Sydney, by the hour.

Wednesday 7 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:30pm

Hang out with Friends of Friends every Wednesday this October at Metro Social. Bands + DJs until late.

Thursday 8 Oct · 6:30pm – 11:00pm

A charity gig for Youngcare, Battle of the Tech Bands raises money for Youngcare, which helps young people with high physical support needs live independently. Every dollar goes to the cause. Staff bands from five tech companies swap laptops for guitars and play a set of covers each, competing for the trophy in front of a live crowd and a judging panel: Bandlassian (Atlassian), Canvanauts (Canva), Amakazaam! (Amazon), V2 Voyagers (V2 AI), and Brisbane 2026 champions ShipReX (Rex Software and URBAN X) as special guests. Expect big singalongs, friendly rivalry and a full room of Sydney's tech community.

Thursday 8 Oct · 7:00pm – 1:00am (next day)

THIS BLACK THURSDAY! PRESENTED IN COLLABORATION WITH @MIDNIGHTMADESS.666,

Friday 9 Oct · 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Jam in a Jar is an annual charity music festival organized by residents of UNSW's Kensington Colleges. The event donates 100% of ticket sales to the Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation. The concert features a range of Aussie artists:

Friday 9 Oct · 6:00pm – 10:30pm

Get ready to relive the greatest decade in rock music when Royale With Cheese returns to The Beer Shed on Friday October 9! Now celebrating 10 years as Australia's premier 90s rock show, Royale With Cheese delivers the ultimate throwback party packed with the biggest hits of the decade. From the grunge anthems of Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Soundgarden to the Britpop brilliance of Oasis, Blur and Radiohead, plus Aussie favourites Silverchair, You Am I and Screaming Jets, this is a non-stop journey through the soundtrack of the 90s.

Friday 9 Oct · 6:30pm – 10:30pm

This October marks the fiftieth anniversary of Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs one of Australia’s most unique bands. `Suburban Boy’ Dave Warner, named by Bob Dylan as one of his favourite Australian artists, launched out of Perth with his 1972 proto-punk band Pus, then refined the concept into ‘suburban rock’ the Australian equivalent of Brit ‘kitchen-sink, angry young-man’ cinema. In the late 70s Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs crash-tackled a largely imitative Australian rock scene with unbridled energy and originality with album ‘Mugs Game’ going gold within eight weeks. Tracks like “Convict Streak’ and ‘Half Time at the Football’, precursors to rap, and sung in an Australian accent sliced and diced the country’s culture and led to Warner’s arrest for singing “obscene songs”.

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:00pm

From 1996–2010, Epicure carved out a singular place in Australian music, releasing four acclaimed studio albums, selling out headline shows nationwide, and touring alongside

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:30pm

This October, American rock chameleons FROM ASHES TO NEW will take Australian audiences by storm for their first ever headline tour, joined by special guests BANKS ARCADE. Returning down under following their acclaimed performances at Good Things Festival in 2024, FROM ASHES TO NEW will kick off their headline run on Friday 9 October in Sydney, before heading to Melbourne and Adelaide, and closing out on Thursday 15 October in Brisbane.

Friday 9 Oct · 7:00pm – 10:30pm

Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at the Manly Leagues Club on Friday, 9 Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at the Manly Leagues Club on Friday, 9 October 2026, all in support of the Northern Beaches Music Festival 2026 at Narrabeen! We’ve assembled a stellar line-up featuring local favourites The Bilgola Benders Band are a 6-piece groove outfit based out of Avalon/Bilgola Beach, known for their high-energy blend of blues, soul, cheeky local charm, and classic crowd-pleasers, Red Herring is a high-energy Sydney-based 5-piece indie/alternative rock outfit known for driving rhythms, infectious hooks, and vibrant live performances, and Sydney Blues Society Hall of Famer Liza Ohlback , Inducted into the 2025 Sydney Blues Society "Hall of Fame", 2024 Fav female Blues singer Sydney Blues Society, who has released a new single: The Mess…

Friday 9 Oct · 8:00pm – 1:00am (next day)

