Concerts, gigs and musicals
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Holi Festival Melbourne
Enjoy the Holi Festival of Colours and be immersed in culture, music, dance, food and drinks.
Workshops by Future Archive and Jannah Quill
Join these fun workshops with Melanie Read of Future Archive and electronic musician Jannah Quill.
Australian Open
An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.
Peroveta Harmonies
Join Australian Art Orchestra and Tatana Village choir to explore Peroveta Harmonies.
Tiny, Fluffy, Sweet
Ultra-cute content steals the spotlight in this endearing new performance premiere.
Crystalline Resonance: Final Fantasy Piano Concert
Final Fantasy melodies come to life under the fingers of virtuoso pianists.
Sidney Myer Free Concert: Dvořák, Gershwin and Ravel
A magical evening of music at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
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.
Premium Busking Auditions
Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.
Mildlife / Sun Ra Arkestra / Wax’o Paradiso
Dive into a mind-altering sonic collision of cosmic jazz and experimental grooves at this free gig.
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.
Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra bring to life Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Free Jazz Arvo at the Motley Bauhaus
Enjoy a free afternoon of fantastic jazz and tasty tipples at this Carlton arts hub.
Hera Björk: Queen of the Iceland
Two-time Icelandic Eurovision star, Hera Björk, takes to the ice for a special fundraising show.
Kangdaniel ACT Concert
K-Pop artist, Kangdaniel, arrives in Melbourne for a stunning live performance.
China National Symphony Orchestra Chorus
Experience the magic of the China National Symphony Orchestra Chorus.
Corpus Medicorum: Concert 1
Featuring György Ligeti’s Atmosphères, Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No 5 and Brahms' Symphony No 1.
Sidney Myer Free Concert: Journeys and Adventures
A magical evening of free music at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Meerta: Rise Up! The Ballad of James Arden
Singer-songwriter David Arden shares the story of his great-grandfather and the Gunditjmara people.
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 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.
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.