The complete guide to live music in Sydney this weekend (Thu 20–Sat 22 Aug 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Sydney for live music this weekend, Thu 20 Aug to Sat 22 Aug 2026. 10 shows across the city.
THE VEILS (NZ)
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: 31-33 Oxford Street, Surry Hills NSW, Australia, Surry Hills
Artists: The Veils
Weekly live music guide — free.
August Daytime Variety Show
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Liverpool Catholic Club, Prestons
Artists: August Daytime Variety Show
La Stupenda: A Joan Sutherland Celebration
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Artists: Joan Sutherland, Opera Australia
Celebration of Joan Sutherland's performances. Also performing 22 Aug
St Aloysius Junior School Gala Concert
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: The Concourse, Chatswood
Artists: St Aloysius Junior School
AIM at the Chippo: Like a Version | AIMFEST
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: The Chippo Hotel, Chippendale
Artists: AIM at the Chippo: Like a Version
The Australian Institute of Music present an evening in the style of Triple J's popular, Like a Version
Live Saxophonist – Every Thursday (Free Entry)
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: Cardea Sydney – Cocktail & Live Music Bar, Barangaroo
Artists: Live Saxophonist – Every Thursday (Free Entry)
Acoustic set with Roy Valentine and Matt Haviland
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: The Eveleigh, Redfern
Artists: Roy Valentine, Matt Haviland
Lucky Cat Comedy - Thursdays
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lucky Cat, Dumpling Bar & Lounge, Darlinghurst
Price: $From $25.00
Artists: Lucky Cat Comedy - Thursdays
⭐ Lucky Cat Comedy lights up Thursday with sharp stand-up, cold drinks and Oxford Street energy. Settle in for a Darlinghurst night that starts easy and builds laugh by laugh. Highlights ✨ Enjoy top-tier stand-up every Thursday in Darlinghurst’s buzzing comedy room 🍹 Pair the laughs with dinner and …
Pamela. – “IT’S NICE TO SEE YOU HERE” Tour
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
Artists: Pamela. – “IT’S NICE TO SEE YOU HERE” Tour, Pamela
Umbra Moon Sydney Show
When: Thursday 20 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar, Marrickville
Artists: Umbra Moon Sydney Show
Alternative pop and electric violin
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Sydney This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.