The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide
Find the best Melbourne concerts, new music venues and hidden gigs with our handy guide.
ALWAYS LIVE at The Forum: Waxahatchee
See Waxahatchee plus special guests as part of ALWAYS LIVE at the Forum.
Garage Band at Fed Square
See the state's next generation of musicians perform live at Garage Band, Fed Square.
Free performances
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Free Jazz Arvo at The Motley
Enjoy a free afternoon of fantastic jazz and tasty tipples at this Carlton arts hub.
Premium Busking Auditions
Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.
Music festivals and live concerts
Karise Eden
From blues to soul, rock to power pop, country to Americana, this girl can tackle any genre.
Kevin Borich Express
Kevin Borich's stellar career spans 52 years and transcends musical boundaries.
Jemma Cher
The Melbourne-based vocalist brings maturity, sophistication and virtuosity to every performance.
Jazz Manouche with Adam Russo
Hear three hours of gypsy jazz guitar with Adam Russo in Melbourne's most romantic hidden bar.
Joey Vincent’s Bakelite Radio
Join Joe and a select group of players for a deluxe, two-hour, one night stand at Bird’s Basement.
Yacht Rock Revival
Paying tribute to 1970s light rock – so breezy and smooth, it might just blow you away.
George Michael and Whitney: Keep the Faith
Celebrate the music of two of the world's greatest artists of all time.
Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas
Celebrate the season with a magical performance from the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
MSO: Handel's Messiah
Experience this annual festive tradition with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight
Enjoy an evening of Christmas songs and cheer from some of Australia’s most loved performers.
Echoes Across Eras
A journey through the timeless sounds with Dale Ryder, Andrew De Silva and Conrad De Silva.
Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra bring to life Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Chinese New Year
The MSO celebrates cross-cultural connections through music at this celebratory performance.
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.
Crystalline Resonance: Final Fantasy Piano Concert
Final Fantasy melodies come to life under the fingers of virtuoso pianists.
MSO Season Opening Gala: Mahler's Resurrection Symphony
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra's season 2025 opens with one of the greatest symphonies ever written.
MSO: Brahms and Tchaikovsky
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs a charming evening of classics.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Vida: Melbourne Latin Summer Festival
Enjoy a weekend festival of art, culture, food and entertainment celebrating Latin America.
Koorie Krismas
A free, fun-filled day for the whole family, with a First Peoples makers' market and performances.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Antipodes Festival
Enjoy a giant street party as Lonsdale St is transformed into a celebration of Greek culture.
Australian Open
An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.
Glitter New Years Eve at Spice Market
Brace yourself for a night of Bollywood beats, premium vibes and an explosion of glam and glitter.
Bonza Christmas Cruise
Get out of the office and onto the water with an all-inclusive festive cruise.
Musical theatre
My Brilliant Career
A new adaptation of the timeless classic that channels that fire into a high-energy musical.
Love Actually? The Musical Parody
An unforgettable show that celebrates love, laughter and the spirit of the season.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
A Christmas Carol
A big-hearted, smash-hit production of one man's transformation from resentment to redemption.
Melbourne music venues
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.
The Toff in Town
A boutique bar and bandroom offering late-night cocktails in train carriage booths.
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.
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.
Speakeasy Theatre
A vaudeville theatre presenting burlesque and cabaret shows, as well as comedy and circus acts.
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.
Festival Hall
Concert and sporting venue with a long history of hosting local and international acts.
Melbourne and Olympic Parks
The Melbourne and Olympic Park precinct hosts around 600 events annually.
The Curtin
Traditional pub with fried chicken, cold beer, and live music from local and international acts.
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.
Last updated on Tue 19 Nov 2024
Christmas
Christmas things to do
Explore a wonderland of events and dazzling decorations as the city comes to life this Christmas.
Christmas eat and drink
Feeling festive? Sip mistletoe martinis at a rooftop bar or dine under the lights in a laneway.
Discover more
Fun things to do for teens in Melbourne
Free exhibitions, festivals, arts and crafts and ice skating.
How to spend 24 hours in Melbourne at Christmas
From secret street art to seasonal events, you’ll find something for everyone.
Melbourne River Cruises
Sit back and relax as your captain details the history of Melbourne on a river cruise.
