Skip to main content
Newcastle coastline and Nobbys Beach from above

Local events · Attractions · Places to explore

Live music — Newcastle

Find things to do in Newcastle. Explore local events, attractions, markets and family activities, with dates, places and prices.

Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.

Explore the region

Explore Newcastle's city, harbour and beach neighbourhoods. Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and Hunter Valley are separate nearby destinations.

Listings across Cooks Hill, Hamilton, Islington, Merewether, Newcastle, Newcastle East, Newcastle West, Stockton.

Live music

26 matching events listed in the next 60 days. Admission prices are shown where supplied.

Live Music & Concerts

Raggle Taggle Gypsies Band

Sun, 25 Oct, 3:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle · From $110

Raggle Taggle Gypsies Band returns to Bartholomew's with high-energy renditions of Celtic folk favourites. Fiddle, acoustic guitar, percussion and spirited vocals bring classics such as The Wild Rover, Whiskey in a Jar, Dirty Old Town and Rocky Road to life. The lively performance invites guests to clap, sing and get on their feet in the venue's atmospheric heritage bar. Sippin' Sunday drink specials add to a relaxed afternoon of live music and celebration.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Live Jazz at The Underground

Tue, 27 Oct, 8:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle · Check price with organiser

Every Tuesday night at The Underground in Newcastle you will hear high calibre live improvised jazz performances in an intimate listening environment resembling the New York jazz clubs of the 1920s. Musicians perform from near and far. Thursday nights are the jazz jams. Proudly presented by Newcastle Improvised Music Association Inc and The Grand Hotel. You will need to get in early to get yourself a good seat.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Newcastle Comedy Club Showcase

Fri, 30 Oct, 7:30 pm AEDT

Islington · From $39

The Newcastle Comedy Club hosts their Friday and Saturday night showcases in their New York-style comedy club in the heart of Newcastle. Spotlighting local talent from the Newcastle region as well as special guest performers from Sydney, Melbourne, and beyond. With a history of attracting major names in Australian comedy, including Wil Anderson and Tom Gleeson, Newcastle Comedy Club promises top-tier entertainment and an unforgettable night out. It's the go-to destination for the hottest comedy shows in town.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Roxette x Billy Idol | Tribute Show | Newcastle Harbour Cruise

Sat, 31 Oct, 12:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle · From $35

Get ready for a huge afternoon of iconic hits, retro energy, and harbour-side party vibes as Roxette meets Billy Idol in one electrifying live tribute cruise aboard MV Calmer. Rebel and Romance brings together the unforgettable anthems of two legendary acts, the edgy rock swagger of Billy Idol and the powerhouse pop hooks of Roxette, for a concert-style cruise packed with nostalgia, singalongs, dancing, and non-stop fun on the water. Step aboard and cruise the stunning waters of Newcastle Harbour while enjoying high-energy live tribute sets, multiple levels to explore, licensed bars, and sweeping harbour views. Whether you're here for Dancing With Myself, White Wedding, It Must Have Been Love, or The Look, this is your chance to relive the soundtrack of an era in unforgettable style. Whether you're planning a fun day out with friends, celebrating something special, or just love a good throwback party, Rebel & Romance is set to be an afternoon to remember

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Newcastle's Woodstockton

Sat, 31 Oct, 1:00 pm AEDT

Stockton · Check price with organiser

Get ready for a huge day of live music at Newcastle's Woodstockton Music Festival, taking over The Bowlo Stockton. Inspired by some of the greatest names and sounds in music history, Woodstockton brings together five legendary tribute shows in one action-packed festival. Enjoy performances celebrating the music of Jimmy Buffett, The Doors, George Thorogood, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Neil Diamond and Queen, plus plenty of classic rock favourites. The line-up features Normie James featuring Early Daze, Doors / Heat / Thorogood featuring Leeroy & The Rats, Creedance & Friends, The Diamond Show featuring Ty Penshorn, and a spectacular festival finale with Rock Rhapsody – The Ultimate Queen Show. Set in Stockton's outdoor live music venue, the festival runs from 1pm to 8pm, with gates opening at midday. There'll also be a great range of food trucks, cold drinks and food from BB's Bistro, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the entire day. This is a family-friendly outdoor event, with children under 12 admitted free. Tickets are AUD45, with group booking options available. One day. Five legendary shows. Great food, cold drinks and seven hours of live music by the beach – Woodstockton is set to be an unforgettable day in Stockton.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Pink Meets Purple

Sat, 31 Oct, 7:30 pm AEDT

Newcastle · From $33

Bridge the world of rock and classical with the iconic music of Pink Floyd and Deep Purple. Fernleigh Arts and Orchestral Network present two groundbreaking works -Atom Heart Mother Suite by Pink Floyd and Ron Geesin and the Concerto for Rock Group and Orchestra by Jon Lord of Deep Purple. Fernleigh's Wind Ensemble will join with a dynamic rock group made up of established local musicians. Don't miss this opportunity to experience groundbreaking rock orchestral collaboration! This concert is proudly supported by the NSW Government through the Regional Community Bands Program.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

