The complete guide to live music in Ballarat this weekend (Thu 7–Sat 9 May 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Ballarat for live music this weekend, Thu 7 May to Sat 9 May 2026. 10 shows across the city.
MAMA KIN SPENDER
When: Friday 8 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Odessa Leavers Hotel, Creswick
Artists: mama kin spender
Mama Kin Spender is a rattle and hum call across the desert plains. Multi ARIA nominated duo of mischief makers. MKS is (aka Danielle Caruana), a storyteller and dream weaver with a penchant for soul bearing; and Dingo Spender a multi instrumentalist, producer and songwriter.Join MAMA KIN SPENDER as…
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Ashes to Ashes - David Bowie Experience
When: Friday 8 May 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Price: $$45
Artists: Ashes to Ashes
Step into the mesmerizing world of David Bowie with Ashes to Ashes - David Bowie Experience, a world-class tribute show hitting Victoria in 2026! This isn’t just a concert—it’s a thrilling, soul-stirring journey through the groundbreaking five-decade, 27-album career of one of rock’s greatest icons.…
VOLT JOLT POWER DOWN SHOW
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Price: $$24
Artists: Volt Jolt
ONE LAST TIME!Ballarat based punk rock band Volt Jolt will be headlining their final show ever! The last show will be full of all the gritty and energetic that all of their performances that fans know and love!Alongside them, long time friends Orphix and Spill Kit will be supporting. A line up that …
Best hits of the 70s 80s & 90s
When: Friday 8 May 2026 at 10:45pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Vox Ballarat Presents FEMME
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Ballarat Performing Arts Centre, Soldiers Hill
Russ Kellett Live
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Maryborough Highland Society, Maryborough
Live Music at Hop Temple
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 at 9:00pm
Where: Hop Temple, Ballarat Central
AFTER DARK
When: Saturday 9 May 2026 at 11:30pm
Where: Volta, Ballarat
Drag Bingo
When: Thursday 7 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Piano Bar Ballarat, Ballarat Central
Piano by Request
When: Friday 8 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.