gala: Mahler's Resurrection Symphony

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra's season 2025 opens with one of the greatest symphonies ever written.

1 Mar

Mozart by Moonlight

A celebration of music, nature, and starry skies.

13 Mar

MSO: Brahms and Tchaikovsky

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs a charming evening of classics.

19 Feb – 16 Mar

KAGAMI

A uniquely intimate, elegiac gift to reconnect with Sakamoto’s genius.

Until 29 Dec

Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical

Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.

10 – 12 Jan

Vida: Melbourne Latin Summer Festival

Enjoy a weekend festival of art, culture, food and entertainment celebrating Latin America.

Until 29 Dec

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.

22 – 23 Feb

Antipodes Festival

Enjoy a giant street party as Lonsdale St is transformed into a celebration of Greek culture.

6 – 26 Jan

Australian Open

An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.

31 Dec

Glitter New Years Eve at Spice Market

Brace yourself for a night of Bollywood beats, premium vibes and an explosion of glam and glitter.

15 Mar

Nepal Festival Melbourne

Celebrate Nepali culture at Federation Square.

28 Dec

Relax with Max

Enjoy a unique blend of funk, soul, afro-beat, R&B and gospel from these legends.

24 Mar

Omega Ensemble: La Musica Notturna

A celebration of the cello 250 years in the making.

17 Jan

The Wonder of You: The Songs of Elvis Presley

Step back in time with Anthony Gerace as he brings the magic of Elvis' legendary songs to life.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Ocean 12

Enjoy live entertainment, a decadent dessert buffet and a rooftop view of the midnight fireworks.

6 Feb

Joe Chindamo Trio

Catch brilliant jazz pianist Joe Chindamo at Bird's Basement.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Hotel Nacional

Spend your New Year Eve at Hotel Nacional's rooftop party.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Her

Say goodbye to the year that was at Her with four ways to play.

15 Feb

Sidney Myer Free Concert: Dvořák, Gershwin and Ravel

A magical evening of music at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

31 Jan

The Sounds of Broadway

Anthony Gerace is back performing hits from some of the greatest musicals.

1 Mar

Mildlife / Sun Ra Arkestra / Wax’o Paradiso

Dive into a mind-altering sonic collision of cosmic jazz and experimental grooves at this free gig.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Countdown at Sofitel Melbourne

The countdown celebration at Sofitel Melbourne on Collins includes drinks, canapes and live DJs.

21 Dec

Yet Another Very Merry Motley Christmas

Join a party of festivities, performances, live music, activities and more.

28 – 29 Mar

Comfort Food Cabaret: A Mid-century Menu

Step into Robin Boyd's iconic home for a cocktail, a tasting menu and a themed cabaret performance.

21 Dec

Cassie's Christmas

Cassie McIvor performs all your favourite Christmas songs.

3 Feb – 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

Celebrating 40 years, the Morning Melodies season will amaze audiences once again.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Party at Left Bank

Celebrate in style at Southbank's most prestigious terrace party with DJs, food, drinks and vibes.

Hamer Hall

This multi-level concert hall is the largest venue at the Arts Centre.

Melbourne Recital Centre

Combining cutting-edge architecture and acoustic innovation with a unique focus on music.

Forum Melbourne

This theatre with its iconic architecture is one of Melbourne's most popular live band venues.

Cherry Bar

An iconic laneway bar hosting a lineup of local and international rock'n'roll acts.

170 Russell

A live music venue with gigs seven nights a week.

The Toff in Town

A boutique bar and bandroom offering late-night cocktails in train carriage booths.

Bird's Basement

Live jazz venue where patrons can dine while watching performances.

Max Watt's

This basement live music venue has hosted some of rock music's biggest acts.

Murmur Piano Bar

Follow the sound of a distant piano to discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets.

Rod Laver Arena

The centrepiece of the Australian Open each January, the venue is also a popular concert arena.

The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar

A late-night rock 'n' roll dive bar with live music every night.

Wax Music Lounge

A bar and live music venue from the team behind Melbourne's legendary Wax Museum Records.

The Drunken Poet

With live Irish music, the Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub - cute, cosy and friendly.

Paris Cat

Dedicated live jazz venue.

Speakeasy Theatre

A vaudeville theatre presenting burlesque and cabaret shows, as well as comedy and circus acts.

Marvel Stadium

A multi-purpose stadium in the heart of Melbourne's Docklands precinct.

Section 8 Bar

A funky outdoor bar with drinks served from a converted shipping container.

Her Melbourne

A four-storey mega venue celebrating modern food, drinks, music and art.

Transport Public Bar

Bustling pub in Federation Square with tasty pub meals and an impressive range of drinks.

Beneath Driver Lane

A basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails, French bistro-style bar food with live music.

The Butterfly Club

An intimate theatre hosting quirky performances and serving cocktails in bars with kitsch decor.

White Rabbit Record Bar

Hybrid music store, cafe and bar.

Festival Hall

Concert and sporting venue with a long history of hosting local and international acts.

Sidney Myer Music Bowl

Popular outdoor venue that hosts Melbourne's annual Carols by Candlelight.

Melbourne and Olympic Parks

The Melbourne and Olympic Park precinct hosts around 600 events annually.

Athenaeum Theatre

This heritage-listed venue hosts comedy, music and theatre.

The Colonial Hotel

Traditional pub serving comfort food with a Mediterranean influence.

Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of Melbourne’s premier live performance venues.

The Curtin

Traditional pub with fried chicken, cold beer, and live music from local and international acts.

Whitehart Bar

A container bar in a converted car park hidden down a city laneway.

Transit Rooftop Bar

Large rooftop bar in Federation Square, with expansive views of the Melbourne skyline.

The General Assembly

Bar and restaurant with live acoustic music, street art and a simple, delicious menu.