Live Music Activations

Goolay-yari Sounds
Saturday 14 December, 3pm-6pm
Marrickville Golf Club

AN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC, COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABILITY ACTIVITIES ON THE BANKS OF THE COOKS RIVER / GOOLAY'YARI
A free, family-friendly celebration of our unique Midjuburi identity in the Inner West as the year comes to a close: local musicians, community spirit and activities that shed light on stories of the River and its sustainability. Nestled among the towering gums on the iconic Marrickville Golf Course, this is MORE than a traditional sing-a-long and a picnic (although it will be those things too). It is an immersive, family-friendly and vibrant showcase of local creatives working across the live music scene; folk bands, musical theatre stars, jazz guitarists, local rock bands and icons of the Midjuburi ward. Goolay’yari Sounds is your neighbourhood street-party, with Christmas crafts, roaming puppetry, local brews, familiar food haunts and more. Above all, this event is an opportunity to raise awareness for the Cooks River / Goolay'yari, the urban waterway supporting our wildlife and services. So pack a picnic, a hat and a rug and settle in for a splendid afternoon of music and sun.

External linkGoolay'Yari Sounds website

2SER in Your Hood
presented by 2SER
2pm-7pm, Saturday 15 February 2025
Pioneers Memorial Park, Leichhardt

Community Radio station 2SER 107.3FM and Inner West Council present an afternoon of free live music in the beautiful surrounds of Pioneers Memorial Park in Leichhardt on Saturday February 15 from 2pm - 7pm.

The afternoon will reflect just some of the broad musical styles you will hear on 2SER from folk to indie, hip hop and soul provided by some of our favourite local acts - Cinta, The Aerial Maps, Library Siesta, Gailla and Threatnique.

This is family friendly event with free entry and a community sausage sizzle, coffee, ice cream, snacks and more. There will be 2SER merch and information available on the day, with 2SER Breakfast Danny Chifley host MCing the occasion. It's a great spot and very easy to travel to on public transport - come along, support your local community radio and local artists and enjoy an afternoon of great free, live entertainment.

External link2SER website            

Sham Fest
presented by Petersham Bowling Club
Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 April 2025
Petersham Bowling Club, Brighton Street, Petersham

Sham Fest will be a big two days at Petersham Bowling Club, showcasing an array of performers from the Inner West with a direct focus on diversity and participation. There will be workshops, activities, local brews and significant local live music across two stages.

Check back for more details closer to the date

External linkPetersham Bowling Club website

GENERATE Youth Festival 
Date TBC
Yeo Park, Victoria St, Ashfield, NSW 2131

Generate Youth Live Music Festival is a youth focused music festival and will feature a jam-packed day of performances from local artists under the age of 18. The Festival will showcase the wealth of young talent in the Inner West and will be supported and created by emerging musicians and non-musicians with a budding interest to grow in the professional music and events industry.

Pass the Mic
presented by Bodega Collective
26 April
White Bay Power Station, Balmain

Pass the Mic: White Bay Live Music Day," is an initiative of Bodega Collective, designed as an inclusive day-to-evening event for all ages. It aims to strengthen community bonds and showcase a diverse array of live music and engaging programming.

Check back soon for more details

External linkBodega Collective Facebook page