The complete guide to live music in Melbourne this weekend (Thu 29–Sat 31 Oct 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Melbourne for live music this weekend, Thu 29 Oct to Sat 31 Oct 2026. 10 shows across the city.
W.O.M.A.N: A Live Album Experience with FATAI Friends
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Bird's Basement, Melbourne
Artists: W.O.M.A.N, FATAI Friends
Weekly live music guide — free.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 9:00am
Where: Level 1, 206 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Price: $From $43.50
Artists: Smithsonian Starstruck
⭐ Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality adventure that doesn't just show you the universe — it places you inside it. Launching in Melbourne on 3 July, and created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory , the experience takes v…
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 9:00am
Where: Level 1, 206 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Price: $From $46.50
Artists: Machu Picchu
⭐ Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City transports you back 450 years ago to the heart of the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality. You’ll climb the breathtaking peaks of the Andes, wander through the Temple of the Sun, walk the famed terraces, and uncover the secrets of this awe-inspiri…
Marvel Stadium Tour
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 9:00am
Where: Marvel Stadium, Docklands
Artists: Marvel Stadium Tour
Patrons under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times within the Stadium. Patrons under the age of 15 will not be able to participate in the interactive technology experiences without a guardian present.
PETER BAYLOR AND DALE LINDREA // THUR ARVO GIG SERIES
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 1:00pm
Where: Kindred Bandroom, Footscray
Artists: Dale Lindrea, Peter Baylor
Kindred's Thursday afternoon gig series is back! Free live music with a different local artist each week!!This Thursday we're joined by PETER BAYLOR AND DALE LINDREA!Peter Baylor and Dale Lindrea join forces once again to present an afternoon of the blues and other grooves. Long standing members of …
Magic University
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 2:40pm
Where: ESCAPE THIS - Melbourne CBD, 259 Collins St
Price: $From $45.00
Artists: Magic University
Enroll in the Extraordinary Your first day at Magic University takes an unexpected turn when Professor Blackwood vanishes without a trace! Somewhere within the university lies an artefact capable of breaking the magic enchantment that binds him. Guided by Corvus, the professor’s watchful owl familia…
David The Medium's The Way Back Home Tour
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Palais Theatre, St Kilda
Artists: David the Medium
Approximate Running Times: Doors - 5:00pm Start - 6:00pm Finish - 8:15pm Get ready to experience the magic of David The Medium as he connects with Spirit and the Afterlife to pass on messages of validation, guidance, clarity and support to members of the audience at random. This is a special event w…
Fijian Flying Circus Presented by Fiji Airways - Melbourne
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Melbourne Showgrounds, Ascot Vale
Price: $From $45.00
Artists: Fijian Flying Circus Presented by Fiji Airways - Melbourne
⭐ The Fijian Flying Circus presented by Fiji Airways - Australian premiere is a high-energy celebration of Spirit, Culture, and Joy. Created by the internationally renowned Fijian dance tribe VOU ('new’ in the iTaukei language), this dazzling production fuses breathtaking circus with island st…
**FREE ENTRY** Skabhangers (Front Bar)
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Bar Open, Fitzroy
Artists: Skabhangers
** FREE ENTRY // FRONT BAR // 6:30-8:30PM **SKABHANGERS are back again in the front bar of Bar Open, this time for a Thursday evening show! Pop in on your way back home from work, grab a beverage, and enjoy two sets of original songs and tunes influenced by the sound of 1960s ska! Two sets from 6:30…
Winfield Road Experiment Residency
When: Thursday 29 October 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Smith St Hotel, Collingwood
Artists: The Winfield Road Experiment, Jay Jaromre, Lake Minnetonka, Yours Owls
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Melbourne This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.