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Sunday, 20 July 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

Canberra Raiders v Roosters @ Canberra Stadium

Catch all the action at Canberra Stadium as the Canberra Raiders take on the Roosters. Gates open at 11.30pm, kick off at 2.00pm. For ticket purchase please visit Ticketek.com.au.

Detour @ Section 57 @ Mawson Club

Detour brings all of their experience & talent to you in the form of an acoustic-style covers gig. Playing everything from Bob Dylan, to U2 & Guns’n’Roses to Paul Kelly. Their broad spectrum of songs is sure to please just about everyone.Catch Detour performing live from 5pm - 8pm. Entry is free.

Live Original Canberra Locals Toucha Soul @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Come down to Olims Hotel and Get over the weekend and relax in the heated beer garden listening to some old favourites. Starts at 3.00pm, entry is free.

Peter Combe @ ANU Bar

Following a sold-out Australian tour in 2007 that saw thousands of fans literally roaring out the words to Juicy Juicy Green Grass, Wash Your Face In Orange Juice, Toffee Apple, Newspaper Mama and Spaghetti Bolognaise, Peter Combe returns with a full band to do it all over again - only bigger. Tickets are $27.40 each and can be purchased through Ticketek.com. Doors open at 8.00pm.

Tuesday, 22 July 2008

$10 Steak Night @ The George Harcourt Inn

It doesn't get any cheaper than this, enjoy a delicious steak for only $10. Value for money plus. Offer last from 6.00pm til 9.00pm, only available on Tuesday nights.

Cheap Meals every Tuesday and Wednesday night! @ ACT Rugby Union Club

Enjoy either Rump Steak, Schnitzel or Blackened Perch for only $9.90 every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 6-9pm.

Wednesday, 23 July 2008

Boss Bartender @ Bacchus Bar @ Hotel Realm

Nominate your boss and you could win a $150 bar voucher for you and your workmates, with your boss pouring the drinks! To enter simply email natalie@hotelrealm.com.au with the following details; Your name, contact details, company, boss’ name, boss’ position and preferred Wednesday night. Good luck and we’ll see you soon at Bacchus Bar, hotel realm.

*Terms and conditions – company must match hotel spend of $150, minimum 10 guests required, bartender must adhere to bar staff instructions at all times, all entries must be received in writing.

Cheap Meals every Tuesday and Wednesday night! @ ACT Rugby Union Club

Enjoy either Rump Steak, Schnitzel or Blackened Perch for only $9.90 every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 6-9pm.

Cook Your Own Steak @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Come down to the Ainslie Bar at Olims Hotel and cook your own steak, just the way you like it for only $7. Wednesday nights only.

Everything is $5 Night @ Transit Bar

Combating this paradigm of mismatched names to pricing structure, Transit Bar introduces to the masses, The (nearly) Everything is $5 Night, Try What You Will, Drink What You Like, Because Everything is $5. Every Wednesday come on down to the Transit Bar and try a rather impressive selection that makes Uncle Cleveland's liquor cabinet look rather undernourished.

Kocktail Saver @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great deal. Enjoy $4 off all cocktails, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Premium Tequila Tasting @ North Bar

Enjoy an evening of premium tequila with North Bar's tequila expert. Guests will receive a tequila cocktail upon arrival, experience premium tequila tastings and complimentary canapés throughout the evening. Guests will also receive a gift bag on the night. Tickets are $50 on the night or $40 if paid for before the event.

To register your interest, please phone (02) 6262 9050. Book now as places are limited!

Pub Politics @ The George Harcourt Inn

$7 Schnitzels to tempt the wannabe orators and audience, political issues debated in soap box Domain style. 6.00pm til 9.00pm.

Thursday, 24 July 2008

Gangbusters @ Bar 32

Gangbusters is like squeezing out a puss filled pimple from the side of your face. It'll only hurt for a little while. And once you've shown your ID flip $5 and get a stamp. Harsh reality. But the rewards will be all yours once you get through the small maze doorway past the pissed off door bitches and soak up the sweat of about 100 other punters all trying to see over each other another smashing indie psych band thrashing around in their own self mutilated pride and hip jeans.

Jonno Zilber @ National Press Club of Australia

A huge night coming your way with this hot swing dance band lead by Jonno Zilber. Influences from Cherry Poppin’ Daddies laced with the big Chicago blues band sound. You’ll love the four piece horn wall of sound. 7.00pm til 10.00pm.

