Events

Vivien Anderson Gallery is proud to present two powerful solo exhibitions: Life on the River by the celebrated Kaantju/Umpila multidisciplinary artist Naomi Hobson, and Mamu: My Story by respected senior Minyma (law woman), Ngangkari (traditional healer), and community leader from the Anangu Pitanjtantjara Yankunytjatjara Lands, Angela Watson. 

Mark Steiner (and His Problems) is a well-known figure in Oslo’s music underworld, and he’s been around in Norway for so long that many assume that he is Norwegian. He is not. This ex-New Yorker is a wandering scoundrel who one might find hanging out in the shadowy corners of a pub at closing time – whether the nearest street sign reads New York, Oslo, Paris, Berlin, Lisbon or Melbourne.

Join the extraordinary Tarryn Stokes for an enchanting evening of Celine Dion’s greatest hits, performed by candlelight in an intimate, atmospheric setting.

A Free 3-Day Celebration of Live Music in Balaclava featuring performances across 8 venues, including the much-anticipated Duke Street Picnic Party at St Kilda Library and the festival’s epic Sunday Session.

Hot off the announcement of their extremely limited, vinyl collector’s set, Hoodoo Gurus have today announced a national tour celebrating 40 years since they released Stoneage Romeos.

8 Ball Aitken has toured the world for more than a decade performing his swampy blues-rock across twenty countries to date. He’s earned a loyal fanbase from his live shows and internet videos, while paying his dues as a singer, songwriter, slide guitarist, and producer.

“After selling out their Northside launch show, the Sacred Cowboys have been lured to the birthplace of Melbourne dark and dirty rock, St Kilda.”

2024 marks the eagerly anticipated release of Troy’s latest studio album “Between the Fires.”

Gasworks outdoor painting event is back.
Paint or sketch over four hectares of parkland including the fabulous new playground area. Choose a site in the park that inspires you to create artwork based on what you see or what you feel. This is an En Plein Air (painting in the fresh air) event for professional & amateur artists, arty people and nature lovers.

This is The Well’s first market and it’s a fundraiser and a non-alcoholic event.  They’ve got 5 artists, jewellery makers and a variety of food stalls, plus their very own selling a variety of items including wooden planter boxes made through our upcycling program.

Paulo Almeida, front man for Dili Allstars, Sol Nation and Mystic Trio has embarked  on a solo project and is releasing his third single, ‘Stay A While’. Staying true to his island roots, this new track sets a scene for lover’s reggae, vibing with lyrics sung in both English and Tetum (Timor Leste), Paulo’s native language.

Legendary, Australian country rock band Stars return featuring original singer Mick Pealing, Paradise era bassist Roger McLachlan, Nick Charles on guitar, Geoff Achison on guitar, Ed Bates on pedal steel and Erik Chess on drums.

The Golden Gaytimes with Dave and Viv

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, join us in this safe space, where we will hear from men who have changed their violent and abusive behaviour, with the aim of understanding their lived experience and encouraging other men to seek help.

GRAMMY award-winning artist St. Vincent

Blues Music Victoria Inc presents the 5th annual Blues Music Hall of Fame (2024)

Cath Rutten is a singer/songwriter from Warrandyte, Naarm/Melbourne Australia. She has played some of Australia’s best known festivals including Lost Lands, Splendour in the Grass and Woodford Folk Festival.

The November / December tour will treat fans with a selection of songs from the band’s first four albums – ‘Of Skins & Heart’, ‘The Blurred Crusade’, ‘Séance’, and ‘Heyday’.  Collectively, these albums spawned some of the bands biggest hits including ‘The Unguarded Moment’ and ‘Almost With You’ & ‘Electric Lash’ which have become staples on radio playlists globally.

Local artist Konrad Winkler shares stories that accompany the photos in his new photography book – a memoir and time capsule of the Northern Territory fifty years ago.

The RocKwiz gang are back on buses, trains, planes, and automobiles and coming to a theatre near you. Julia, Brian, Dugald and the ever-expanding RocKwiz OrKestra will be revelling in the chaos and quizzery that is RocKwiz LIVE.

