What's On in Scottsdale

Get ready to dance the night away as BAZ & GROM, two of Tassie's most explosive rising acts, take over Reggie Bar! With a mix of hard-hitting basslines and upbeat tempos, they'll bring raw energy to the dancefloor. Joined by Binga, Decks Fabregas, Deleon & Manveer, this is a night you won't want to miss!

Join QVMAG astronomers, Chris and Johnny, on a fascinating journey through the cosmos at the Launceston Planetarium. Explore the science, stories, and surprises of our Universe, from tides on Earth to the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Each talk covers a different celestial subject, followed by a live tour of the current night sky.

Come and join us for our Community Christmas dinner! A delicious Christmas dinner with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Fun and conversation for all ages. A chance to meet others in the community and enjoy the evening together.

Please note, event tickets with reserved seating details will be distributed to Function ticketholders closer to the show date.

Approximate Running Times: Doors - 7.00pm Start - 7.30pm Finish - 10.00pm The legendary band Dragon, purveyors of Antipodean anthems and Australian Rock since 1973, have played 893 shows and delivered over 12,800 songs since their reformation in 2006. Formed in Auckland before relocating to Sydney, Dragon rose to fame with anthems like April Sun in Cuba, Are You Old Enough?, and Rain, cementing themselves as one of Australasia's most enduring and influential rock acts. With a career marked by triumph, tragedy, reinvention, and resilience, the band has moved from their progressive rock roots to mainstream success, earning induction into both the ARIA Hall of Fame (2008) and the New Zealand Music Hall of Fame (2011). Dragon continue to captivate audiences with their legendary catalogue, new material, and unrelenting live energy, proving that more than five decades on, their fire still burns as brightly as ever.

Are you a clone? Mi-Sex returns to the road in 2026, this time to commemorate the 45 th anniversary of the band’s second, timeless classic LP Space Race. Featuring the hit singles ‘People’ and ‘It Only Hurts When I’m Laughing’, Space Race posited Mi-Sex light years ahead of its time. Promising a catastrophic, electromagnetic collision of post-punk, the avant-garde, and new wave, get set for a sonic spectacular that’s as passionate as it is powerful. In 1979, ABC’s Double J embraced the emergence of new wave and Mi-Sex became regular guests on Countdown, which saw the group shoot to #1 with ‘Computer Games’. Rounding-out the decade with its landmark performance at the Sydney Opera House, which became known as the ‘Concert of the Decade’ – Mi-Sex are revered by their peers as the band of its era. Early the following year, Mi-Sex Graffiti Crimes scooped the 1979 TV WEEK / COUNTDOWN MUSIC AWARDS with 4 gongs, including: Best New Single (Computer Games), Most Popular Single/Album (Computer Games/Graffiti Crimes), Best New Talent (Mi-Sex), and Best Production (Peter Dawkins/Graffiti Crimes).  Mi-Sex plays all the hits from Graffiti Crimes (1979) – ‘Computer Games’, ‘But You Don’t Care’, ‘Not Such A Bad Boy’, and ‘Stills’ – all your favourites from Space Race (1980) - ‘People’, ‘It Only Hurts When I’m Laughing’ and infamous title track – and many, many more, including ‘Falling In And Out’, ‘Blue Day’, and ‘Castaway’, alongside a few newbies just for fun… Let’s party like it’s 1980! Support commences 7:30pm.

Rock and Rhyme is a free weekly session for preschoolers that includes stories, songs, rhymes and actions. It is a fun, free 30 minute session for parents, carers and their babies. These sessions are ideal for babies up to 2 years of age and includes lots of fun songs, action rhymes and simple stories. These activities help develop children's listening, memory and word skills.

It is said that the Hard-Ons have crossed the Rubicon. Having formed back in 1982 and having a legendary and impressive back catalogue of releases, the Hard-Ons have also been a fantastically explosive live band. The Hard-Ons are ever-changing and evolving, having three albums under the belt with long-time friend Tim Rogers, the driving force behind the chart-busting, platinum-selling and award winning power-pop act YOU AM I, to a new edition featuring hardcore punk royalty, Jerry A of Poison Idea fame at the helm, or of course the classic, explosive three-piece, supercharged punk – metal – power-pop hybrid. Whichever form they take, the Hard-Ons are more infectious than ever. They have a vast array of great tunes from the history of their band to call upon. They move forward. They will play in your town. Following up to their recent 2024 album I Like You A Lot Getting Older, and 40th anniversary tours of Australia, Japan and Europe, the Hard-Ons show no ends to their activity and creativity of blistering pop and punk nuggets as only this genre- busting band can produce. The Hard-Ons: go and catch them live. Buy their album I Like You A Lot Getting Older. This is a heritage band that is actually about to hit their peak. And beyond.  Support by Wöolworths\\Flushot + Legal Noise ---------------------------------------- ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We acknowledge and respect the Palawa people as the traditional and ongoing owners of the skies, land, and water of Lutruwita. We pay our respects to their elders both past and present and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded. SAFE SPACE We believe in safe and positive spaces where all people are welcome and respected. If you experience or see something that doesn’t look right, please report it to one of our friendly staff. ACCESSIBILITY Level access is available from 112 Murray Street via the black and white laneway leading to the Garden. There is one accessible toilet. There is braille signage and tactile ground surface indicators throughout the venue. Please contact us via info@altarhobart.com.au [info@altarhobart.com.au] prior to the show day or speak to staff at In The Hanging Garden for assistance.

Get ready for Island Style, a vibrant night celebrating Dancehall, Afrobeats, Tropical Bass, Latin, and Hip Hop at The Grand Poobah. Expect high-energy vibes with DJ Outsider, crowned Australian Dancehall DJ of the Year (2025), spinning classics and new hits from Kingston to Lagos. Doors open from 10pm till late.

Experience a night of spoken word, music, and connection at the iconic Alabama Hotel. Featuring local talent, Sydney guests, and a secret set, this end-of-year party promises unforgettable moments of creativity and community. Tickets are $20 to support the artists.