The complete guide to live music in Adelaide this weekend (Thu 22–Sat 24 Oct 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Adelaide for live music this weekend, Thu 22 Oct to Sat 24 Oct 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Ash Grunwald with Quoir
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Main Hall at Woodville Town Hall, Woodville South
Artists: Ash Grunwald, Quoir
Weekly live music guide — free.
Lizzie Hosking 'Mother is Medusa' Launch
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: JIVE, ADELAIDE, Adelaide
Artists: Lizzie Hosking
Lizzie Hosking celebrating her new single ‘Mother is Medusa’ supported by pop artists Piper Wallin and Marina Anthena for a night of halloween-themed fun :)
Adalita – 15th Anniversary of Her Debut Album
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: The Wheatsheaf Hotel, Thebarton
Artists: Adalita
Adalita – 15th Anniversary of Her Debut AlbumReleased in 2011, Adalita’s self-titled debut marked the beginning of her remarkable solo journey. Raw, intimate, and emotionally fearless, it struck a deep chord with listeners and remains one of the most beloved and influential Australian releases of it…
Bob Evans - Suburban Songbook 20th Anniversary Tour
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide
Artists: Bob Evans
Belle Chen
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Nexus Arts Venue, Adelaide
Artists: Belle Chen
Negative Approach at Rhino Room, Adelaide
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Rhino Room, Adelaide, Adelaide
Price: $$50
Artists: Negative Approach
Check it out!At long last, one of the most vital bands to ever help start the movement are finally bringing their legacy-level, household hardcore anthems to Aus & NZ!Negative Approach. Yep, that one. Formed back in 81 and thought to be gone soon after, NA left us a short but permanent set of songs …
Shonen Knife
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: The Venue at The Gov, Hindmarsh
Price: $$60
Artists: Shonen Knife
Shonen Knife – ever glowing. Ever sharp. As they continue to ride their all out rocking planet with their ever-vescent neon popping punk fun - from Japan 45 years going strong. With the upcoming release on AUG 21 of their Re-Cut seminal 1992 album Let’s Knife in Australia/NZ via Valve/MGM – Naoko, A…
Xzibit
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 9:00pm
Where: Zhivago, Adelaide
Artists: Xzibit
Australia Tour
DOLLS the 'Dramatic' Tour
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: The Venue at The Gov, Hindmarsh
Artists: Dolls, Lola, Hesh, Molly Rocket
Naarm based heartthrobs celebrating their second EP DRAMATIC. Balcony show.
Ash Grunwald with Quoir
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Main Hall at Woodville Town Hall, Woodville South
Artists: Ash Grunwald, Quoir
Witness the raw power of Ash's soaring vocals and driving blues guitar as they meet the rich harmonies of a hand-picked gospel choir.
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Adelaide This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.