The complete guide to live music in Sydney this weekend (Thu 6–Sat 8 Aug 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Sydney for live music this weekend, Thu 6 Aug to Sat 8 Aug 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Live @ the Pit II | AIM Student Association
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: The Australian Institute of Music, Sydney
Artists: Live @ the Pit II | AIM Student Association
Weekly live music guide — free.
Palace of Dreams Guided Tours
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 10:00am
Where: State Theatre, Sydney, Sydney
Artists: State Theatre Guided Tours
PLEASE NOTE: On rare occasions it may be necessary to cancel State Theatre Venue Tours. On these occasions we will endeavour to re-book your tour for another date while giving you as much notice as possible. The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. - Experience the grandeur of standi…
Live @ The Pit II | AIMFEST
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: The Australian Institute of Music, Sydney
Artists: Live
Live @ The Pit is BACK with some rockin' outfits, Electric Lemons, There Goes Me and Metanoia. ALL FREE!
Live Saxophonist – Every Thursday (Free Entry)
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 5:00pm
Where: Cardea Sydney – Cocktail & Live Music Bar, Barangaroo
Artists: Live Saxophonist – Every Thursday (Free Entry)
No Flowers Mahjong Club #4 at Heaps Normal Health Club
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 6:00pm
Where: Heaps Normal Health Club, Marrickville
Artists: No Flowers Mahjong Club #4 at Heaps Normal Health Club
Tiles, drinks, dumplings, and good company at the Heaps Normal Health Club
THE AUSTRALIAN BEE GEES SHOW - THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: The Regent Theatre, Richmond
Artists: The Australian Bee Gees Show (Touring)
Doors: 6:30 PM Act 1: 7:30 PM Interval: 8:20 PM Act 2: 8:40 PM Finish: 9:30 PM Fresh from celebrating 15 years and over 4500 shows headlining on the Las Vegas strip, The Australian Bee Gees Show will be heading Down Under for the Australian leg of their 30th anniversary tour! This new show will be p…
Charlie Farmer On Tour
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lansdowne Hotel, Sydney
Artists: Charlie Farmer On Tour
Charlie Farmer hits the The Lansdowne Hotel for the opening night of his brand new tour “CHARLIE FARMER ON TOUR”
Lvl 1 - Catherine McQuade's Bossa Noir
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar, Marrickville
Artists: Lvl 1 - Catherine McQuade's Bossa Noir
Latin/jazz rhythms
total tommy presents: ’We Can Rage’ vol 2
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Chippo Hotel, Chippendale
Price: $$29
Artists: total tommy
For one night only, join total tommy and friends for a sweaty night of scussy grunge, alongside some of the country’s most exciting up and coming acts including Stirr, binsad and Cherry Rype.total tommy is quickly cementing herself as one of indie music’s most exciting artists on the rise. Her debut…
Open Mic
When: Thursday 6 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Hornsby Railway Hotel, Hornsby
Artists: Open Mic, 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.