The complete guide to live music in Ballarat this weekend (Thu 16–Sat 18 Jul 2026). 6 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Ballarat for live music this weekend, Thu 16 Jul to Sat 18 Jul 2026. 6 shows across the city.
NIRVANNA (USA) - Tribute To Nirvana
When: Thursday 16 July 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Price: $$70
Artists: Nirvanna
NIRVANNA (USA) RETURN TO AUSTRALIANevermind Performed in Full for Its 35th Anniversary Plus the Hits, Anthems and Deep Cuts That Changed Music ForeverAustralia has seen them before. It has felt the weight of Kurt Cobain's songs delivered with the kind of raw, unguarded power that makes a room stand …
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ALEX LLOYD: Celebrating 25 Years of Watching Angels Mend
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Price: $$61
Artists: Alex Lloyd
Alex Lloyd Celebrating 25 Years of Watching Angels Mend Twenty-five years on, Watching Angels Mend still feels like a record that found people whenthey needed it most — honest, melodic, and quietly fearless. Released at the turn of thecentury, it became a defining chapter in Alex Lloyd’s story: song…
Second Hand News: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
When: Saturday 18 July 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Crypt Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Price: $$29
Artists: Second Hand News
Join us on Saturday July 18 as Second Hand News bring their much loved Fleetwood Mac Tribute to Volta! From 70s jams to 80s pop hits, this powerhouse six-piece will play two huge sets of songs spanning Fleetwood Mac’s incredible career. Expect to hear those signature guitar solos and vocals you love…
Bon Jovi Forever
When: Saturday 18 July 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: Maryborough Highland Society, Maryborough
Artists: Bon Jovi Forever
Australia's Hottest Bon Jovi Show!
Piano by Request
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Artists: Piano by Request
Piano by Request
When: Saturday 18 July 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Artists: Piano by Request
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Ballarat This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.