Events

Bob Fest

Friday 13 September-

Celebrating Father Bob’s 90th Birthday with a BIG fundraiser.

All ticket sales go back to Father Bobs’ Foundation to continue his legacy and the work he was so passionate about.

Friday 13 September

Bob’s Basement
The Espy Basement
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Party on Friday 13th with Black Market Bear, Dead Rodeo and WACO Social Club.
Tix

Saturday 14 September

STEAM for Kids
St Kilda Sports Club
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Bring the kids down to the St Kilda Sports Club to have some FREE fun with STEAM activities.
Tix

All About Bob Panel Discussion
The Espy Gershwin Room
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join host John Safran for a lively conversation about Father Bob, the Larrikin Priest. Panelists include Sue Williams, Seb Costello, Adam Ferrier and Adrian Kinderis.
Tix

Bob’s Birthday Bash
The Espy Gershwin Room
2:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Father Bob’s big music birthday bash with the best. Rock on with Dead Amigos, Fred Negro 3182, Kim Voltman and The Whiskey Priests and headliners The Johnnys.
Tix

In Bob We Trust Screening
St Kilda Sports Club (map)
3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
For one afternoon only watch the documentary about Father Bob Maguire. Meet Director Lyne-Maree plus Richard and Andrew from Ghost Productions for a pre-screening Q&A.
Tix

Sunday 15 September

Bob’s Comedy Wiz
The George Lane Bar
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join Brian Nankervis for a mini Rock Wiz followed by five comedians doing a 10-minute show each.
Tix

Frankalina’s Dog Parade
Peanut Farm Reserve
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
This is THE dog parade of all dog parades, dress your pooch in their Sunday best to win prizes.
Tix

All In It Together Community Meal
Peanut Farm Reserve
6:00 pm 8:00 pm
Join the Bob Squad for one night only and share a meal with those in need. Mc’d by Marty Fields, this family fun event features roving entertainment and an Opera Singer.
Tix

Fitzroy Street precinct,

The Music and the Stories of The Traveling Wilburys

Friday 13 September

The Wilbury Legends crank out the Wilbury magic with style.

The Legends are fronted by Field, See & Mason, an awesome vocal trio with a long list of credits.

They are supported by a stellar band consisting of Angus Burchall, Paul Cartwright and John Grant.

 

$65.00/55.00/$45.00+bf Online

Memo, 88 Acland Street

Gin Festival

Friday 13 September-

The name says it all. Gin, gin and more gin.

Saturday already sold out.

Taxi!

$50+

St Kilda Town Hall, 99A Carlisle St

Urzila Carlson

Friday 13 September-

Friday, Saturday

Urzila is now a three-time winner of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s People’s Choice Award for most tickets sold at the Festival.

Three shows:
FRI 13 & SAT 14 SEPTEMBER
6.30 pm
SAT 14 SEPTMBER
8.30 pm

 

$71

Palais, Lower Esplanade

Sarah Carroll & The Big Fuss (Album Launch)

Friday 13 September

Sarah Carroll and her fabulous band The Big Fuss are coming to town to launch her new album NQR&B!

Selling fast

George Lane, 1 George Lane

Timbersports

Saturday 14 September

Pro Timber Sports comes to South Beach.

Their slogan is ‘Kiss my axe”.

South Beach, 26 Jacka Blvd

Grand Wazoo – Springtime Soul Spectacular

Saturday 14 September

The mighty 13-piece soul kings, Grand WaZoo. present a dynamic and engaging Springtime Soul Spectacular  featuring timeless music from the 60s-70s golden era of soul, with band tunes added to the mix.

$55+bf Online

Memo, 88 Acland Street

Charlie Marshall & Louie Marshall – A Family Affair

Saturday 14 September

“After establishing themselves on the live scene earlier this year Family Affair featuring Charlie and Louie Marshall have been busy recording their debut album in recent months and lauch the first single “We Connect” with a special matinee show at George Lane.”

George Lane, 1 George Lane

Blue Windows + Cate Taylor + Scott Candlish

Saturday 14 September

Blue Windows, an enchanting blend of contemporary folk-infused melodies, invites listeners on a captivating journey through heartwarming narratives with a hint of country and folk-pop.​ Also playing on the night are Scott Candlish and Cate Taylor.

George Lane, 1 George Lane

Murrays Bay Country Club

Sunday 15 September

“This quartet of talent brings together their passion for storytelling and performing, creating a high energy experience that transcends genres.”
Or as their Facebook pages says:
“How Much Beef Could Electric Creek Beef If Electric Creek Could Creek Beef?”

Joined by Special guest Guitarist
The ‘Reverend’ Diamond Dan!!!

