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Gigs and concerts on around Canberra in the weeks ahead.

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By The Daily Canberra · Published 24 June 2026, 7:58 pm

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Updated 4 h ago· 12 July 2026, 12:45 pm

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There's something special about live music filling a room on a Friday night, and Canberra's got some great options coming up for anyone after a dose of live sound. Whether you're keen on jazz, indie, or just discovering something new, venues around town are putting on performances worth checking out.

Gang Gang Cafe and Bar in Downer is shaping up to be a real hub for live music this season, hosting everything from weekly jazz sessions to special touring acts. If you're after consistent good vibes, Friday Night Jazz is a regular fixture worth exploring. For something different, catch touring act Cut Worms from the USA, who's bringing special guest John Andrews along for the ride. And if you're in the mood for something heavier, Buzz Kull - Deep Hate Live in Canberra is coming through.

Over in Macquarie, Canberra Southern Cross Club is hosting Jazz @ Jamison, featuring Bonnie Kay and the Sweet Patooties. It's a great reminder that live jazz is alive and well right across the city, in venues both intimate and welcoming.

What is on

  • Friday Night Jazz, Fri, 26 June, 6:00 pm, Gang Gang Cafe and Bar, Downer, Free Details and bookings
  • Buzz Kull - Deep Hate Live in Canberra, Sat, 27 June, 7:00 pm, Gang Gang Cafe and Bar, Downer, $25 Details and bookings
  • Cut Worms (USA) with special guest John Andrews, Thu, 9 July, 7:00 pm, Gang Gang Cafe and Bar, Downer, $35 Details and bookings
  • Jazz @ Jamison: Bonnie Kay and the Sweet Patooties, Sun, 12 July, 1:00 pm, Canberra Southern Cross Club, Jamison, Macquarie Details and bookings

Sources: ganggangcafe.com.au, canberrajazzclub.com.

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