Music Events in Canberra

Get ready for all your favourite Balkan hits – sing, dance, and celebrate under the stars by the lake. Dress to impress in all white and raise a rakija for a night of unforgettable music. Don’t wait – secure your spot now for the biggest Balkan night on the water!

Welcome to Sunburnt Country - Australia's newest country music experience! Where the soulful twang of guitars meets heartfelt lyrics and you can dance under the open sky. Nashville superstar Jason Aldean is heading down under and headlining these huge outdoor shows in Toowoomba, Hunter Valley & Canberra as part of his Full Throttle Tour. This line-up also features US rocker Corey Kent, along with stellar homegrown talent Brad Cox, Dear Tommie, Y.O.G.A. & more for a boot stompin' good time! Round up your crew, grab your boots and let's get rowdy! Running Times*: Gates - Early Entry: 12.30pm Gates - General Admission: 1.00pm Y.O.G.A: 1.30pm to 2.00pm Dear Tommie: 2.20pm to 3.00pm TBA: 3.20pm to 4.00pm Brad Cox: 4.25pm to 5.15pm Corey Kent: 5.40pm to 6.30pm Jason Aldean: 7.00pm to 8.15pm .

Scowl are bringing their eclectic genre-bending brand of hardcore punk back down under for their first ever Australian headline run. This time Scowl are joined by End It all the way from Baltimore, USA and Sydney’s hardcore rock and rollers Secret World. Get your tickets now!

EGOISM brings their 'Trust Me' tour to the east coast, showcasing live-evolved reinterpretations of singles from their debut album. Experience the looser, DIY energy of their home-recorded sound in regional towns and local record stores. All ages welcome!

Feeling hungry? Sydney Band the Jam Sandwiches will leave you both satisfied and begging for more! Celebrating the release of their new self-titled EP, the Jammies are embarking on a tour of the east coast and can’t wait to make the Fun Time Pony live up to its name. Their amalgamation of expressive rock and jazz fusion, a.k.a. “Psychedelic Groove Rock” is infectious, stealing your attention and pulling you into a musical ecstasy.

smartcasual are an alt/indie force with a knack for turning heartfelt lyrics into anthems that hit hard. Known for their wild energy, razor-sharp hooks, and honest storytelling, they’ve quickly become one of the most exciting names in Australia’s indie scene. This November, they’re hitting the road with a fresh batch of songs that blend raw emotion with a bolder, more mature sound.

Wollongong rockers Loose Surface are back and ready for action, this time heading to the nation’s capital to launch their most provocative, high-energy single yet, Hearing Aids. Tackling themes of abuse and the power of speaking out, the track is raw, unapologetic, and full of beans. Joining the launch are local rockers Non-Binary Code, Nuta Mantis and Paloma. Come show your support and stand against the everyday misogyny that too often gets ignored. It’s time to listen up – we deserve to be heard.

Come enjoy a night out where you get to hear your favourite grungy, grunty, groany bands back when music was ‘actually good’! We’ll be putting our hands in our pockets and leaning back to the sounds of Nickelback, Daughtry, Creed, and more. Best DADCORE outfit wins prizes! DAD THEMED DRINKS

Attend the two-day research workshop hosted at the ANU School of Music from December 1–2, 2025. The event examines recording workplaces, studio cultures, and inclusive approaches to music production. The program features discussions and music production sessions with recording and production practitioners from around the country.

For the first time in Canberra, Tarab Ensemble (Australia's leading) is showcasing the beauty and diversity of classical Arabic music.

Get ready for summer with Friction Presents: Stanton Warriors, A.Skillz, and Kid Kenobi ft. MC Sureshock. Three breakbeat icons will be performing at Hopscotch Bar. With Eighty K and Suga kicking off the daytime vibes, this is your chance to celebrate the start of summer in classic Friction style.