Gigs and Concerts
Browse the calendar of Sydney's music scene from big stadium concerts to intimate shows at live music venues.
After a tough year for festivals, Sydney is getting a major new summer concert series
Centennial Park is set to welcome a brand-new open-air concert series in 2027, with major headliners set to soundtrack those long, summer evenings in February and March.
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After a tough year for festivals, Sydney is getting a major new summer concert series
Centennial Park is set to welcome a brand-new open-air concert series in 2027, with major headliners set to soundtrack those long, summer evenings in February and March.
Sydney Opera House gigs to be larger, later and louder after restrictions lifted: here’s what to book
The Sydney Opera House is set to turn up the volume after restrictions on capacity and sound levels were lifted, paving the way for larger events and allowing late-night concerts…
The best places to catch free live music in Sydney
Whether you’re after a laid-back afternoon soundtracked by jazz or a high-energy night of rock, these are the best venues to catch free live music in Sydney.
Jack Johnson brings Ben Harper and John Butler to Sydney’s Domain in November 2026
Multi-platinum singer songwriter Jack Johnson is returning to Australia on a tour which will see him bring special guests Ben Harper and John Butler on to the bill for a…
Best Stand-Up Comedy in Sydney Right Now: Clubs, Gigs & Open Mics
Sydney’s stand-up comedy scene is firing on all cylinders, with everything from big-name international acts to raw, unpredictable open-mic nights lighting up the city week after week. Whether you’re after…
Best Theatre Shows in Sydney Right Now (May 2026)
Drama, drama, drama! With 2026 already in full swing, Sydney’s top five theatre companies are busy promoting their winning line-up of performances.
Disco royalty Grace Jones returns to Sydney for a one-night-only performance
Avant-garde popstar, disco queen and all-around icon Grace Jones is set to descend upon Sydney for an exclusive, one-night-only performance this February.
Our ultimate Sydney concerts and gigs guide (2026)
We’ve created the ultimate Sydney gig guide to help you plan a year packed with unmissable concerts.
