Music Road Trips

Find a gig off the beaten track

With hundreds of artists and gigs spanning soulful sessions to high-energy live shows, Great Southern Nights brings live music to venues across NSW with something for every kind of music lover.

This is your cue to hit the road and follow the sound. Discover new artists, support local venues and turn a night out into a reason to take a sneaky weekend break, from country towns to coastal hubs.

It’s about the joy of live music and the freedom that comes with it. Packed venues, unexpected moments and unforgettable nights. Use the map to find shows that match your taste, uncover new destinations and start building the ultimate live-music road trip.

Gigs by region

  • Bathurst
  • Boggabilla
  • Brunswick Heads
  • Byron Bay
  • Dubbo
  • Kingscliff
  • Newcastle
  • Orange
  • Port Kembla
  • Sydney
  • Tamworth
  • Wagga Wagga
  • Western Sydney
  • Wollongong

Music communities

Central West

Fascinating indigenous culture, extraordinary produce, and charming rural towns, the Central West has so much to offer.

Newcastle

Turquoise beaches, adventure experiences, seaside pubs, underground haunts and local breweries.

Northern Rivers

Stunning beaches, lush rainforests, winding rivers and incredible produce.

South Coast

Endless curves of white sand, world class wineries and enchanting towns, relax and unwind on the South Coast.

Sydney

Explore Australia's most beautiful city, hidden restaurants in laneways and pristine beaches.

Wollongong

Spectacular coastal drives, heritage venues, creative communities and second-hand finds.