Live from the Underground @ Transit Bar

Catch Flamingo Crash, The Jezabels, Lions at your Door, The Vignette at Transit Bar for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8.00pm. Entry is Free.

Trash Thursday @ Academy

Could Thursday be any hotter right now? Take a full house of totally up for it young clubbers, add some of Canberra’s finest Dj’s and $3 drinks, and you have trash, Canberra’s biggest Thursday night party.

Trivia & Games Night @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Every Thursday come down to Olims for a chance to win great prizes. Join in on all the fun games and trivia throughout the night. $500.00 Cash Draw for Members Only. Come in and ask how to become a member. Starts at 7.30pm, entry is free.

Friday, 25 July 2008

Angels Are Architects @ The Soul Bar

Catch Angels Are Architects performing from 6.00pm for a night of live and raw entertainment. Entry is free

B.A.D - Back Alley Disco @ Academy

Friday night like never before, different entrance, different stage, different sound, different decor and a whole new feel. Forget what you know. It's not a nightclub - it's a Back Alley Disco.

Cous @ Mawson Club

Playing from 6pm - 9pm. Entry is free.

Double Happiness @ Café in the House

Cosy up in a corner with our new Asian Tapas Yum Cha menu with such dishes as the prawns on sugar cane sticks, chicken on pandan leaves, curry puffs with mint yoghurt and Balinese fried chicken. Enjoy a boutique beer or glass of wine while kicking back to the smooth tunes of resident DJ’s; Ben Hardrew, Chad Sexington, Frank Madrid and Ashley Feraude. Every Friday from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Friday Live Music @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Start the weekend in a friendly pub atmosphere and soak up some great live music vibes. Starts at 6.00pm, entry is free.

Funky Fedoras @ National Press Club of Australia

Fresh from Merimbula Jazz Festival, Songstress Angela Lount swings into Friday night with a great groove from this slick & popular 5 piece dance band. 7.00pm til 10.00pm.

Happy Hour @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great Happy Hour deal. Enjoy $2 off cocktails and $1 off all other drinks, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

State Of The Art VII @ ANU Bar

Catch State Of The Art VII feat. Drapht (WA), Mind Over Matter(SYD) & 360 (MELB), plus Coptic Soldier, Alikeminds, House of Reps, Wax Lyrical and Dj’s Ill K & Old School Al all performing live at ANU Bar. Tickets are $22.00, doors open at 8.00pm.

The Jazzebells @ Casino Canberra

Catch The Jazzebells at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

The Remnants @ Mawson Club

Performing from 9.30pm - 12.30am, The Remnants are a dynamic five-piece band comprising drums, guitars, keyboards and a combination of male and female vocals. Keeping right up to date with what is happening on the pop and independent charts, the Remnants deliver plenty of the tunes you know, from the 50s through to the 90s. Entry is free.

Saturday, 26 July 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

Christmas In July @ West Belconnen Leagues Club

WBLC is hosting a Christmas in July event in the function centre from 6.30pm with a three course traditional meal, fun games & prizes to be won. Party On, one of Canberra's great cover bands,will be performing throughout the night, with hits from the 60's right through to today. Cost is $29 per person or if you book for a table of 10 people, you only pay for 9!

Escape Syndrome @ ANU Bar

Forming in early 2006, Canberra based 4-piece Escape Syndrome has enjoyed an exciting and hectic 2 years together. From humble beginnings as a youth band, Escape Syndrome has worked hard to become a leading force within the Canberra music scene. Bringing a unique mix of intricate melodies, catchy hooks and soaring vocal lines, and being recognised within the local scene for their energetic and high powered live shows, Escape Syndrome is a band constantly striving to better themselves. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased at ticketek.com.au, doors open at 8.00pm.

Kim Starr @ Gungahlin Lakes

One of the newest additions to Canberra’s ever growing music scene is Kim Starr. Having only returned recently from performing overseas, Kim is taking the industry by storm. This guitarist-vocalist will wow you with her rendition of the classic hits from the 70’s through to current top 40. Performing from 10.30pm – 2.30am. Entry is free.

Latin Fever @ Paparazzi Niteclub & Bar

Canberra's newest Latin party night is sure to keep you dancing all weekend long. Enjoy thrilling dance performances, live percussion and lots of surprises! From 9.00pm - late. Entry is $5.