The Typsy Gypsies

Sun, 1 Nov, 4:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle · Check price with organiser

The Typsy Gypsies brings together three internationally seasoned musicians for a vibrant live performance at Bartholomew's in Newcastle. Pete Hawkes, George Washingmachine and Christian Marsh blend gypsy jazz, Celtic energy, blues harmonica and sizzling slide guitar in a rare collaboration filled with virtuosity, personality and musical mischief. Visitors can settle into Bartholomew's old-world surrounds and enjoy an unforgettable session from three masters of their craft.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Number Junky - Newcastle

Tue, 3 Nov, 8:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle · From $25

The inventive Danish/Australian trio Number Junky return with Composure, their thirdalbum, taking their new music on a national Australian tour. The trio of KristianBorring (guitar), Zac Grafton (double bass) and Peter Evans (drums) have toured extensively across Australia in recent years, including a featured performance at the Perth International Jazz Festival in 2024. Number Junky have become known for combining exciting rhythms and unusual time signatures with lyrical melodies, rich harmony and a strong sense of interplay. Led by internationally acclaimed guitarist Kristian Borring, the trio brings together three distinctive musicians whose performances balance intricate compositions with spontaneity and improvisation. Following the critical success of their second album Birak, Composure presents a new collection of original music and modern arrangements of standards and classical hymns, continuing to develop the trio's distinctive sound. The album launch marks the beginning of another national tour, bringing Number Junky's dynamic live performances to audiences around Australia.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Tenner Wednesdays - Newcastle Comedy Club

Wed, 4 Nov, 8:00 pm AEDT

Islington · From $10

You don't have to be rich to save money. Who says a night out has to cost a fortune? Give your Wednesdays a glow-up with Tenner Wednesdays at Newcastle Comedy Club! Enjoy a rotating lineup of comedy, chaos and creative experimentation, with something different happening every week. From stand-up and musical comedy to variety acts, weird new concepts and shows that don't quite fit into any box, you never know what you're going to get — and that's half the fun! Every show is handpicked and hosted by Eddy Rockefeller, bringing together fresh ideas, bold performers and plenty of surprises to turn your ordinary Wednesday into an anything-but-ordinary night out. Whether you're looking for a midweek pick-me-up, a cheap date night, or just an excuse to get out of the house without destroying your bank account, Tenner Wednesdays has you covered. Big laughs. Weird ideas. Different shows every week. Because you deserve a night out, even when your bank account says otherwise.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Bunt. at The Beach Hotel

Fri, 6 Nov, 6:00 pm AEDT

Merewether · Check price with organiser

Bunt. is coming to The Beaches! German DJ Levi Wijk, known as Bunt., exploded onto the global stage with his 2023 track "Clouds", debuting at #15 on the Billboard Electronic Songs Chart and gaining over 350 million streams. Since then, he's taken his raw, electric and communal live dance music experience to major festival stages around the world, including Ultra, Coachella and Lollapalooza. This is a show not to be missed, right here in your own backyard. Tickets will sell fast. Don't miss out.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Good Folk Brewing/Danny's House Party

Fri, 6 Nov, 7:00 pm AEDT

Hamilton · From $15

Good Folk Brewing and Danny's Pizza bring a lively night of live music, DJs, fresh beer and New York-style pizza to Beaumont Street. Local favourites Bloom open the show, followed by headliners Trip Fandino. DJs keep the dance floor moving with classic dance tracks between sets and into the night. Guests can enjoy locally brewed beer on tap and pizza by the slice in the venue's relaxed courtyard and bar. The event offers a distinctive Newcastle night out, combining live performance, local brewing and late-night food.

View event

Live Music & Concerts

Katchafire (NZ) with Special Guest Mike Love (Hawaii) - Newcastle

Sat, 7 Nov, 7:00 pm AEDT

Newcastle West · Check price with organiser

New Zealand's Katchafire are teaming up with Hawaii's Mike Love for their 2026 Australian Tour dates, along with a collaboration on their 'Sensimillia' single for the Revival 2.0 Guest Edition album. Mike will open each show with his own solo set, a powerful one-man-band performance built entirely live. Armed with guitar, keyboard, melodica and a pedalboard loaded with loopers, he layers bass lines, beatboxed rhythms and harmonies in real time, with nothing pre-recorded. His sound reaches beyond roots reggae too - folding in rock, soul, blues, folk and hip hop into what he calls his own "revolutionary consciousness music."

View event

Keep exploring

Plan a longer visit: our three-day guide

Explore Australian regions

Tourism listings supplied by the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse. Listings retain their existing detail URLs.