The complete guide to live music in Ballarat this weekend (Thu 21–Sat 23 May 2026). 9 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Ballarat for live music this weekend, Thu 21 May to Sat 23 May 2026. 9 shows across the city.
Unsung: Reimagining Folksongs from the Victorian Goldfields
When: Thursday 21 May 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Eureka Centre - Home of the Eureka Flag, Ballarat Central
Artists: Unsung
Hap Hayward, Freya Josephine Hollick and Phil and Trudy Edgeley perform unsung folk songs from the Victorian Goldfields.
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Santa Ana Rodeo (USA) with Tallulah Grace and Lady Fern
When: Thursday 21 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Price: $$18
Artists: Tallulah Grace, Lady Fern, Santa Ana Rodeo
The Rodeo Comes to Ballarat with the help of local artists Tallulah Grace and Lady Fern.Born in Boulder, CO, Santa Ana Rodeo crafts music that always hits, somewhere between grit and groove, heart and heat. This vibrant group has been electrifying audiences and lighting up stages from house parties …
VOLTA AFTER DARK FT. RICKY PEARSON
When: Saturday 23 May 2026 at 10:00pm
Where: The Crypt Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Artists: Ricky Pearson, Volta After Dark
The Deserters Debut Album Release
When: Friday 22 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Ballarat Performing Arts Centre, Soldiers Hill
SUBCENTER - 90'S PARTY
When: Friday 22 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Keeping the BASS rolling in Ballarat we are very happy to announce SUBCENTER 90's Edition!Come dressed as your favorite 90's themed character to enter the draw to win best best dressed prize!If you're new here you may be wondering what is SUBCENTER?We're a group of Ballarat based locals whose goal i…
The Ballarat Beard and Stache Competition 2026
When: Saturday 23 May 2026 at 11:00am
Where: Hop Temple, Ballarat Central
The 10th annual Ballarat Beard & Stache Competition with six epic categories, $1000+ in prizes, live music, great food, craft brews, and a crowd full of cheer.
Drag Bingo
When: Thursday 21 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Piano by Request
When: Friday 22 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Piano by Request
When: Saturday 23 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Ballarat This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.