The complete guide to live music in Sydney this weekend (Thu 14–Sat 16 May 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Sydney for live music this weekend, Thu 14 May to Sat 16 May 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Live At The Diner pres. Open Mic Singer Songwriters
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: The Soda Factory, Surry Hills
Artists: Live
Weekly live music guide — free.
LOATHE
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Metro Theatre, Sydney
Artists: Loathe
The Waterboys with Special Guest Ella Hooper
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at Time TBA
Where: State Theatre, Sydney, Sydney
Artists: The Waterboys
Music House! Music for Babies and Toddlers
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 1:00pm
Where: Clive James Library, Kogarah, Kogarah
Artists: Music House! Music for Babies and Toddlers
A shared musical experience for parents, babies and toddlers! Make your home a Music House!
Great Southern Nights at ArtHouse Hotel
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: ArtHouse Hotel, Sydney
Artists: Great Southern Nights at ArtHouse Hotel
Great Southern Nights 2026 takes place from 1st Of May - 17th Of May featuring 300+ gigs across Sydney and New South Wales. Featuring Ama
Tatts Folk and Roots with Kerry B Ryan and Hope River Band
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Tattersalls Bowling and Recreation Club
Artists: Tatts Folk and Roots
Perth Folk and Roots Club is back in central Perth at the Perth Bowling Club for the Tatts Folk and Roots series on Thursday 14th May 2026 supported by Perth Bowling Club. Perth Folk and Roots Club is also working with ...
Maggie Lindemann 'I Feel Everything' Australian Tour 2026
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: The Roundhouse UNSW, Kensington
Price: $$78 - $191
Artists: Maggie Lindemann
Lvl 1 - DJ Nothing - Vinyl Night + Midweek Mischief
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar, Marrickville
Artists: Lvl 1 - DJ Nothing - Vinyl Night, Midweek Mischief
Lazybones' own DJ Nothing presents some of his favourite records
Kathleen Halloran
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Vanguard, Newtown
Price: $$30 - $170
Artists: Kathleen Halloran
Open Mic Night
When: Thursday 14 May 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Hornsby Railway Hotel, Hornsby
Artists: Open mic night
Test your music against a live audience! Open mic nights in Sydney let you showcase your talent with the support of other musicians and a flowing bar. Ride the buzz of Sydney's venues with an audience ready and warmed ...
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Sydney This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.