Blackbirds FC return to George Lane to launch their new single What’s The Half Life Of Loving You? in their final Melbourne show for 2024.

Lose the paper and embrace the tradition of Furoshiki with Maoko Caroll.

Join an exciting evening of frog spotting and ecological exploration at Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve.

Brothers Mick and Phil Moriarty founded The Gadflys in 1982 and over 30 plus years, various incarnations of the band have released five critically acclaimed albums, served 3 years as musical anchors on ABC TV’s Good News Week with Paul McDermott and gathered a devoted following of fans in Australia and on the summer festival circuit in Europe and the UK.

“As John slows down from the demands of touring and performs at fewer venues around the country, don’t miss this opportunity to see him, accompanied by his full band.”

Take a journey through the life of the Beatles and a tip of the hat to the Fab Four’s Solo careers.

The Smashing Pumpkins frontman BILLY CORGAN

From performing as an acoustic punk band on the streets of Wisconsin, inspired by Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps and The Velvet Underground, VIOLENT FEMMES would go on to themselves inspire the likes of a wide array of artists, including Pink, John Cusack, Mark Morris, The Smiths, The Pixies and countless others.

Richard Marx is a prolific singer, songwriter and producer whose career spans four decades and boasts an extensive list of accolades.

Regular festival of community inspired Christmas Trees.
All welcome
Adults by donation, children free

Reece Mastin brings back his rare and encapsulating full band acoustic show, One Intimate Night with Reece Mastin.

Melbourne Shakespeare Company presents Twelfth Night. A family-friendly show that promises a fun and lively experience, featuring live music, vibrant characters, and plenty of laughs.

Celebrating 50 years of artistic excellence in St Kilda, The National is proud to present the Annual Gala 2024 – a vibrant celebration of brilliant young talents from a triumvirate of Victoria’s leading performing arts institutions – The National Ballet School , The National Drama School and Melbourne Youth Orchestra.

The usual monthly market plus a car boot sale.

A Crock Pot of Cracker Hits! Pack your mince pies and Christmas spirits…The Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to town!

this year’s annual show will feature 350 amazing Pop Choir members singing in unison, as well as special guest star – the incredible Tarryn Stokes, winner of The Voice 2023.

A Christmas gathering to sing songs ranging from Christmas tunes to anything from the 60’s to now !!

Canadian ensemble BadBadNotGood made their name by crossing genre. This seamless movement between style hit hard when they took hip hop into jazz and vice versa.

The Sharp are Charlie Rooke (guitar/vocals), Allan Catlin (double bass/vocals) and Piet Collins (drums/vocals).

A magical journey beyond the stars in Melbourne Shakespeare Company’s family musical Adventures in Neverland.

Saturdays and Sundays only
9.30 am & 11.30 am

Featuring the dazzling talents of Belinda Parsons, Chelsea Wilson, and Nina Ferro, bringing close harmony magic and killer arrangements of your favourite holiday classics.

Celtic rockers Claymore’s annual A Celtic Christmas is back by popular demand, and as promised, it is getting bigger than ever.

Wilbur’s Family Xmas Concert featuring:  Wilbur Wilde and the Troublemakers

The thing about this mighty outfit is the Repertoire and the Entertainment. Comprised of members of Skyhooks, Men at Work, Bootleg family, Glenn Shorrock, Brian Cadd and other great Australian bands. Led by Wilbur Wilde (Jo Jo Zep and the Falcons/OL’55/Hey Hey it’s Saturday).

The Black Sorrows are back on the road – this time to celebrate the October release of their new album The Way We Do Business!

Joe Camilleri is an undisputed icon of Australian music, who is marking the 40th anniversary of The Black Sorrows with his career 55th release.

Formed in 2003, the 26 member Melbourne Ska Orchestra is an orchestra with a difference. Helmed by the energetic and charismatic Nicky Bomba (John Butler Trio, Bomba, Bustamento) they are more than just a band …