Overview

Get in on the big gigs and big names bringing it to Melbourne's stadiums, concert halls, band rooms and amphitheatres.

Major sports stadiums host line-ups year-round: Melbourne Park's Margaret Court Arena and Rod Laver Arena, AAMI Park, and even footy grounds Marvel Stadium and the MCG.

Jump around at stalwart music venue Festival Hall and keep an ear out for folk, country and indie acts at St Kilda's historic Palais Theatre and the city's Forum Theatre.

Look for outdoor and all-ages gigs and summer festivals at iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl, in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

To catch big names in smaller venues, watch for local and international touring acts at dedicated neighbourhood pub band rooms such as the Northcote Social Club and The Corner, and ever-evolving city venue 170 Russell.

Plan ahead: touring acts often sell out quickly, with pre-sales making up the bulk. Watch for ticket release dates, and sign up with major ticketing outlets.

Find a detailed calendar of gigs at beat.com.au or browse our list below.

Can't stop the music

The music industry has faced some big challenges over the last few years with cancellation of tours, events and festivals.

Support the music you love and discover new artists along the way. Buy music online, discover digital downloads, buy merch and book ahead for gigs and performances down the track.

Calendar

February

Simple Minds
13 February 2024
Palais Theatre

Charley Crockett
13 February 2024
Forum Theatre

blink-182
13, 14, 26, 27 & 29 February 2024
Rod Laver Arena

Matchbox Twenty
16 February 2024
Rod Laver Arena

Dinosaur Jr.
16 & 17 February 2024
Northcote Theatre

Taylor Swift
16 & 17 February 2024
MCG

The Butterfly Effect
17 & 18 February 2024
The Forum

Mogwai
19 February 2024
The Forum

P!NK
23 & 24 February, 12 & 13 March 2024
Marvel Stadium

March

The National
5 & 6 March 2024
Sidney Myer Music Bowl

Jonas Brothers
8 & 9 March 2024
Rod Laver Arena

The Human League
9 & 14 March 2024
Palais Theatre

José González
10 & 11 March 2024
Forum Theatre

José Carreras and Plácido Domingo
10 March 2024
Rod Laver Arena

Jessica Mauboy
16 March 2024
Palais Theatre

Wilco
16, 17 & 18 March 2024
Forum Theatre

Maisie Peters
23 March 2024
Margaret Court Arena

ITZY
26 March 2024
Margaret Court Arena

Rickie Lee Jones
26 & 27 March 2024
Northcote Theatre

April

Elvis Costello & The Imposters
4 April 2024
Palais Theatre

Skillet
7 April 2024
Northcote Theatre

Chris Isaak
16 April 2024
Palais Theatre

Dandy Warhols
28 April 2024
Forum Theatre

May

Niall Horan
3 & 4 May 2024
Rod Laver Arena

Dandy Warhols
3 May 2024
Northcote Theatre

Missy Higgins
3, 4 & 5 May 2024
Palais Theatre

Melissa Etheridge
15 May 2024
Forum Theatre

Macklemore
15 May 2024
Rod Laver Arena

July

Midlife
6 July 2024
Northcote Theatre

September

Iron Maiden
6 & 7 September 2024
Rod Laver

Belinda Carlisle
20 & 21 September 2024
Palais Theatre

October

The Kid LAROI
Dates TBC October 2024
AAMI Park

Coldplay
30 & 31 October, 2 & 3 November 2024
Marvel Stadium

November

The The
16 & 17 November 2024
Palais Theatre

James Blunt
24 November 2024
Rod Laver Arena

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