The complete guide to live music in Newcastle this weekend (Thu 28–Sat 30 May 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Newcastle for live music this weekend, Thu 28 May to Sat 30 May 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Bleecker Street Nights Manly presents the Autumn Jam Collective
When: Thursday 28 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: In Situ, Manly
Artists: Bleecker Street Nights Manly presents the Autumn Jam Collective
Bleecker Street Nights Manly Autumn Jam Collective: live, local, and unleashed. Jump in and ride the vibe this night belongs to everyone!
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SPLINTER "The Hill I'll Die On" Vinyl Release Show
When: Thursday 28 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Artists: Splinter
COMPLEXANT - Single Release Party
When: Friday 29 May 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Price: $$20
Artists: Complexant
COMPLEXANT brings together members from across Australia to deliver a vicious blend of Death Metal and Black Metal. Drawing influence from bands such as Behemoth, Suffocation, Emperor, and Devourment, they have been touring nationally since 2022 while steadily building their catalogue with a string …
THE OILS TRIBUTE
When: Friday 29 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: Felons Barrel Music Room, manly
Price: $$40
Artists: The Oils, The Oils Tribute
Get ready for a night of high-energy Oz Rock as The Oils, Australia’s premier Midnight Oil tribute band, hit the stage at Felons Barrel RoomCelebrating the power and the passion of one of the nation’s most iconic bands, The Oils deliver the anthems that defined a generation, performed with raw authe…
Anna Weatherup & Amy Vee "Delusional Album Launch"
When: Friday 29 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Stag & Hunter Hotel, Mayfield
Price: $$34
Artists: Anna Weatherup, Amy Vee
Following the success of two bespoke East Coast tours, Hunter-based singer-songwriters Anna Weatherup and Amy Vee will return in 2026 with a new run of co-headline shows. Centred around Weatherup’s acclaimed new album Delusional, the tour expands their celebrated collaboration to include a few full-…
Roxette X Billy Idol| Tribute Show
When: Saturday 30 May 2026 at 12:00pm
Where: Calmer (Newcastle - Queens Wharf Ferry Terminal), Newcastle
Price: $$38
Artists: Men in Black
?? Rebel & RomanceRoxette x Billy Idol Tribute Show Cruise?? Saturday 30 May 2026 | ?? 12:00pm – 4:00pm??? Aboard MV Calmer | Newcastle HarbourPresented by All Event CruisesGet ready for a huge afternoon of iconic hits, retro energy, and harbour-side party vibes as Roxette meets Billy Idol in one el…
KELI HOLIDAY
When: Saturday 30 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: King Street Band Room, Newcastle
Price: $$57
Artists: Keli Holiday
After a whirlwind start to the year taking out the #2 spot in triple j’s Hottest 100 and returning to the coveted #1 spot on the ARIA Australian Singles Chart with his breakthrough single ‘Dancing2’, Keli Holiday now unveils a complete body of work, his new album Capital Fiction; and is bringing it …
BACK TO THE MAC THE FLEETWOOD MAC EXPERIENCE
When: Saturday 30 May 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Belmont 16s, Belmont
Artists: Back To The Mac
If you love Fleetwood Mac, this is the show that will take your breath awayThe harmonies. The heartbreak. The songs etched into your soul.For one golden Sunday afternoon, step into a dreamscape where love, loss, and melody collide — where Fleetwood Mac lives again through soaring voices, velvet harm…
Chase the Sun w/ Corey Legge
When: Saturday 30 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Stag & Hunter Hotel, Mayfield
Price: $$39
Artists: Chase the Sun, Corey Legge
Sydney’s kings of epic blues-rock shred Chase The Sun have become somewhat of a cult band of late, with their powerhouse live show becoming harder and harder to find in recent years - the boys in the band opting to become spectators in the race for fame and fortune.Guitarist Jan Rynsaardt is recogni…
SMACKED YOUTH
When: Saturday 30 May 2026 at 8:00pm
Where: The Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington
Artists: Smacked Youth
Before heading to North America for their NXNE 2026 festival appearance and first Canadian tour, Newcastle punk outfit Smacked Youth will play an intimate hometown show at The Hamo Bandroom.With capacity capped at just 100 people, this will be a rare chance to catch the band up close before they tak…
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Newcastle This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.