Battle of the Bands 2026 Final - Malicy, Swordfish, Operation Karma, Black Wattle Witches, Lash 78

Venue

Bergy Bandroom

Brunswick, Melbourne • 200 cap

Tickets

$17

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Date & Time

Wed, 28 Oct

6:40pm

We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

About this event

The BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2026 Final has arrived right here at The Bergy Bandroom!There are some incredible bands that have taken the stage this year and the final features: Malicy, Swordfish, Operation Karma, Black Wattle Witches, Lash 78.Big thanks to our major sponsors Coopers and Beat Magazine for making this years competition possible. Also many thanks to The Aviary Recording Studio, Fellr, Heaps Normal and the The Real Songwriters of Melbourne for their support.Your attendance is very important in deciding who will win the Grand Final, so get your tix now to be a part of the experience!!

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Set Times

Show Starts 6:40pm

Operation Karma ★ TBA

Malicy TBA

Swordfish TBA

Black Wattle Witches TBA

Times marked ~ are estimates. Arrive early to avoid missing your favourite acts. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

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Also on the bill: Malicy · Swordfish · Black Wattle Witches

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Support Acts

Don't miss these talented artists opening the show:

Malicy

Swordfish

Black Wattle Witches

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Operation Karma start?

The show at Bergy Bandroom starts at 6:40pm on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. Set times for Operation Karma haven't been announced yet — check back closer to the date. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

What time does Operation Karma finish?

Finish times for Operation Karma at Bergy Bandroom haven't been announced yet. Check with the venue closer to 28 October 2026. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

Where is Bergy Bandroom located?

Bergy Bandroom is located at 68 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC. The venue has a capacity of 200 people.

How much are tickets for Battle of the Bands 2026 Final - Malicy, Swordfish, Operation Karma, Black Wattle Witches, Lash 78?

Tickets for Battle of the Bands 2026 Final - Malicy, Swordfish, Operation Karma, Black Wattle Witches, Lash 78 are $17. Tickets are available online.

Who are the support acts for Operation Karma?

The support acts are Malicy, Swordfish, Black Wattle Witches at Bergy Bandroom on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

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Location

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