Free

St Kilda Sports Club, 66 Fitzroy St

Peace Festival

Sunday 15 September

2024 Peace Festival.- ‘Healing the Community’, celebrating International Day of Peace. This event will showcase digital community art installations, performances, presentations and workshops aimed at promoting world peace and community healing.

Including ….

Building on last year’s Award Nominated Synth-pop shows as presented at Newcastle, Sydney, Melbourne & Adelaide Fringes, Melbourne-based award-winning(1) fringe performer Madam Nightingale (lyricist/vocalist Phaedra Gunn) – with special guest Aj’Zho – is delighted to be bringing her soulful Synth-pop sounds to Peace Festival 2024.

Presented as a music & interpretive dance performance that will include upcoming single ‘Into The Dark’ and prize winning(2) 2023 debut single ‘Dance With Me’. A not to be missed cameo perfectly peaceful experience.

Free

Victorian Pride Centre, 79-81 Fitzroy Street | Monday to Friday – 9am to 6pm | Saturday & Sunday – 10am to 6pm

Elwood Ward candidates forum

Sunday 15 September

Find out about your local ward candidates in the October postal vote.

All candidates invited.

Check your ward – see ward map

All welcome. Bring a friend or neighbour

Free

Elwood Neighbourhood House (ESNLC), 87 Tennyson St, Elwood; Mon – Thu 9.15 am – 4.30 pm

RAWKUS Live (All Ages Event)

Sunday 15 September

RAWKUS Live is co-presented by the Unsigned FReeZA Committee and Rock Academy Australia.

With Goodbye Butterfly, The Ivy Walkers, Erica Avenue, Remy Sayers & Sage Maree

Please note this is a drug, alcohol, vape and smoke free all-ages event.

$10.50

Espy Basement, 11 The Esplanade

Luke & Sassy Scott

Sunday 15 September

Luke and Sassy Scott Live is a nostalgic deep dive into Luke and Scott’s journey from humble beginnings to social media stardom, taking audiences through their youth as two rapscallion brothers hooning around the streets of Mill Park in Melbourne’s north-east, all the way to the manicured streets of the upper-class suburb of Brighton.

$79.90

Palais, Lower Esplanade

Icecream Hands + Fountain Lakes

Sunday 15 September

Icecream Hands will emerge from the cold snap with a spring in their step for an afternoon extravaganza at George Lane.

George Lane, 1 George Lane

Luoda

Sunday 15 September

LUODA’s songs are a powerhouse infusion of sophisticated pop/rock, RnB and jazz-influenced music, performed by some of Australia’s finest industry heavyweight musicians.
Now with Nina Ferro.

Afternoon delight

$40/35/30+bf

Memo, 88 Acland Street

My Brother, My Brother, My Brother

Wednesday 18 September-

Michael Gray Griffith, the Writer of the play Marooned and The Magnolia Tree has a new play, aimed at young men.

The play is very funny, tense, and full of colourful language, but it is also full of courage and mateship, as these three young men work together to celebrate the forgotten beauty of masculinity.

$50.10

Alex Theatre, 1/135 Fitzroy Street

Around the World in One Night – A Global Gastronomic Adventure

Wednesday 18 September

Around the World in One Night is an epic restaurant crawl across 17  restaurants and their cuisines.

Tasters are only $5 (plus booking fee). Plus, there will also be musical entertainment on the street, playing the tune to your food adventure!

Tasters are only $5 (plus booking fee).

$5+

Fitzroy Street precinct,

South Melbourne Ward Candidates Forum

Thursday 19 September

Find out about the candidates in the local Council postal election in October.

All candidates invited

All welcome, bring a friend or neighbour

Free

South Melbourne Community Centre, Corner of Park Street and Ferrars Place, Entry from Ferrars Place, South Melbourne

Des Cortez “Little Giants” EP Tour

Friday 20 September

Triple J Unearthed says
“Three best friends growing up around the city of Melbourne, hazy indie outfit Des Cortez are next up to be Victoria’s no.1 musical export.”

$15.85

The Espy, 11 The Esplanade

Discover the Art of Mizuhiki: Knotted Earrings

Saturday 21 September

An enchanting workshop where you’ll learn the traditional Japanese art of Mizuhiki, with Japanese artisan Anna Konecny.

Gain hands-on experience and learn from practical demonstrations on how to craft a pair of knotted earrings, using colourful and unique Japanese paper cords. All materials provided.

$75

Space2b Social Design, 144 Chapel Street. Tue – Fri 10 am – 5 pm; Sat 10 am – 2 pm; closed Sun & Mon

Shaun Kirk

Saturday 21 September

Festival favourite, ideal for the cosy Ember Lounge.

