The complete guide to live music in Wollongong this weekend (Thu 13–Sat 15 Aug 2026). 10 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Wollongong for live music this weekend, Thu 13 Aug to Sat 15 Aug 2026. 10 shows across the city.
Joker Jackpot // La La La's Wollongong
When: Thursday 13 August 2026 at 4:00pm
Where: La La La's, Wollongong
Artists: Yours Owls, La La La's
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Charlie Ivan Band
When: Thursday 13 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: Franks Wild Years, Thirroul
Artists: Charlie Ivan Band
Dirty Suits - 'Reach into the Sun' Tour w/ Bull Rush // Sam Vukelic
When: Thursday 13 August 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: La La La's, Wollongong
Artists: La La La's, Yours Owls, Bull Rush, Dirty Suits, Sam Vukelic
The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Anita's Theatre, Thirroul
Artists: Melinda Schneider
Dirty Deeds
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at Time TBA
Where: Dicey Riley's, Wollongong
Artists: Dirty Deeds
Earl Gray 'Society Strays' EP Tour: The Afterparty w/ Hot Pursuit // The Kilbeys // Silvia Lane
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: La La La's, Wollongong
Artists: La La La's, Earl Gray, Hot Pursuit, Yours Owls, The Kilbeys, Silvia Lane
Wakakirri 2026
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 7:15pm
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
Artists: Wakakirri
Please Note: Impeded View Seats: These seats may have a partially restricted view of some areas of the performance due to venue infrastructure. Approximate Running Times: Doors: 6:15PM Start: 7:15PM Finish: 9:00PM Wakakirri is a nationwide initiative for Australian schools that provides a platform f…
The Way We Were starring Melinda Schneider
When: Friday 14 August 2026 at 7:30pm
Where: Anita's Theatre, Thirroul
Artists: Melinda Schneider
Approximate Running Times: Doors - 7:00pm Act 1 - 7:30pm Interval - 8:20pm Act 2 - 8:40pm Finish - 9:40pm
Race Day - Saturday 15th August 2026
When: Saturday 15 August 2026 at 11:00am
Where: Kembla Grange Racecourse, Kembla Grange
Artists: Illawarra Turf Club
Spend the day trackside at Kembla Grange Racecourse!
Top Dog Film Festival 2026
When: Saturday 15 August 2026 at 2:00pm
Where: Anita's Theatre, Thirroul
Artists: Adventure Reels
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For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Wollongong This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.