Bars, Bands and Riots: Newcastle Music Tour

Bands Bars Riots: A music walking tour of Newcastle

Discover the live music of Newcastle's most iconic area on this exclusive walking tour through Newcastle's most storied venues.
Uncover the story of the recording studio hidden inside a 100-year-old pub, the band that accidentally burned down a venue, the festival that is related to a 77-square-metre bar, and the venues that kept Newcastle's music scene alive when everything else shut down, all while enjoying drinks at the historic locations where it all happened.
Each venue stop reveals another layer of the precinct's remarkable and sometimes chaotic music past. You may even encounter special guest appearances along the way. You'll also stop for a cheese and charcuterie board to keep you fuelled for the journey.

Tickets are $65 per person, which includes your cheese and charcuterie board stop. and venue entry. Purchase your own drinks at each stop. Come thirsty for both beverages and untold stories.

FAQs
Where do we meet?
We start the tour on the corner of 635 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300. located diagonally opposite KFC. Please meet your tour host here 10 minutes prior to the tour start time.

Are there age limits?
This tour is strictly for 18+ only.

What's included in the ticket price?
Your $65 ticket includes the guided walking tour, any venue entry fees and a cheese and charcuterie board stop along the way. Drinks are purchased separately at each venue.

Do we need to buy a drink at every venue?
Each venue is licensed and drinks can be purchased at venues as part of the event. There will be a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available at every venue. Patrons are not required to purchase a drink at every tour stop. Please drink responsibly. All RSA rules will be followed.

Do we need ID?
You may be asked to provide ID for entry to venues. Please bring your ID with you.

How long is the tour?
The tour goes for approximately 2 hours and includes 6 stops.

Do you offer free entry for Companion Card holders, and who can I contact about access needs?

Yes, Companion Card holders attend free. Please just send us a message so we can have an accurate expected headcount.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Partially. These tours visit independent venues in older (sometimes heritage) buildings, and most have a short step or two at the entrance. Wheelchair users with some mobility who can navigate the entry will generally find the venue itself manageable once inside. If you are a wheelchair user, please reach out so we can understand your access needs and plan accordingly.