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MON 19 OCT
BIGYUKI (US/JAP)
Mon 19 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
BIGYUKI is NYC’s musical secret weapon. The New York-based, Japanese keyboardist, composer and producer has built an international reputation for blending jazz, hip hop, rock, electronic and dance music influences into something wholly his own. This is an 18+ event.
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BIGYUKI is NYC’s musical secret weapon. The New York-based, Japanese keyboardist, composer and producer has built an international reputation for blending jazz, hip hop, rock, electronic and dance music influences into something wholly his own. This is an 18+ event.
MON 19 OCT
Don McLean American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour
Mon 19 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 6:30pm.
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Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 6:30pm.
MON 19 OCT
PARADISE LOST
Mon 19 Oct · 7:30pm–10:30pm
Paradise Lost remain the undisputed monarchs of metal’s dark frontier. Formed in Halifax in 1988, they quickly carved out their legacy as pioneers of gothic metal; a brooding fusion of crushing heaviness and shadow‑drenched melody.
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Paradise Lost remain the undisputed monarchs of metal’s dark frontier. Formed in Halifax in 1988, they quickly carved out their legacy as pioneers of gothic metal; a brooding fusion of crushing heaviness and shadow‑drenched melody.
TUE 20 OCT
Rebirth Brass Band (US) with Dink
Tue 20 Oct · 7:30pm–11:00pm
For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog.
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For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog.
TUE 20 OCT
Men At Work
Tue 20 Oct – Wed 21 Oct
Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
WED 21 OCT
Free
Parramatta Lanes
Wed 21 Oct – Sat 24 Oct · Wed–Thu 5pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 5pm–10:30pm
Free night festival across 20+ laneways in the Parramatta CBD: food, music and art. Wed and Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 5pm to 10:30pm.
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Free night festival across 20+ laneways in the Parramatta CBD: food, music and art. Wed and Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 5pm to 10:30pm.
WED 21 OCT
The Butterfly Effect - Portal To Hell
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
This October, step into the Portal To Hell, your exclusive pre-party for Hellbound 2026! Alt-rock legends The Butterfly Effect are making one last mainland stop before sailing into uncharted waters this October, bringing their signature emotionally charged sound to Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
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This October, step into the Portal To Hell, your exclusive pre-party for Hellbound 2026! Alt-rock legends The Butterfly Effect are making one last mainland stop before sailing into uncharted waters this October, bringing their signature emotionally charged sound to Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
WED 21 OCT
LARA BUCHANAN + MORE
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pm–10:30pm
Hang out with Friends of Friends every Wednesday this October at Metro Social. Each week, Metro A.i.R will showcase a diverse range of free events and performances, providing a platform for both emerging and established artists to shine.
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Hang out with Friends of Friends every Wednesday this October at Metro Social. Each week, Metro A.i.R will showcase a diverse range of free events and performances, providing a platform for both emerging and established artists to shine.
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What's free in Sydney this weekend?
Free this weekend (16–18 Oct): Crows Nest Fest (Sun 18 Oct) and Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi (from 16 Oct).
- Crows Nest Fest Sun 18 Oct
- Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi from 16 Oct
What's on tonight in Sydney?
Tonight in Sydney: HOT SAUCE ft. CARL COX, ERIC POWELL and MORE - 15 Oct at Selina's at Coogee Bay Hotel (8:00pm), Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo at State Theatre, Sydney (8:00pm), RLWC26 - Men's: Australia v New Zealand at Allianz Stadium (8:05pm) and ivy Thursdays - 15th October at ivy Sydney (9:00pm).
What's on in Sydney this weekend?
This weekend (16–18 Oct) in Sydney: Yomi Ship (Fri 16 Oct), Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour (Fri 16 Oct) and Carousel (Fri 16 Oct). 47 events in all, listed on this page.
- Yomi Ship Fri 16 Oct
- Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour Fri 16 Oct
- Carousel Fri 16 Oct
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