$35/25+bf Online

The Ember Lounge, 88 Acland Street

Hank Williams – 101st Anniversary

Sunday 22 September

On the year of Hank’s 101st birthday,  celebrate Hank’s extensive catalogue of Country and Western tunes with Chris Jacobs (vocals), Peter Baylor (guitar), Pete Fidler (steel guitar) and Mike St Clair Miller (bass)

George Lane, 1 George Lane

Charlie Musselwhite (USA)

Sunday 22 September

Grammy-Award winning bluesman Musselwhite will be bringing his excellent touring band with him for the Australia tour – Kid Andersen on Guitar, June Core on Drums and Randy Bermudes on Bass.

$110/95+bf Online

Memo, 88 Acland Street

Garry Sandhu & Pranjal Dhaiya

Sunday 22 September

Gurmukh Singh “Garry” Sandhu, is an Indian singer, songwriter and actor known for his work in Punjabi music.

Pranjal Dahiya is an Indian actress/model coming along with Garry Sandhu to perform live.

$65

Palais, Lower Esplanade

The Tonalists

Sunday 22 September

Soul Blues trio feat. Hammond Organ, Guitar, Lap Steel, Piano over swamp boogie Memphis soul beats!

Free

St Kilda Sports Club, 66 Fitzroy St

Coming home: Suzie Miller in St Kilda.

Monday 23 September

Suzie Miller, whose play Prima Facie became a global sensation, is coming home to St Kilda to speak at an event organised by the St Kilda Historical Society.

Miller will talk about her glittering career and the joys and challenges of growing up in St Kilda with local journalist and filmmaker, Marianne Latham. Her mother, Elaine Miller, famously became the first woman mayor on St Kilda Council in 1982.

$20

Alex Theatre, 1/135 Fitzroy Street

Shaping the Future of Arts in Port Phillip: A Forum with Council Candidates

Monday 23 September

The City of Port Phillip Arts Collective (COPPAC) invites you for an important forum where the candidates for the upcoming City of Port Phillip Council elections will share their vision and commitment to the arts.

This event offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from those who could shape the future of our local arts organisations and influence the allocation of arts funding. Your presence is vital as we advocate for a thriving arts community in Port Phillip. Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and engage with the candidates on how they plan to support and sustain our creative sector.

Please register by 20 September

Free

National, 20 Carlisle Street

Beaded Affirmation Bracelets Children’s Workshop

Tuesday 24 September

This school holidays, come and learn the art of creating a beaded bracelet/s with jewellery designer Victoria Minani. Create positive word jewellery through beading, learning different colour combinations and designs.

Have some fun with Victoria at Space2b this school holidays and leave the session feeling positive and happy! They might like to gift their creations to loved ones or teachers – to share a positive message far and wide.

10 to 16 years

$35

Space2b Social Design, 144 Chapel Street. Tue – Fri 10 am – 5 pm; Sat 10 am – 2 pm; closed Sun & Mon

World Series Barefoot Bowls

Wednesday 25 September

Wednesday

This is a 5-week tournament for new bowlers.
You can form a Triples team (max one Pennant player) & play with our new coloured bowls!

BBQ & Learn to Bowl Wed Sep 25
All games start at 6.30 pm
Snack Platter provided
Prize money
$75 entry fee per team

Enquiries & Registration: 0411 413 617
worldseriesbarefootbowls@outlook.com

$75 per team

St Kilda Sports Club, 66 Fitzroy St

No Pressure Book Club

Wednesday 25 September

Come along and share your thoughts at the No Pressure Book Club!  With no set texts, you can simply turn up, meet fellow readers, and dive into discussions about any book that catches your interest.

Discover new authors, connect with others, and enjoy the love of reading together.

Last Wednesday of every month

Free

St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle St (opposite Town Hall)

Climate Cafe

Thursday 26 September

The climate cafe is a small group gathering place where safe and supportive connections are made through sharing our big feelings about the Climate Crisis, facilitated by Carol Ann Allen.

Free

EcoCentre, EcoCentre @ Cora Graves, 38 Blessington St.

Yacht Rock Revival

Friday 27 September

Yacht Rock Revival is the ultimate tribute to the classics you know and love. With impeccable musicianship and a commitment to authenticity, we’ll transport you back to an era of breezy melodies and endless summers.

$38.25

The Espy, 11 The Esplanade

Comedy Gold

Friday 27 September

Rove Mcmanus, Ivan Aristeguieta and Kelsey De Alemeida performing “Up Close and Personal”
in their intimate 50-seat black box theatre.

$20+

National, 20 Carlisle Street

Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers

Friday 27 September

“A celebrated guitar virtuoso backed up by an all-star band, Geoff Achison & The Souldiggers invoke the spirit of classic Blues and funky Soul to create superb and exciting original music.”

George Lane, 1 George Lane

The Reflex, The Australian Duran Duran Experience

Friday 27 September

The Reflex, The Australian Duran Duran Experience, authentically recreates the music of Duran Duran.

