The complete guide to live music in Bendigo this weekend (Thu 22–Sat 24 Oct 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Bendigo for live music this weekend, Thu 22 Oct to Sat 24 Oct 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Mandisi Dyantyis (South Africa) & Afrospace Interchange
When: Thursday 22 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Theatre Royal Castlemaine, Castlemaine
Price: $$30
Artists: AFROSPACE Interchange, Mandisi Dyantyis
Mandisi Dyantyis is a vocalist, trumpeter and composer whose powerful blend of jazz, soul and South African musical traditions has captivated audiences across the globe. A multi-award-winning artist, Dyantyis has headlined major festivals, sold out every major venue in South Africa, and earned wides…
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Beau
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Belmont Hotel Bendigo, Bendigo
Artists: beau
STIFF GINS
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Theatre Royal Castlemaine, Castlemaine
Price: $$52
Artists: Stiff Gins
Stiff Gins - the acclaimed duo of Wiradjuri/Yorta Yorta woman Kaleena Briggs and Yuwaalaraay woman Nardi Simpson - stand as Australia’s longest-currently-performing all-Indigenous female group. With more than two decades of music-making, they bring audiences a powerful blend of music, culture and la…
To Hell and Back - Meat Loaf Tribute
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo, Bendigo
Artists: To Hell and Back - Meat Loaf Tribute
Experience the ultimate Meat Loaf tribute with To Hell and Back - a powerhouse live show packed with iconic hits, soaring vocals and unforgettable rock energy!
SOUND LIVE pres. Soul Contact + Aisle 27
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: Sound Music Bar, Bendigo
Artists: Soul Contact, Aisle 27
SOUND LIVE presents: Soul Contact + Aisle 27Live & local returns to Sound this October ??Bendigo favourites Soul Contact are joined by emerging local five-piece Aisle 27 for another FREE live music event, followed by DJ Jazz Listener keeping things moving late.Soul Contact bring the energy with thei…
Pinky Beecroft
When: Friday 23 October 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine
Price: $$35
Artists: Pinky Beecroft
Pinky Beecroft, the former front-person of Machine Gun Fellatio and The White Russians, makes a rare visit to Castlemaine to celebrate the release of "Lonesome Wolf," his first full-length album in almost two decades. In his own words: "I'm bringing my new band. We'll be showcasing songs from the ne…
MEG WASHINGTON: The Everything’s Going To Be Fine Tour
When: Saturday 24 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Theatre Royal Castlemaine, Castlemaine
Price: $$55
Artists: MEG WASHINGTON
Meg Washington is a platinum-selling, award-winning, and genre-defying singer-songwriter who fluently weaves the worlds of jazz, pop, folk and musical theatre together. Solo, Meg’s shows are an intimate, captivating spell. Alone at the piano, the soaring melodies and lyrical poetry of her songwritin…
Sound Music Bar Pres. DJ Jazz Listener
When: Saturday 24 October 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Sound Music Bar, Bendigo
Price: $$12
Artists: DJ Jazz Listener
Sound Music Bar Pres. DJ Jazz ListenerSaturday, 24.108PM-3AMFree entry before 10PMSound Music Bar, BendigoBirthday Week?Celebrate your birthday weekend at Sound Music Bar and receive:Free entry for you + 2 mates3x drink cards – on usRegister hereSafe Space PolicySound Music Bar is a place for all to…
To Hell and Back - The Australian Meat Loaf Show
When: Saturday 24 October 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: Maryborough Highland Society, Maryborough
Artists: To Hell and Back
"To Hell and Back" - Australia's Tribute to Meatloaf are the most exciting and musically accurate tribute to Meatloaf in Australia.
The Seven Ups "Flight" Album Launch
When: Saturday 24 October 2026 at 9:00pm
Where: The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine
Price: $$29
Artists: The Seven Ups
The Seven Ups celebrate the release of their sixth studio album, Flight, with a special launch show at The Bridge Hotel, Castlemaine. Blending psychedelic jazz, atmospheric funk, modal grooves and warm vintage synths, the Melbourne instrumental outfit stretches from hypnotic jams to expansive psyche…
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Bendigo This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.