The RiotACT Gig Guide (28 March - 3 April)

Sally Chicane will be performing at Transit Bar on Friday from 7.30 pm. Photo: Supplied by Sally Chicane.

Sally Chicane (pictured) have been a punk staple in the nation’s capital, with Kristy (third from left) also the brains behind She-Riff, which puts women rockers at the front of the stage at Transit Bar now and again. They won’t be performing as part of She-Riff, but instead will be playing alongside Naked Scientist and Rebecca-Maree at Transit Bar on Friday, starting 7.30 pm.

It’s the National Folk Festival on this week! CHECK OUT THE DETAILS! I will be there, as will LocalnLive’s Exec Producer DJ Loz, so come say hi! I am particularly keen to see Nick Delatovic performing his excellent solo work with some of Canberra’s finest musicians.

If you can’t get to the Folkie, fear not! as Smith’s will be hosting the Anti-Folk Festival through the weekend, an equally strong Canberran tradition. Check out some weird electronic vibes at the Polo on Thursday, with an interstate line-up of Brainbeau, Gas and Low Flung starting from 10 pm. King Parrot – just as famous for their hilarious videos as for their unreal music – will be playing Transit Bar with Child Bite, Fight Milk and Disparo. So much more happening, check it out below, and have a great weekend, CBR!

Wednesday 28th

• Indie Folk Live w/ Wolfgang Michael @ Transit Bar, 6 pm start
• Jackson Browne @ Canberra Theatre Centre, 7.30 pm start
• Boots Byers, Hamish White, Swoon Queen and Kial Malone @ The Phoenix, 8 pm start
• Smith’s Varietal #113 feat. MC Anthony Tomic @ Smith’s Alternative, 9.30 pm start

Thursday 29th

• National Folk Festival @ Exhibition Park, 3 pm start
• King Parrot w/ Child Bite, Fight Milk and Disparo @ Transit Bar, 7 pm start
• Jose Gonzalez @ Canberra Theatre Centre, 7.30 pm start
• Silentia by Taliesin @ The Basement, 8 pm start
• Victor Rufus Power Trio @ Smith’s Alternative, 8 pm start
• Brainbeau, Gas and Low Flung @ Polish White Eagle Club, 10 pm start

Friday 30th

• National Folk Festival @ Exhibition Park, 3 pm start
• Naked Scientist, Sally Chicane and Rebecca-Maree @ Transit Bar, 7.30 pm start
• The National Anti-Folk Festival @ Smith’s Alternative
• Lapse, Earache and Australian Sweetheart @ Lacklustre HQ, 8 pm start
• All The Feels variety show @ Smith’s Alternative, 9.30 pm start

Saturday 31st

• Wine Machine: Hot Dub Time Machine, Sneaky Sound System, The Kite String Tangle, Haiku Hands, Owl Eyes and more @ Pialligo Estate, 1 pm start
• National Folk Festival @ Exhibition Park, 3 pm start
• Shoeb Ahmad w/ Clean Shirt and Dog Name @ Transit Bar, 8 pm start
• The National Anti-Folk Festival @ Smith’s Alternative
• Split Feed w/ Elk Locker, Bleach It Clean and Lefty @ The Phoenix, 9 pm start

Sunday 1st

• Sunday Jazz Jam @ Smith’s Alternative, 1.30 pm start
• The National Anti-Folk Festival @ Smith’s Alternative
• National Folk Festival @ Exhibition Park, 3 pm start

Monday 2nd

• National Folk Festival @ Exhibition Park, 3 pm start
• The National Anti-Folk Festival @ Smith’s Alternative

Tuesday 3rd

• Old Timey Tuesday @ Smith’s Alternative, 7 pm start
• KaraokeLove Tuesdays @ Transit Bar, 7 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.