$42.00/32.00+bf Online

Memo, 88 Acland Street

No Sleep Til Texas

Sunday 29 September

Paying homage to their own heroes, the likes of Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Doug Sahm, Dwight Yoakam and Willie Nelson, this Melbourne outfit are throwbacks to when country music was exactly that.

Free

Espy Basement, 11 The Esplanade

Come From Away

Friday 11 October-

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story.
CLOC Musical Theatre is thrilled to present the Australian Non-Professional Premiere Production.

The show that has captured hearts world-wide shares the ‘other story’ of 9/11 following the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world grounded and cared for by a small Newfoundland community, who took these ‘come from aways’ into their homes and their lives.

Some weekend matinees

$62/$57

National, 20 Carlisle Street

Indian Art Exhibition – Nature’s Glory

Tuesday 3 September-

Space2b and Indian Australian Artists Inc (IAA) are holding an art exhibition glorifying the natural beauty of Mother Earth. Seven exhibiting artists have creatively embraced nature for this glorious Spring floral display

Exhibition Opening will be held at Space2b on Friday 13 September from 6pm – 7.30pm

Free

Space2b Social Design, 144 Chapel Street. Tue – Fri 10 am – 5 pm; Sat 10 am – 2 pm; closed Sun & Mon

Iphigenia in Splott

Tuesday 3 September-

“She’s BACK. After winning THREE Green Room awards in 2022 for Outstanding Production, Outstanding Direction, and Outstanding Performance, our incendiary production of Iphigenia in Splott by Gary Owen roars back onto the Red Stitch stage.”

“Starring the incredible Jessica Clarke and directed by Gary Abrahams, don’t miss our remount of what Timeout called “an unmissable moment of Melbourne theatre”.

Performance starting times vary – Wed – 6.30pm
Thur – Sat 7.30pm
Sun – 6.30pm
Sat Matinee 14th Sept – 2pm

$68/$48

Red Stitch, Rear 2 Chapel Street (opposite the Astor)

Theatrical presents A Chorus Line

Saturday 7 September-

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

The Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize winning musical capturing the spirit and tension of Broadway.

Memorable musical numbers include What I Did for Love, One, I Can Do That, At the Ballet, The Music and the Mirror, and I Hope I Get It. A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance, and compellingly authentic drama.

Some matinees 1.30 pm

$79

National, 20 Carlisle Street

Sol Lolicato ‘Precious Icons’

Friday 16 August-

An exhibition by local artist Sol Lolicato.

Opening event:
Friday 23 August, 6 pm – 8 pm

Free

Neighbours Cafe, Cnr Inkerman and Chapel

EHAG Annual Art Exhibition

Tuesday 3 September-

EHAG are a vibrant, diverse group of people from many walks of life, who get together each week to paint, with a tutor, at the Sol Green Community Centre.

Open daily from 10 am – 5 pm

They each use their own choice of medium, and explore  our art in multitudinous ways, according to mood and season of the year.

Opening event:
Tuesday 3 September, 6 pm to 8 pm

Gasworks Arts Park, 21 Graham Street, Albert Park

Aidan Gageler > The Giver

Thursday 22 August-

Aidan Gageler employs analogue processes to produce abstract photographs, allowing traditional substrates and exhausted chemistry to lend their quirks and failures to each image.

Made without a camera, these works avoid being read as pictures or symbols. Instead, they offer the possibility of experience and feeling,, affordances commonly offered by music, but rarely visual art.

Opening event:
Thursday 22 August 2024, 6 pm to 8 pm
RSVP

Not wheelchair accessible

Free

Linden Projects Space, 26 Acland Street. Tuesday to Sunday 11 am – 4 pm, Closed Mondays & Public Holidays

I Could Have Danced All Night

Tuesday 13 August-

I Could Have Danced All Night is a deeply personal exhibition inspired by Danielle Brustman’s grandmothers, Marta and Dora; it is a timely exploration of themes such as legacy, identity and the power of objects to hold and share stories.

The centrepiece comprises two intricately designed boxes – one a music box and the other part-jewellery, part-memory box. These objects encapsulate detailed and personalised memories of Danielle’s matriarchal figures.
Read TWiSK How St Kilda Shaped Me story on Danielle

$20/$16 with museum entry

Jewish Museum, 26 Alma Rd; Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm Sunday 10 am – 5 pm

HerStory

Friday 26 July-

A celebration of women’s stories and achievements.

The HerStory exhibition dives into stories through images, artworks and objects provided courtesy of their families, the City of Port Phillip Collection and local historical societies.

Free

Carlisle Street Arts Space, St Kilda Town Hall – 99A Carlisle Street; 8.30 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday (closed on public holidays)