Groups of people sitting on rugs on the lawn in front of the Sidney Myer Music Bowl structure, with the Melbourne city skyline visible in the far background.

Until 28 Apr

Live at the Bowl

A festival of music, dance, community-led and family-friendly events for everyone.

This summer the heart of the city will come to life at Victoria’s most iconic outdoor venue, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

Gather your favourite people and enjoy a blockbuster line-up featuring some of the best home-grown acts and international artists.

Come together on the hill, share a picnic, take in symphonies at sunset or dance the night away to your favourite bands and DJs.

The program includes Arctic Monkeys, Bon Iver, Boris Brejcha, Darren Hayes, Falls Festival, Kehlani, Lorde, Midsumma Extravaganza, MSO Free Concerts, Pasifix, Synthony, Teeny Tiny Stevies and more to be announced.

Date	Times
Sat 15 Apr	3:00pm - 10:30pm
Fri 28 Apr	5:30pm - 10:30pm

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