Leanne Melmoth @ Mawson Club

Performing from 9.30pm - 12.30am. Entry is free.

Love Saturday @ Academy

Love Saturday is back in 08 with you, a cast of thousands, and the hottest house and electro sound from an all new resident line up including Tim Galvin, DJ Rexy, plus Ashley Feraude, Chris Fraser & Matt Dubya. Make sure you come along on Saturday for Ladies Lounge in the all new Candybar!! FREE cocktails from 10 - 11pm in the Candybar, entry is $10.

Quartessence @ Casino Canberra

Catch Quartessence at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

Rev @ Bar 32

Rev is Canberra's weekly club night that aims to please all the Indie, Rock, Punk, Alternate kids that inhabit this strange place we call Canberra. Rev Dj's play all the latest tracks as well as take requests for all your favourite hits to sing and dance to.

Rhymes with Orange @ Calwell Club

Rhymes with Orange are a fully sequenced, two piece Micro Band, created with the sole purpose of entertaining anything that gets in its way with a mixture of rock, pop, soul, blues and reggae from the 50's through to the current top 40. Performing from 9pm – 12am. Entry is free.

Spin @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and enjoy the resident and guest Dj's, mixing up a storm from 9.00pm til late.

Wallabies Tri-Nations @ ACT Rugby Union Club

Australia v New Zealand from 8.00pm - late. Don’t miss this grudge match! The bragging rights are on the line and we want them. Come down to the ACT Rugby Union Club and enjoy free Cooper's Pale Ale from kick-off until the first point is scored (or halftime). Entry is free.

Sunday, 27 July 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

The Bridge Between @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

The Bridge Between is an acoustic Duo with over fifteen year’s experience. Singing harmonies and solo; performing a wide range of styles and using instruments such as acoustic guitar, electric guitar, harmonica, slide and a’ Capella singing. The Bridge Between offer versatility in sound and genre of music. Starts at 3.00pm, entry is free.

The Squirrels @ Section 57 @ Mawson Club

Catch The Squirrels performing live from 5pm - 8pm. Entry is free.

Monday, 28 July 2008

Food and Wine @ Ainslie Football and Social Club

Enjoy a fantastic five course meal along with specially selected wines from the Taylors' range. At just $45 per person, this is a great night out at fantastic value, 7.00pm for 7.30pm start. To view Taylors' menu please click here. Bookings are essential, please click here to make a booking.

Tuesday, 29 July 2008

$10 Steak Night @ The George Harcourt Inn

It doesn't get any cheaper than this, enjoy a delicious steak for only $10. Value for money plus. Offer last from 6.00pm til 9.00pm, only available on Tuesday nights.

Cheap Meals every Tuesday and Wednesday night! @ ACT Rugby Union Club

Enjoy either Rump Steak, Schnitzel or Blackened Perch for only $9.90 every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 6-9pm.

Food & Wine @ Gungahlin Lakes

Enjoy a fantastic five course meal along with specially selected wines from the Taylors' range. At just $45 per person, this is a great night out at fantastic value, 7.00pm for 7.30pm start. To view Taylors' menu please click here. Bookings are essential, please click here to make a booking.

Wednesday, 30 July 2008

Boss Bartender @ Bacchus Bar @ Hotel Realm

Nominate your boss and you could win a $150 bar voucher for you and your workmates, with your boss pouring the drinks! To enter simply email natalie@hotelrealm.com.au with the following details; Your name, contact details, company, boss’ name, boss’ position and preferred Wednesday night. Good luck and we’ll see you soon at Bacchus Bar, hotel realm.

*Terms and conditions – company must match hotel spend of $150, minimum 10 guests required, bartender must adhere to bar staff instructions at all times, all entries must be received in writing.

Cheap Meals every Tuesday and Wednesday night! @ ACT Rugby Union Club

Enjoy either Rump Steak, Schnitzel or Blackened Perch for only $9.90 every Tuesday and Wednesday night from 6-9pm.

Cook Your Own Steak @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Come down to the Ainslie Bar at Olims Hotel and cook your own steak, just the way you like it for only $7. Wednesday nights only.

