Rare Phenomenon (EP Launch) w/ Astrogate + Lapidatus

Venue

Bar Open

Fitzroy, Melbourne • 200 cap

Tickets

$17

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Date & Time

Fri, 2 Oct

8:30pm

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

About this event

Ferntree Gully's Rare Phenomenon are launching their debut EP Illusion with a heavy night at Bar Open. The band blend hard rock, metal and progressive elements — technicality wrapped around heaviness and speed. They've got support from fellow heavy acts Lapidatus and Astrogate. Seventeen bucks for a local EP launch in Fitzroy's sticky-carpet circuit.

Set Times

Show Starts 8:30pm

Rare Phenomenon ★ 10:45pm~

Lapidatus 8:30pm~

Astrogate 9:25pm~

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: Lapidatus · Astrogate

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Support Acts

Don't miss these talented artists opening the show:

Lapidatus 8:30pm

Astrogate 9:25pm

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Rare Phenomenon start?

Rare Phenomenon is expected on stage around 10:45pm on Friday, 2 October 2026 at Bar Open. This is our estimate, not a confirmed set time — the show is advertised to start at 8:30pm. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

What time does Rare Phenomenon finish?

Rare Phenomenon is expected to finish around 11:30pm at Bar Open. This is an estimate from the stage time and a typical set length — most shows at Bar Open wrap up by around 11:30pm. We do our best with start times, but they can change — always check with the venue.

Where is Bar Open located?

Bar Open is located at 317 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, VIC. The venue has a capacity of 200 people.

How much are tickets for Rare Phenomenon (EP Launch) w/ Astrogate + Lapidatus?

Tickets for Rare Phenomenon (EP Launch) w/ Astrogate + Lapidatus are $17. Tickets are available online.

Who are the support acts for Rare Phenomenon?

The support acts are Lapidatus, Astrogate at Bar Open on Friday, 2 October 2026.

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Location

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