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Barwon Club Hotel The Barwon Club Hotel is Geelong’s premier live music venue situated in South Geelong, Victoria. Plenty of free, overnight, parking surrounds us.
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Situated close to bus stops, a 10 minute walk to South Geelong train station and approximately 1 hour 13 minute drive and/or train ride from Melbourne city - The BC is easily accessible and central to neighbouring suburbs, Surf Coast towns and the Bellarine Peninsula. A block from the Kardinia Park precinct (GMHBA Stadium), home of the Geelong Cats and various major sporting events. Established in 1859, The Barwon Club Hotel is Geelong’s premier live music venue that plays host to an array of weekly gigs, high school performances, annual festivals and fundraiser events featuring local, interstate and international acts. Whilst The BC has a lengthy rock history, hitting strongly through the 80’s and 90’s, they continue to welcome all original live music acts.

Born in Uruguay and now based in Byron Bay, Australia, Felipe Baldomir is a coastal indie-folk singer-songwriter and mul...
20/10/2026

Born in Uruguay and now based in Byron Bay, Australia, Felipe Baldomir is a coastal indie-folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music reflects a life shaped by different coastlines, cultures and communities.

With his fourth studio album, Beach Day (November 2026), Felipe is entering his biggest chapter yet, taking his music across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, the UK, South Africa and South America throughout 2026–2027 including a stopover in Geelong on 29th January 2027.

Beach Day is a feel-good collection of songs inspired by life on the Australian coastline. It’s upbeat, indie, fresh and just a lot of fun — music made to put a smile on your face at any time of day.

The album has a sound of its own, shaped by Felipe’s love of outdoor living, surfing and the feeling of freedom that comes with life on the road. Alongside the music, he has created a Beach Day Art Collection to bring the world of the record to life beyond the songs.

At the centre of the project is Felipe’s live show. A multi-instrumentalist and live-looping artist, he layers groovy guitar riffs, drums, keys, synths and saxophone in real time to create a dynamic, full-band sound while performing solo.

What started with busking, van life and backyard shows has grown over the years into sold-out headline shows and festival stages around the world.

“The dream for me has always been to take the music to all corners of the world, connect with like-minded people and experience new cultures whereverthe music takes me.

”Felipe’s first three albums —Nature Speaks (2018),Only Light (2021) andTides (2024) — each mark a different chapter in the journey, evolving hissound while staying rooted in nature, freedom, connection and life on the road.

Now comes Beach Dayand the biggest chapter yet. A new album, a new show and a whole lot of new places to go.

Tix Onsale Now via Oztix

A quick heads up that we'll be closed to the general public this Wednesday for Geelong Cup Day, but BC Bootscootin' is s...
20/10/2026

A quick heads up that we'll be closed to the general public this Wednesday for Geelong Cup Day, but BC Bootscootin' is still going ahead! Entry for the class is via the Bandroom door from 6:30pm.

Friday night, Portal Gun launch their new single 'Cosmic Train' with a night of funk and psych rock, supported by Garden Lane + Chrome Gypsy.

Saturday gets a little heavier as Dreadnaught bring their Regional Reign of Despair tour to the Bandroom with Fall & Resist + Godspeed.

Then wind down Sunday with bluesman Marshall Okell, live and free in the Front Bar from 3pm to 6pm.

Tickets for Bandroom gigs available via our website!

Following a sold-out ‘ WAITiNG FOR THE DAY REDUX TOUR 2027 ’ , Bachelor Girl are embarking on their biggest tour yet — 3...
20/10/2026

Following a sold-out ‘ WAITiNG FOR THE DAY REDUX TOUR 2027 ’ , Bachelor Girl are embarking on their biggest tour yet — 30+ dates across Australia in 2027 with a stop in Geelong at The Barwon Club on Saturday 13th March, 2027 from 7:30pm.

A bold reimagining of their debut ARIA-winning breakthrough album that launched them into Australian music history, ‘ Waiting for the Day: Artist Sessions ’ celebrates the Aussie duo's much-loved deep cuts and timeless hits including Buses and Trains , Treat Me Good , Permission to Shine and Lucky Me .

Live on stage with their powerhouse band, Tania Doko and James Roche reveal new arrangements, vocal artistry, cinematic textures and electronic flourishes, transforming these cherished songs and uncovering new emotional depths.

Stripped-back moments sit alongside soaring reinventions, bringing a contemporary, adventurous energy to the songs that defined a generation. And beyond the music, Tania and James share stories from the making of their 2026 No.2 ARIA-charting album ; the ambitious '15 tracks-15 artists' journey behind the Artist Sessions featuring some of Australia ’ s finest artists, including Delta Goodrem, Guy Sebastian, Jessica Mauboy and Darren Hayes.

A celebration of legacy. A fearless reinvention. Bachelor Girl 2027 - full of fresh REDUX fire

Tickets Onsale Now Via Oztix

Presale $60 incl b/f / Doors $65
Doors 7:30pm
Special Guests - TBA

Marshall Okell live in the BC Frontbar on Sunday 25th October from 3pm - 6pm Live & Free!Marshall Okell is a Byron Bay b...
19/10/2026

Marshall Okell live in the BC Frontbar on Sunday 25th October from 3pm - 6pm Live & Free!