AFTER DARK – 9TH OCTOBER FREE ENTRY – 8PM – 2AM

Friday 9 Oct · 8:00pm – 11:55pm

Get ready for a night of dirty punk rock and absolute audio carnage as I Am DuckEye team up with HateMail, Die Rats Die and NOF at Wings & Tins! 🔥 Friday, October 9

Friday 9 Oct · 8:00pm – 11:30pm

King Machete are back at Elton Chong, Penrith, on Friday 9th of October to launch their debut single FEED THE CULT. The killer stoner punks will be supported by alt-rockers Social Strangers & the vicious chaos of Carnage Flowers.

Saturday 10 Oct · 6:00pm – 12:00am (next day)

A series of Hard Rock, Party Punk and Upbeat Indie bands playing live and loud in the Basement Bar at Chuck Trailer's CBD Doors at 5pm open 'til very late. Sponsored by Young Henry's

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Be transported to the dark, mysterious Louisiana bayous by DT’s Delerium Tremors and their intoxicating sounds. Imagine a scene where powerful blues meets rowdy juke joints, spellbinding juju and voodoo rock…with howling slide guitar hovering ominously over shuffling, stomping, swinging rhythms! 🐴🐴🐴

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:00pm – 10:30pm

Forget nostalgia. Electric Safari 2026 isn’t about preserving the past under museum glass —it’s about plugging it back into the mains and seeing what lights up. This October, the Electric Pandas tear up Australia’s east coast with songs from the forthcoming album A Love Electric, where melody collides with voltage and every chorus feels like it’s outrunning tomorrow. The classics are back too, because great songs never age. And then there’s Big Girls, detonated into a full-blown EDM fever dream by Brian Canham of Pseudo Echo. No safety net. No cruise control. Just beautiful noise, bright lights and the delicious possibility that anything could happen.

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:59pm

Heartbreaker is a virtuosic 'supergroup' feat the iconic Frankie's World Famous House Band, fronted by Simon Meli (Widowbirds, Ooh Lah Lah, The Voice) and Lachy Doley (Joe Bonamassa, Jimmy Barnse). Simon Meli - vocals

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:00pm – 11:30pm

Following sold-out performances, Sunshine Coast artist TOBiAS brings his acclaimed tribute show “Tobias Celebrates The Cure” to the stage. Backed by a powerhouse band, TOBiAS recreates the atmosphere, emotion, and sound of one of alternative music’s most iconic acts. Audiences are taken on a journey through more than four decades of music, from haunting ballads to shimmering post-punk and synth-pop classics. Expect beloved songs including “Just Like Heaven,” “Lovesong,” and “Boys Don’t Cry,” alongside carefully chosen deep cuts. With rich musicality, striking stage presence, and genuine passion, TOBiAS delivers more than a tribute, it’s a heartfelt celebration of timeless songs.

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:00pm – 2:00am (next day)

LAST WORDS PRESENTS: WHEN WE WEREN’T THERE

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:30pm – 11:30pm

Sydney dark electro-rock pioneers Caligula return to the stage for a special evening celebrating both their own acclaimed catalogue and the timeless music of The Cure. The night will open with a 45-minute Caligula performance featuring fan favourites spanning the band's career, alongside selections from their critically acclaimed new album, Bloodlines. Following a triumphant return to recording and touring, the band continues to build momentum with new material that reflects both their rich legacy and creative rebirth.

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:30pm – 11:30pm

Direct from the UK, OASIS Tribute – DEFINITELY OASIS perform (WHAT’S THE STORY) MORNING GLORY? in Full (Wonderwall, Don’t Look Back In Anger, Champagne Supernova, Morning Glory?, She’s Electric, Roll With It). Plus a Bonus Set of OASIS Anthems and Classics – Supersonic, Live Forever, Stop Crying Your Heart Out, Stand By Me, Whatever, Cigarettes and Alcohol + heaps more!

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:30pm – 10:30pm

With their upcoming debut EP release, Metro Lane are heading on an East Coast Tour to share their music with all of Australia.

