The RiotACT Gig Guide (14 - 20 February)

Welcome to The RiotACT Gig Guide for the 14th to the 20th of February! This guide’s photo features Immorium, one of Canberra’s most sensational death metal bands – having just recently opened for the legendary Dragonforce, they will be returning to the stage to open for Ne Obliviscaris, one of Australia’s biggest metal acts. By the way, expect a new Immorium album sometime later this year! The show starts from 7 pm at The Basement – it should be an enormous night!

On Friday, comedy folk duo Sparrow-Folk will be launching a new album at the Old Canberra Inn with help from local folksters The Burley Griffin. Legendary jazz maestro George Washingmachine will be back on home soil, playing at Smith’s Alternative from 7 pm. Meanwhile, there will be a big show at the Transit Bar as they host Sydney indie punk band Speakeasy along with Teen Jesus & The Jean Teasers, Elk Locker and Lefty.

Sydney shoegazers SNAPE will be releasing their new LP ‘Always’ at Mulgara on Saturday with locals Shoeb Ahmad and Dog Name, while Transit Bar will host a huge hip-hop night starring Black Milk, along with local hip-hop acts D’Opus Roshambo, Jedbrii, KG and Lash. And another big show on Monday – Magic Rob Universe at The Phoenix, what more needs to be said?

Wednesday 14th

• Lisa Richards & Richard Gilewitz @ Smith’s Alternative, 7 – 9 pm
• Ne Obliviscaris w/ Circles and Immorium @ The Basement, 7 pm start
• PAINTonPAINT ‘Single And Looking’ song launch w/ Ella Hunt and Laura Ingram @ The Phoenix, 7.30 – 10.30 pm

Thursday 15th

• Roy Payne’s Hillbilly Bop Safari @ National Press Club, 7 pm start
• Ezra Allen ‘Grow Up’ tour w/ Kirklandd, BRB and Weirdogvng @ Transit Bar, 8 pm start
• Piss Weak Karaoke w/ Chris Endrey @ The Phoenix, 9 pm start
• Harry Jakamarra @ Smith’s Alternative, 9.30 – 11.30 pm

Friday 16th

• James Bradley @ PJ O’Reilly’s Civic, 6 pm start
• New Savages @ Harmonie German Club, 7 pm start
• Sparrow-Folk ‘Album No. Free’ launch w/ The Burley Griffin @ Old Canberra Inn, 7 pm start
• George Washingmachine @ Smith’s Alternative, 7 – 9 pm
• Speakeasy w/ Teen Jesus & The Jean Teasers, Elk Locker and Lefty @ Transit Bar, 8 pm start

Saturday 17th

• MZAZA – Singing & Instrumental Workshop @ Smith’s Alternative, 2 – 3 pm
• MZAZA In Concert @ Smith’s Alternative, 4 – 6 pm
• SNAPE album launch w/ Shoeb Ahmad and Dog Name @ Mulgara, 6.30 pm start
• Chris Botti @ Canberra Theatre Centre, 7.30 pm start
• Black Milk w/ D’Opus & Roshambo, Jedbrii, KG and Lash (hosted by Triple J’s Hau Latukefu) @ Transit Bar, 8 pm start
• JUGGERNAUT @ Rose Cottage, 8 pm start

Sunday 18th

• Senyawa: Artist Talk and Workshops @ Gorman Arts Centre, 1 – 4 pm
• Sunday Jazz Jam @ Smith’s Alternative, 1.30 pm start
• Canberra Blues Society: Pat Powell Band @ Harmonie German Club, 2 pm start
• Lulu Swing @ Smith’s Alternative, 4.30 – 6.30 pm
• Endrey’s Musical Singalong Hour @ Smith’s Alternative, 7 – 10 pm

Monday 19th

• Magic Rob Universe and more TBA @ The Phoenix, 8 pm start
• Palace Revolution @ Smith’s Alternative, 9.30 – 10.30 pm

Tuesday 20th

• KaraokeLove @ Transit Bar, 7 pm start
• Old Timey Tuesday @ Smith’s Alternative, 7 pm start
• BAD!SLAM!NO!BISCUIT! @ The Phoenix, 7.30 pm start

Check out our Gig Guide for upcoming world-class live music showcasing local talents, Australian artists, and international musical acts at some of the best venues in the country. Find out about the latest gallery and exhibition openings, new restaurants, all-day cultural events, family-friendly activities, and so much more. There truly is something on offer for everyone, no matter what tastes and interests you have.

Our What’s On page details the shows, events, and activities taking place over the coming days. We make it easy to plan your week, with all of the vital information in one place: when, where, who, and why.

So, get your diary ready and start making plans. It’s time to explore Canberra’s lively events calendar, and get the most out of life in our wonderful city.

Check out our Gig Guide for upcoming world-class live music showcasing local talents, Australian artists, and international musical acts at some of the best venues in the country. Find out about the latest gallery and exhibition openings, new restaurants, all-day cultural events, family-friendly activities, and so much more. There truly is something on offer for everyone, no matter what tastes and interests you have.

Our What’s On page details the shows, events, and activities taking place over the coming days. We make it easy to plan your week, with all of the vital information in one place: when, where, who, and why.

So, get your diary ready and start making plans. It’s time to explore Canberra’s lively events calendar, and get the most out of life in our wonderful city.