Everything is $5 Night @ Transit Bar

Combating this paradigm of mismatched names to pricing structure, Transit Bar introduces to the masses, The (nearly) Everything is $5 Night, Try What You Will, Drink What You Like, Because Everything is $5. Every Wednesday come on down to the Transit Bar and try a rather impressive selection that makes Uncle Cleveland's liquor cabinet look rather undernourished.

Kocktail Saver @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great deal. Enjoy $4 off all cocktails, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Pub Politics @ The George Harcourt Inn

$7 Schnitzels to tempt the wannabe orators and audience, political issues debated in soap box Domain style. 6.00pm til 9.00pm.

Thursday, 31 July 2008

Finn @ National Press Club of Australia

Its blues to cabarock, from their Aussie flavoured ‘blues of opinion’ originals to blues/rock ‘legend’ song classics. A dance floor favourite. 7.00pm til 10.00pm.

Gangbusters @ Bar 32

Gangbusters is like squeezing out a puss filled pimple from the side of your face. It'll only hurt for a little while. And once you've shown your ID flip $5 and get a stamp. Harsh reality. But the rewards will be all yours once you get through the small maze doorway past the pissed off door bitches and soak up the sweat of about 100 other punters all trying to see over each other another smashing indie psych band thrashing around in their own self mutilated pride and hip jeans.

Live from the Underground @ Transit Bar

Catch Ashley Walsh, The Bridge Between, Tabitha Omaji, and more at Transit Bar for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8.00pm. Entry is Free.

Trash Thursday @ Academy

Could Thursday be any hotter right now? Take a full house of totally up for it young clubbers, add some of Canberra’s finest Dj’s and $3 drinks, and you have trash, Canberra’s biggest Thursday night party.

Trivia & Games Night @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Every Thursday come down to Olims for a chance to win great prizes. Join in on all the fun games and trivia throughout the night. $500.00 Cash Draw for Members Only. Come in and ask how to become a member. Starts at 7.30pm, entry is free.

Friday, 1 August 2008

B.A.D - Back Alley Disco @ Academy

Friday night like never before, different entrance, different stage, different sound, different decor and a whole new feel. Forget what you know. It's not a nightclub - it's a Back Alley Disco.

Chris Harland Blues Band @ The Soul Bar

UK ex-pat bluesman layin’ down some classy and classic electric blues!!! – A trio not to be missed. Starts at 6.30pm. Entry is Free.

Double Happiness @ Café in the House

Cosy up in a corner with our new Asian Tapas Yum Cha menu with such dishes as the prawns on sugar cane sticks, chicken on pandan leaves, curry puffs with mint yoghurt and Balinese fried chicken. Enjoy a boutique beer or glass of wine while kicking back to the smooth tunes of resident DJ’s; Ben Hardrew, Chad Sexington, Frank Madrid and Ashley Feraude. Every Friday from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Friday's @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Every Friday come down to Olims, Ainslie Bar and enjoy $2.00 champers, bar snacks and be entertained by live music throughout the night. So bring your work mates down and enjoy the start of your weekend at Ainslie Bar, from 5.00pm.

Happy Hour @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great Happy Hour deal. Enjoy $2 off cocktails and $1 off all other drinks, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Interconnectidness, an exhibition by Timo Nest @ Mount Majura Vineyard

Vivid, the National Photography Festival, will celebrate the vital role of photography in Australian life and history. Over fifty national and ACT-based institutions are collaborating to present exhibitions, conferences and a range of events for photographers, photographic historians and everyone with an interest in photography. Finishes on the 30th of September, contact Mt Majura for more information.

Swing in Style @ Casino Canberra

Catch Swing in Style at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

Saturday, 2 August 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

Con – Trio @ Lerida Estate

Lerida Estate is the Wine Partner of the Canberra Symphony Orchestra and in their barrel room present Con – Trio (Timothy Wickham, Liam Morrissey and Sally Greenaway) will present a relaxed and entertaining afternoon of chamber music that will feature award winning original works by Greenaway, as well as a more familiar selection of light jazz and classical music reflections. Cost $50per head which includes music, wine, canapés, hot choc, mulled wine, tea, coffee and petit fours, 3.30pm start.

Leisa Keen Trio @ Casino Canberra

Catch Leisa Keen Trio at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

Love Saturday @ Academy

Love Saturday is back in 08 with you, a cast of thousands, and the hottest house and electro sound from an all new resident line up including Tim Galvin, DJ Rexy, plus Ashley Feraude, Chris Fraser & Matt Dubya. Make sure you come along on Saturday for Ladies Lounge in the all new Candybar!! FREE cocktails from 10 - 11pm in the Candybar, entry is $10.