Saturday 10 Oct · 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Back to Sydney by popular demand: THE 60 FOUR are turning back the clock with a brand new show that feels straight out of Las Vegas. ★★★★★ Stage Whispers ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide ★★★★★ Weekend Notes ★★★★★ The Barefoot Review ★★★★★ Arts Review ★★★★★ Theatre Travels

Saturday 10 Oct · 8:00pm – 11:55pm

"The Blistered Minds play what could be their last ever live show" at 'Wings and Tins' dive bar, Dee Why, with singer/songwriter/guitarist Brent 'Blister' moving interstate, with what happens to the band over a long distance most probably point to an end... but never say never! Renowned for their "sonic firestorm" live performances (as described by Hellmenn vocalist Ben Brown), The Blistered Minds will be rolling out new songs along with a set spanning their last 2 releases. Played on some of Australia's', Europe's and America's best independent radio stations, the songs are based in the Saints and Birdman seeded punk rock of the 70s, filtered through Brent's 1990s Geelong rock roots, all delivered with ferocious energy that's been categorised by rock and roll stalwarts as "surf-psycho billy".

Saturday 10 Oct · 8:00pm – 10:30pm

‘Australia’s best tribute act’ brings the biggest hits of the 60s and 70s to life in a spectacular production packed with soaring harmonies, slick choreography, and unstoppable energy. From the rock ’n’ roll swagger of Elvis Presley to the silky harmonies of The Beach Boys and the anthems of The Beatles, The 60 Four capture the magic of the era with style. Add in the soaring falsetto of Frankie Valli, the disco fever of The Bee Gees, the energy of Johnny O’Keefe, and the timeless pop of ABBA – and you’ve got a two-hour hit parade that will have every generation on their feet.

Saturday 10 Oct · 8:00pm – 11:30pm

A night of noise and escalation, this showcase tracks a distinct, heavy sonic evolution, moving from weaponised acoustic storytelling into a chaotic wall of sound. Starting with sharp, satirical folk-rock structures and dark, gothic Australian narratives as the atmosphere collapses into stark noise rock, grunge, and industrial sludge punk ending in a hotbed of frantic post-hardcore and emo math-rock, delivering a cathartic, genre-shifting release. It is a chaotic progression from folk roots to punk fury, driven entirely by local acts pushing the boundaries of alternative and experimental music.

Saturday 10 Oct · 8:00pm

Australia's favourite indie-rock duo Old Mervs are hitting the road to play their biggest capacity venues yet, celebrating the release of sophomore album Carparks. This October and November, Dave and Henry will play a string of shows across Australia and New Zealand, stepping up into rooms including Melbourne's Forum and Sydney's Enmore Theatre for the first time. The tour comes hot on the heels of Carparks official release date of Friday 2 October. Reuniting with producer Chris Collins (Royel Otis, Ruby Fields, Matt Corby), fans have already received tastes of what’s to come with singles "Heavy In The Morning", "Tether" and latest track "She Said”.

Sunday 11 Oct · 1:00pm

Failsafe return to The Factory Courtyard this November!! Come join Failsafe as they gear up for the release of TWO new singles, “in my hands” and “stop seeing me”. Joined by friends Juno Eclipse, Tallulah, and Charles Carnabuci, all presenting massive performances in celebration of the new release.

Sunday 11 Oct · 4:00pm

Guttermouth, the unapologetic, wise-cracking punk rock institution fronted by the one and only Mark Adkins, is heading back to Australia for what the band insists—cross their hearts and hope to die—is absolutely, triple-promise-the-last-time their final tour Down Under. Titled "One Last Time", the run consists of just seven shows in October 2026, giving fans one last chance to catch them live before Mark hangs up his mic for good... or at least until he changes his mind again. Turning 60 years old on October 10 this year and having already visited Australia 20+ times, Mark has officially had it. "I've been coming here since before half of you were born," Adkins said in a recent interview from his couch. "I've seen the beaches, the bars, the bans, the bullshit. I've partied, I've fought, I've blacked out in places I still…