What’s On In Melbourne August 2018
Joshua Sarros
The Ultimate Melbourne Gig Guide for August
As the live music capital of the world, Melbourne is constantly buzzing with a foray of world class gigs and events. Featuring events in St Kilda, Brunswick, Northcote, Collingwood and more, our August gig guide is full of the most exciting events happening in Melbourne. From open mic nights, local bands and international rockers to extravagant festivals, living legends and pop superstars, this guide has it all. Check out our gig guide to see what’s on and start planning an unforgettable August!
Drop The Mic
Penny Black, Brunswick 1st AugustGet down to the Penny Black on Wednesday 1st August from 7.30pm to see a range of talented musicians take the stage for open mic night. Each act gets 5 - 10 minutes to show off their skills and impress the audience. All performers are entitled to a free schooner, while everyone can enjoy $12 jugs and $10 parmas all night long! Brunswick is the place to be on Wednesday nights in August!
Snow Patrol
Palais Theatre, St Kilda 2nd August Northern Irish rockers Snow Patrol are gracing Australian shores in August, stopping in at the Palais on Thursday 2nd August. The band are touring their 7th album, Wildness , released in May of this year. This special, one-off Melbourne performance will be held at the beautiful, recently restored, Palais Theatre in St Kilda and is sure to be a winner with Snow Patrol fans new and old. Tickets are on sale now!
Lakyn
Northcote Social Club, Northcote 4th August Start your August off right by going to see Lakyn at Northcote Social Club. Heading out on his first tour of the year, Lakyn is celebrating the release of his latest single Sweet Days. Dubbed “the country’s most popular artist on the go right now” by the AU Review, Lakyn is definitely one to check out. Head to Northcote on Saturday 4th August to catch some great live music!
The Babe Rainbow
Corner Hotel, Richmond 9th and 10th AugustPsychedelic pop rockers The Babe Rainbow are playing two shows at the Corner Hotel this August. Selling out Friday 10th in no time at all, the Byron Bay group added a second show set for Thursday 9th August. Following the release of their new album Double Rainbow, The Babe Rainbow are sure to put on an incredible show filled with new tunes and old favourites. Tickets selling fast!
Bob Dylan
Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne 13th and 14th August Returning to Australia for the first time in four years, Bob Dylan and his band will be playing two shows at Margaret Court Arena in Melbourne this August! With a career spanning six decades, Dylan is one of the most revered artists of all time. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to see a living legend, live in concert. Catch Dylan in Melbourne on the 13th and 14th of August.
Drunk Mums
Bendigo Hotel, Collingwood 17th August Ahead of the release of their forthcoming album Urban Cowboy, Drunk Mums will be playing a high energy show at the bendigo Hotel in August. Celebrating the release of their new single, Roll With The Punches , the gig is bound to be loads of fun. With tickets for just $10, get along to the Bendigo Hotel on Friday 17th August for a great night!
Expo Liaison
Flemington Racecourse, Flemington 18th August A unique festival experience curated by Australian indie pop duo Client Liaison is coming to Flemington this August. Expo Liaison will see the likes of John Farnham, Alice Ivy, Total Giovanni and more, grace the stage for a day of excess extravaganza. With over seven hours of entertainment carefully selected by Client Liaison themselves, you’re bound to have a great time! Expo Liaison will take place on Saturday 18th August at Flemington Racecourse. Tickets are on sale now!
Luca Brasi
The Croxton, Thornbury 24th AugustTassie rockers Luca Brasi are coming to Melbourne in August, playing the Croxton with Tiny Moving Parts and Eliza & the Delusionals. Celebrating the release of their fourth album, Stay , Luca Brasi are paying Thornbury a visit as part of a national tour. These boys are one of Australia’s most loved bands today, so this gig is one not to miss! Luca Brasi will be at the Croxton on Friday 24th August.
Pink
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne 28th and 29th August Pink pandemonium continues at Rod Laver in August! Playing a whopping nine Melbourne shows in July, Pink is sticking around for another two on the 28th and 29th of August. Australia’s favourite international pop icon, Pink’s live show is an experience unlike any other. Supported by New South Wales alt rockers The Rubens, don’t miss out on what is sure to be a magical night.Flight Facilities
The Forum, Melbourne 29th AugustAustralian electronic duo Flight Facilities are heading off on a massive national tour to support the release of their new single All Your Love. Stopping off at the Forum in August ahead of two sold out shows in September, Flight Facilities will have you dancing all night long. Catch them in Melbourne on Wednesday 29th August, tickets selling fast!
Gene Simmons
Festival Hall, West Melbourne 30th August Rock and roll legend Gene Simmons is coming to Melbourne in August, and he’s bringing Ace Frehley along for the ride. Delivering individual sets, the KISS icons will ignite Festival Hall, before coming together for the first time in 17 years to close out the night. Catch these two rock legends on Thursday 30th August.