Passions of Winter @ Lambert Vineyards

Indulge yourself and taste the passion of an exquisitely prepared meal from our talented team led by Head Chef, Chris Whitlock. Each course will be matched by a superb Lambert Vineyards award winning wine from one of the past 7 vintages. Live music interludes from the trio Los Amigos del Tango , featuring Latin and South American sounds, will complete the experience. $110 5 courses with matching wines, $85 food only, 7.00pm start.

Rev @ Bar 32

Rev is Canberra's weekly club night that aims to please all the Indie, Rock, Punk, Alternate kids that inhabit this strange place we call Canberra. Rev Dj's play all the latest tracks as well as take requests for all your favourite hits to sing and dance to.

Slow Food by the Fireside - Masterclass 1 @ Mount Majura Vineyard

Join Pennie Scott and Annie Sloane from Bush Goddess Foods when they team with David and Mary Booth, producers of organic goat on their property in Cootamundra. An exciting class, where Bush Goddess Foods create two dishes using organic goat meat, with fun and frivolity.

This master class begins promptly at 1 pm. Mount Majura Vineyard (02) 6262 3070. cost $35 per person.

Spin @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and enjoy the resident and guest Dj's, mixing up a storm from 9.00pm til late.

Sunday, 3 August 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

AFL Premiership Season - Western Bulldogs V Sydney @ Manuka Oval

See the Western Bulldogs take on the Sydney Swans at Manuka Oval. Tickets available through Ticketmaster.com.au.

Tuesday, 5 August 2008

Ash Grunwald @ ANU Bar

Ash Grunwald is back with his most adventurous, exciting and accessible album yet; the highly anticipated full length studio release, Fish Out Of Water. The album, in stores late August, sees Ash collaborating with the renowned beats master Countbounce from well-known Australian hip hop outfit, TZU. Tickets are $25.40 and can be purchased at ticketek.com.au, doors open at 8.00pm.

Wednesday, 6 August 2008

Boss Bartender @ Bacchus Bar @ Hotel Realm

Nominate your boss and you could win a $150 bar voucher for you and your workmates, with your boss pouring the drinks! To enter simply email natalie@hotelrealm.com.au with the following details; Your name, contact details, company, boss’ name, boss’ position and preferred Wednesday night. Good luck and we’ll see you soon at Bacchus Bar, hotel realm.

*Terms and conditions – company must match hotel spend of $150, minimum 10 guests required, bartender must adhere to bar staff instructions at all times, all entries must be received in writing.

Cook Your Own Steak @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Come down to the Ainslie Bar at Olims Hotel and cook your own steak, just the way you like it for only $7. Wednesday nights only.

Kocktail Saver @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great deal. Enjoy $4 off all cocktails, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Thursday, 7 August 2008

Gangbusters @ Bar 32

Gangbusters is like squeezing out a puss filled pimple from the side of your face. It'll only hurt for a little while. And once you've shown your ID flip $5 and get a stamp. Harsh reality. But the rewards will be all yours once you get through the small maze doorway past the pissed off door bitches and soak up the sweat of about 100 other punters all trying to see over each other another smashing indie psych band thrashing around in their own self mutilated pride and hip jeans.

Trash Thursday @ Academy

Could Thursday be any hotter right now? Take a full house of totally up for it young clubbers, add some of Canberra’s finest Dj’s and $3 drinks, and you have trash, Canberra’s biggest Thursday night party.

Trivia & Games Night @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Every Thursday come down to Olims for a chance to win great prizes. Join in on all the fun games and trivia throughout the night. $500.00 Cash Draw for Members Only. Come in and ask how to become a member. Starts at 7.30pm, entry is free.

Friday, 8 August 2008

B.A.D - Back Alley Disco @ Academy

Friday night like never before, different entrance, different stage, different sound, different decor and a whole new feel. Forget what you know. It's not a nightclub - it's a Back Alley Disco.

Beijing Race Day @ Thoroughbred Park

Celebrate the opening of the Olympic games at Thoroughbred Park with Lisa Curry-Kenny, Tatiana Grigorieva and other former Olympians. Lunch and beverages will be served from 12.00-5.00pm. Tickets are $85pp.

