Concerts, gigs and musicals
Live at the Bowl
Enjoy a festival of music, dance, community-led and family-friendly events for everyone.
The best kid's theatre shows on in Melbourne
Featuring musical theatre, free plays, puppet shows and more.
Bluesfest Melbourne
Australia’s premier contemporary blues and roots music festival is coming to Melbourne.
Malthouse Outdoor Stage
Experience the best of live outdoor entertainment at Malthouse Outdoor Stage.
Night Trade
Reality bends in St Paul’s Cathedral’s car park of curated chaos and everyone’s invited.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking spots.
& Juliet
The award-winning musical of the greatest love story ever remixed opens in Melbourne in February.
What's free in Melbourne this month
Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.
NGV Friday Nights: Alexander McQueen
Friday nights inspired by '90s London and the exhibition, Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse.
Mary Poppins
The world’s favourite nanny comes to life in a spectacular and unforgettable production.
The Piano Men: The Songs of Elton John and Billy Joel
A tribute to two of the greatest piano men of all time.
Buckingham Palace with the Australian Chamber Choir
Hear music from the coronation of King Charles III and the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
New Year's Eve (and the Night Before) Gala Concerts
Packed with musical classics, traditional anthems, Broadway hits and more.
Ferruccio Furlanetto in Concert
With a voice that speaks volumes, Furlanetto is one of the greatest basses of our time.
The Beginning of the World
Genevieve Lacey joins Melbourne Chamber Orchestra for a concert experience of English music.
Circus Oz
Australia's world-famous Circus Oz presents this all-new extravaganza that you don't want to miss.
Community Ukulele Group
A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers, with beginners welcome.
Orchestra Victoria: At the Turning Point
Join Orchestra Victoria in an exploration of the moments in time that changed everything.
John McAll's Black Money
Buoyant and bright grooves infused with dark humour with special guest, Michelle Nicole.
Mozart Requiem by Candlelight
Hear three of Mozart’s most iconic works performed by candlelight in St Paul's Cathedral.
Warner Bros. Discovery: Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra plays the live score to Looney Tunes cartoons.
Kate Ceberano: My Life is a Symphony
Performing her personal favourites with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
One Song: The Music of Archie Roach
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and guests celebrate the legacy of Archie Roach.
Vicky O'Keefe Sing Sing Sings the Johnny O'Keefe Story
The Johnny O’Keefe Story, starring his daughter, Vicky O’Keefe.
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.
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.
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
Basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails and spirits with French bistro-style bar food.
The Butterfly Club
An intimate theatre hosting quirky performances and serving cocktails in bars with kitsch decor.
The Curtin
Traditional pub with fried chicken, cold beer, and live music from local and international acts.
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