Friction celebrates 25 years of clubbing with a very special milestone event as the legendary Global Underground brand comes to Canberra. 

Headlining the celebration are two of the most respected artists in progressive and underground house music: James Zabiela and Danny Howells.

Alpha Fest – The Mateship Muster is happening Saturday, May 30 at the iconic Sandstone Point.

Tickets are just $99, with VIP packages available. There is limited accommodation available at Sandstone Point, and if you miss out, there’s plenty more options around Bribie Island, plus a bus service running from Brisbane through to the Sunshine Coast to make getting there easy.

DARWIN, get ready to raise your glasses because The Top End Gin Festival is BACK!

Lineup

MISSY HIGGINS 

COTERIE 

CLUB SOL

CHUNKY DIP 

+ Discotheque 

On Saturday 30th May 2026 the Top End Gin Festival returns to the iconic Darwin Ski Club, bringing you an unforgettable day of gin, live entertainment, and the best beachside vibes.

DOORS OPEN 7:00

SHOW START 8:00

Since releasing her career defining album DEAR JOHN in 2022, Sam Buckingham has built a cult like following on the Australian live circuit.

The Sundari is performed by Vidya Vox and Indian born Pop Singer, coming to Australia for her first ever tour. Performing in Sydney on 30^th May 2026

In the past Australia was known for many famous bands over the years, like that of AC/DC, INXS, Rose Tattoo, but, it still remains "The Undiscovered Country" of true and real Heavy Metal. Isolation has meant that ONLY strongest bands survive and evolve, whilst many others die a quick death, almost as if they had never existed. This unique condition has helped to produce Australia's long running indomitable modern Thrash Metal band, DARK ORDER. 

MELBOURNE! Strap yourselves in because the world's LARGEST BINGO RAVE is heading to 170 Russell!

DUBLIN / TEXAS / NEW YORK / VANCOUVER / LONDON / EDINBURGH / DUBAI / SYDNEY

Gear up for a night of bingo complete with bass rumbling RAVE ROUNDS, petrifying lip-sync battles, dance-offs, confetti cannons and spine-chilling special effects, comedian MCs, dancers, crazy theatrics and of course thrilling prizes; shenanigans are mandatory!

Game Two is our legendary Fun Game - and this year, YOU get to help shape the madness.

We’re handing the theme over to the fans! Head to our socials, cast your vote, and decide what wild, wonderful, or downright ridiculous theme will take over the track. Will it be glitter and glam? Heroes and villains? Something completely unexpected? The choice is yours.

Our bar is normally open Thursday to Sunday, 4pm–late, but tonight we’re booked out for a special celebration.

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The Melbourne Soul Weekender is one of Australia’s premier rare soul events, attracting DJ’s and punters from around the country and overseas.  From humble beginnings in 2009, the annual event has showcased the best in rare soul from 1960’s up-tempo stormers to modern dancefloor fillers and everything in between on original vinyl. Get ready to be transported back in time to the golden age of soul music.