Double Happiness @ Café in the House

Cosy up in a corner with our new Asian Tapas Yum Cha menu with such dishes as the prawns on sugar cane sticks, chicken on pandan leaves, curry puffs with mint yoghurt and Balinese fried chicken. Enjoy a boutique beer or glass of wine while kicking back to the smooth tunes of resident DJ’s; Ben Hardrew, Chad Sexington, Frank Madrid and Ashley Feraude. Every Friday from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Friday's @ Ainslie Bar @ Olims Hotel

Every Friday come down to Olims, Ainslie Bar and enjoy $2.00 champers, bar snacks and be entertained by live music throughout the night. So bring your work mates down and enjoy the start of your weekend at Ainslie Bar, from 5.00pm.

Happy Hour @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and take advantage of this great Happy Hour deal. Enjoy $2 off cocktails and $1 off all other drinks, from 5.00pm til 8.00pm.

Latin Quarter @ Casino Canberra

Catch Latin Quarter at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

Queen Juanita & the Zydeco @ The Soul Bar

Queen Juanita and her band celebrate the exquisite melting pot of sounds of Louisiana covering Zydeco, Cajun, Swing Blues and Jazz, Creole, Reggae and Western Swing. Be ready to dance and to party. Starts at 6.30pm. Entry is Free.

The Herd @ ANU Bar

Fresh from the release of their fourth album Summerland (which debuted at #7 on the ARIA album chart), The Herd’s enviable live reputation gets wilder, with an unpredictable 8-person dynamic and a backdrop of visuals decorating the stage.

New songs, new arrangements, new destinations remixes, covers; the perfect ingredients for a hot and hyped Summerland tour. Tickets are $27.70 and are on sale now through ticketek.com.au. Doors open at 8.00pm.

Saturday, 9 August 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.

Interconnectidness, an exhibition by Timo Nest @ Mount Majura Vineyard

Vivid, the National Photography Festival, will celebrate the vital role of photography in Australian life and history. Over fifty national and ACT-based institutions are collaborating to present exhibitions, conferences and a range of events for photographers, photographic historians and everyone with an interest in photography. Finishes on the 30th of September, contact Mt Majura for more information.

Love Saturday @ Academy

Love Saturday is back in 08 with you, a cast of thousands, and the hottest house and electro sound from an all new resident line up including Tim Galvin, DJ Rexy, plus Ashley Feraude, Chris Fraser & Matt Dubya. Make sure you come along on Saturday for Ladies Lounge in the all new Candybar!! FREE cocktails from 10 - 11pm in the Candybar, entry is $10.

My Fair Lady @ Canberra Theatre Centre

My Fair Lady is one of the largest productions ever to come to the Canberra Theatre Centre. Direct from a successful opening season in Melbourne earlier this year, My Fair Lady features the finest voices of Opera Australia accompanied by the Canberra Symphony Orchestra.

With extraordinary set and wardrobe designs requiring 7 semi-trailers to transport - My Fair Lady will surely be a delight for the senses!

More info»

Quartessence @ Casino Canberra

Catch Quartessence at Casino Canberra for a night of live and raw entertainment, from 8pm til late. Entry is Free.

Rev @ Bar 32

Rev is Canberra's weekly club night that aims to please all the Indie, Rock, Punk, Alternate kids that inhabit this strange place we call Canberra. Rev Dj's play all the latest tracks as well as take requests for all your favourite hits to sing and dance to.

Spin @ Kremlin Bar

Come down to Kremlin Bar and enjoy the resident and guest Dj's, mixing up a storm from 9.00pm til late.

Trio Tamburlaine @ Lerida Estate

Lerida Estate is the Wine Partner of the Canberra Symphony Orchestra and in their barrel room present, Trio Tamburlaine (Philippa Thompson, Ewan Foster, Shahn Paterson) will perform gems of the string trio repertoire including a range of Haydn’s late trios, contrasting their robust good humour with the work of his younger, more tempestuous contemporary, Ludwig van Beethoven. Cost $55.00 per head and includes music, wine, canapés, hot choc, mulled wine, tea, coffee and petit fours, 3.30pm start.

Sunday, 10 August 2008

$15 Lunch Special @ Belgian Beer Café

Come down to Belgian Beer Cafe and enjoy their $15 lunch special, half a kilo of mussels and a Stella, lunch sessions only.