The complete guide to live music in Newcastle this weekend (Thu 16–Sat 18 Jul 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Newcastle for live music this weekend, Thu 16 Jul to Sat 18 Jul 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Jeremy Borthwick House Band
When: Thursday 16 July 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Underground, Newcastle
Artists: Jeremy Borthwick
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Bluesadelic
When: Thursday 16 July 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Artists: Bluesadelic
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Adamstown Uniting Church, Adamstown
Price: $From $41.00
Artists: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Newcastle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi Four Seasons at Adamstown Uniting Church under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is a tr…
Russian Novel w/ The Loom of Time, EXYLE & Shape of Harm
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: King Street Warehouse, Newcastle
Price: $$19
Artists: Russian Novel
Bringing the heat to King Street, Newcastle's Premier Progressive Metal Outfit RUSSIAN NOVEL are joined by veterans THE LOOM OF TIME, alongside up-and-comers EXYLE, as well as the debut show of new kids on the block SHAPE OF HARM.Come experience Newcastle's Metal scene in full-force at King Street H…
The Fairy's Kiss - Leila Josefowicz John Novacek
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Civic Theatre Newcastle, Newcastle
Artists: Leila Josefowicz, John Novacek
Jono B. Smith w/ Ella Day
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Stag & Hunter Hotel, Mayfield
Price: $$17
Artists: Jono B. Smith
Newcastle’s Jono B Smith is a songwriter of rare quality - a multi-instrumentalist who toggles effortlessly between soulful life commentaries and sordid, frivolous ditties. Often described as the best thing since eggs on toast, Jono is a fixture of the Australian touring circuit. When he isn’t front…
Sam Collins Band
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Artists: Sam Collins Band
Sam Collins is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter based in Mulubinba/Newcastle, known for his versatility, instinctive musicianship, and ability to adapt to any stage he steps onto.Whether performing solo, as part of a stripped-back duo, or fronting a full band, Sam brings a dynamic and emotiona…
Astrodeath + Flaming Wrekage
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Price: $$33
Artists: Flaming Wrekage, Astrodeath
Two of Australia’s most uncompromising metal exports, Astrodeath and Flaming Wrekage join forces for a blistering co-headline tour.Astrodeath continue to cement their reputation as one of Australia’s premier stoner doom acts. Known for their crushing riffs, fuzz-drenched tone, and thunderous live pr…
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: Adamstown Uniting Church, Adamstown
Price: $From $39.00
Artists: Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay, Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay, Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Newcastle. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay at Adamstown Uniting Church under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is…
Lucas Menzies – Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar
When: Friday 17 July 2026 at 9:00pm
Where: Belmont 16s, Belmont
Artists: Lucas Menzies
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Newcastle This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.