Marshall Okell is a Byron Bay blues and roots powerhouse known for raw vocals, driving guitar and high-energy performances.

Whether playing solo or fronting Marshall and The Fro, he combines blues, rock, country and swamp-soaked grooves into a live show that has reached stages including Byron Bluesfest, Woodford Folk Festival and Blues on Broadbeach.

Happy Hour from 4:30pm - 6:30pm


$8 schooners

$12 Cocktail Specials including Margaritas + Espresso Martinis

plus $20 Lunch & Dinner Specials.

www.marshallandthefro.com

A quick heads up!The BC will be closed to the general public this Wednesday 21 October for Geelong Cup Day.Our BC Bootsc...
19/10/2026

A quick heads up!

The BC will be closed to the general public this Wednesday 21 October for Geelong Cup Day.

Our BC Bootscootin’ classes are still going ahead as usual! If you're planning to come in for a meal or drinks, you'll need to purchase a ticket to the event to enter the venue.

We'll be back to normal trading on Thursday!

SUNDAYS AT THE BC: RECOVERY SESSION! SUNDAY 8th NOVEMBER 2026!Back it up at the Barwon Club with a Free Sunday Arvo Reco...
16/10/2026

SUNDAYS AT THE BC: RECOVERY SESSION! SUNDAY 8th NOVEMBER 2026!

Back it up at the Barwon Club with a Free Sunday Arvo Recovery Session of live music featuring Grytt, Lunatic, Le Bonge, Rockatanski, Split State and Sharkjaw. From fuzz-heavy rock to gritty guitars and alternative sounds, five bands take over the BC Bandroom for your post RR weekend recovery at the BC.

GRYTT
Geelong rockers with deep local roots, featuring Ben Watkins of Warped and Justin “Buzz” Munday of Bored! Their sound brings together rough-edged rock ’n’ roll, punk attitude and noise-rock grit.

LUNATIC
Melbourne’s Lunatic specialise in loud, fuzz-soaked rock. Led by guitarist and vocalist Pugs Lyngcoln, they bring feedback-heavy guitars and a direct, full-volume approach.

LE BONGE is on a part time mission to reverse engineer something cool . Start with the story and make up the characters. Equal parts crunch and fuzz , mystery and familiarity . A true lifestyle band

ROCKATANSKI
The band's sonic identity blends classic Aussie pub rock nostalgia with the heavy grit of stoner rock, fast-paced punk, and an occasional macabre alternative country twis

SPLIT STATE
An emerging presence on Geelong’s live circuit, Split State combine melodic alternative rock with chunky guitar riffs and an energetic stage presence.

SHARKJAW
Formerly known as Rising Tides, Sharkjaw are a rising local act delivering hard-edged alternative rock and fresh energy to the Geelong scene.

Happy Hour from 4:30pm - 6:30pm

$12 Cocktail Specials 12noon - 6pm

$20 Meal Specials

Free Entry

Doors 1pm

Friday arvo at The BC 🍻Grab a few mates, have a game of pool and enjoy a couple of cold ones.Happy Hour runs from 4:30pm...
16/10/2026

Friday arvo at The BC 🍻

Grab a few mates, have a game of pool and enjoy a couple of cold ones.

Happy Hour runs from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with drink specials, free bar snacks, the Members Draw (up to $500 bar tab/venue voucher) and Marra's Meat Raffle.

See you at the bar!

Thursday means Steak Night at The BC 🥩Choose from rump, T-bone or porterhouse, available from 5:30pm.Book a table and co...
15/10/2026

Thursday means Steak Night at The BC 🥩

Choose from rump, T-bone or porterhouse, available from 5:30pm.

Book a table and come hungry.

Country Struts is back Wednesday with beginner friendly boot scootin’ classes, followed by Chrome Gypsy with Feedback + ...
13/10/2026

Country Struts is back Wednesday with beginner friendly boot scootin’ classes, followed by Chrome Gypsy with Feedback + Keystone Species on Friday night.

Saturday brings Stars & Bars Festival Geelong with The Seven Ups, Magpie Diaries, Nathan Seeckts + DJ Chunky Love, before Karl S. Williams takes over the Front Bar for a free Sunday arvo session from 3pm.

Check out the gig guide and grab your tickets via our website!

Karl S. Williams live in the BC Frontbar on Sunday 18th October from 3pm - 6pm Live & Free!Karl S. Williams is an award-...
12/10/2026

Karl S. Williams live in the BC Frontbar on Sunday 18th October from 3pm - 6pm Live & Free!

Karl S. Williams is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose commanding voice and intense performances draw from country blues, gospel and mountain music.

Playing piano, guitar and banjo, Karl delivers songs filled with grit, spirituality and emotional weight, earning two Queensland Music Awards and recognition as Gold Coast Music Awards Artist of the Year.

Happy Hour from 4:30pm - 6:30pm with $8 schooners
$12 Margaritas + Espresso Martinis at the bar
plus $20 Lunch & Dinner Specials.

www.karlswilliams.com

Karl S. Williams

Address

509 Moorabool Street
Geelong, VIC
3220

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 10pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 12am
Friday 11:30am - 11pm
Saturday 11:30am - 1am
Sunday 11:30am - 10pm

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