The complete guide to live music in Canberra this weekend (Thu 30–Sat 2 May 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Canberra for live music this weekend, Thu 30 Apr to Sat 2 May 2026. 10 shows across the city.
EVERGREY 2026 AUSTRALIAN TOUR
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Baso, Belconnen
Price: $$73
Artists: Evergrey
EVERGREY RETURN TO AUSTRALIA IN 2026! After nearly two decades, Sweden’s legendary progressive metal band EVERGREY is set to return to Australia for their first tour since 2007 (19 Years) in April/May 2026 Fans in Perth, Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane will have the opportunity to experien…
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Playlunch Sex Ed Regional Tour | CANBERRA
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: UC Refectory, Bruce
Artists: Playlunch
Melbourne bogan-funk favourites Playlunch are bringing their high-energy live show across Australia for the Sex Ed Regional Tour, a massive 29-date run from December 2025 to May 2026. Kicking off with a sold-out show in ...
Playlunch Sex Ed Regional Tour | CANBERRA
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Exhibition Park In Canberra, Mitchell
Price: $$44
Artists: Playlunch
Mojo Risin' - The L.A Woman Tour
When: Friday 1 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Baso, Belconnen
Price: $$44
Artists: Mojo Risin
On April 19th, 1971, The Doors released “L.A. Woman,” their last studio album with Jim Morrison. Two months later, Morrison passed away in Paris. The band had planned a future tour with bassist Jerry Scheff, but it never happened. Mojo Risin The Doors Experience brings you the The L.A Woman Tour. Th…
INTO THE DARK - Emo Night
When: Friday 1 May 2026 at 9:30pm
Where: Mooseheads Pub & Nightclub, Canberra City
Artists: INTO THE DARK - Emo Night
You thought it was just a phase… we’re proving you wrong.
PLUMP DJS 'A Plump Night Out' 25th Anniversary Tour
When: Saturday 2 May 2026 at 12:00pm
Where: Hopscotch Bar, Braddon
Artists: PLUMP DJS 'A Plump Night Out' 25th Anniversary Tour
Celebrating 25 years of the album that defined breakbeat — Plump DJs return to Canberra for a special A Plump Night Out anniversary session at Friction Presents.
DREAMS - Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show
When: Saturday 2 May 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: The Baso, Belconnen
Price: $$41
Artists: Dreams
In 2016, DREAMS was born from a simple love of the music of Fleetwood Mac. From the very beginning, the vision was clear —to take the magic of Fleetwood Mac's music to regional communities, delivering exceptional live performances to audiences who might not otherwise get the chance to experience out…
Canberra International Music Festival: Wagner Lieder
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Wesley Music Centre, Forrest
Canberra International Music Festival: Inheritance and Invention
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Wesley Music Centre, Forrest
Canberra International Music Festival: Gassenhauer
When: Thursday 30 April 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Wesley Music Centre, Forrest
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Canberra This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.