Music
Concerts, gigs and musicals
Ru-Co Bar
Lumen Duo fuse timeless jazz with today's hits. Walk-ins only. Wednesdays. 29 Oct - 19 Nov, 7-9pm.
Mina Yu Quartet with Strings: Studio Ghibli
Immerse yourself in the melodies and soundscapes of Studio Ghibli films with Mina Yu.
Fridayz Live: Pitbull, Mariah Carey, Wiz Khalifa
The most blockbuster line-up to date featuring iconic artists.
Viviz: New Legacy Tour
Catch the K-pop girl group’s highly anticipated first Australian performance.
MJ The Musical
A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.
Spring Gala: Joyce DiDonato
A special gala performance of Berlioz’s song cycle full of love, loss and longing.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.
Classic Kids: A Symphonic Christmas
Celebrate the season with a magical performance for families from the MSO.
Flinders Quartet: Australia Fair?
The 25th season closes with works by Dvořák, Deborah Cheetham Fraillon and Bryony Marks.
Palestine National Day
Enjoy a full day's program, showcasing the state's vibrant culture and heritage.
Moodymann + DJ Jnett
Dive into the spirit and sound of Detroit, in an epic deep house double bill, free at the Square.
Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan
A dazzling new operatic work by some of Australia’s most acclaimed creative talents.
Sombar Karnival
Sombar celebrates its 3rd Anniversary with a night dedicated to music, people and culture.
Hear My Eyes – Terminator 2: Judgment Day
A once-in-a-generation movie that redefined sci-fi action and pushed CGI into a new era.
Handel's Messiah: Royal Melbourne Philharmonic
Royal Melbourne Philharmonic presents Handel’s iconic Messiah for the 247th time since 1853.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
The Trumpet of the Swan
An adaptation of E.B. White’s gorgeous novel The Trumpet of the Swan for orchestra and actors.
Songs From The Canyon at Live at The Gardens
Featuring an all-star ensemble and Freya Josephine Hollick.
They Sang at Carnegie Hall
Experience Bernadette Robinson’s spellbinding tribute to music’s greatest voices.
Jazz Blues, Latin and Ska on Guitar with Kenneth White
Three hours of soulful jazz blues on guitar, with a little Latin, ska and singing.
Melbourne Youth Orchestras: Imagine
The Melbourne Youth Orchestras presents their ensemble program showcase.
The Great Melbourne Bagpipe Bash
Calling all bagpipers to help smash the world record for the largest ever bagpipe ensemble.
Korean Drama and Cinema Reimagined in Jazz
Love, destiny and iconic Korean soundtracks transformed with the Mina Yu Quartet.
Big Christmas Spectacular
Iconic jingles, hilarious Santa moments and world-class show dancing, perfect for all ages.
The Museum
Enjoy a special preview of The Museum, a new work by Steven Takasugi, created with Speak Percussion.
Born This Way: A Lady Gaga Silent Disco Walking Tour
Strut, sing, and just dance with Mucho Mitcho on a Lady Gaga–inspired Silent Disco Walking Tour!
Hair: The Tribal Love Rock Musical
Take the trip to see the brand-new reimagined production of the musical, Hair.
New Worlds: Jaime conducts Cheetham Fraillon and Dvořák
One of classical music’s most popular works.
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 best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne
Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.
Festival Hall
Concert and sporting venue with a long history of hosting local and international acts.
The Toff in Town
A boutique bar and bandroom offering late-night cocktails in train carriage booths.
Melbourne and Olympic Parks
The Melbourne and Olympic Park precinct hosts around 600 events annually.
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 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 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.
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Melbourne music walk
Discover Melbourne’s music highlights, from music venues to busking hot spots and historic sites.
Arts Centre Melbourne
With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre Melbourne is a cultural and architectural landmark.