Live at the Gardens Returns in 2026 with a Massive Lineup of Local Icons and Global Heavyhitters

Melbourne’s lushest live music series is coming back bigger, brighter and bolder than ever.

After wrapping its third sold-out season just days ago, Live at the Gardens has confirmed its return to the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne next March — and the 2026 lineup is nothing short of magic.

Across two dreamy, open-air weekends (6–8 March and 13–15 March), the Observatory Precinct will once again transform into the city’s most breathtaking outdoor stage, delivering a world-class concert experience under the stars. MG Live has unveiled the first five shows for the season, featuring a genre-spanning mix of beloved Australian artists and internationally renowned trailblazers.

Live At The Gardens March 2026 Season

Friday 6 March, 2026 – Marlon Williams

Special guests Emma Donovan and Kee’ahn

Saturday 7 March, 2026 – Thelma Plum and Sons Of The East

Special guest Jem Cassar-Daley

Sunday 8 March, 2026 *Public Holiday Eve – Leftfield

Special guests Paul Mac (DJ Set) and Late Nite Tuff Guy

Friday 13 March, 2026 – Cut Copy

Special guests Todd Terje, CC:DISCO!, Crazy P (DJ Set), Colette

Sunday 15 March, 2026 – Bliss n Eso

Special guests Drapht and Horrorshow

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Opening night on Friday 6 March welcomes Aotearoa’s own Marlon Williams, whose spellbinding blend of alt-country, folk and cinematic indie has earned him global acclaim. With his new te reo Māori album Te Whare Tīwekaweka topping charts across New Zealand and Australia, Williams will bring his unmistakable voice and haunting storytelling to the Gardens. Rising powerhouse Emma Donovan and the divine Kee’ahn round out an all-killer, all-soul bill.

Saturday 7 March turns the Gardens into a haven for exceptional songwriting, headlined by the incomparable Thelma Plum. Fresh off multiple ARIA nods and two Top 10 albums, Plum’s heart-tugging lyricism and cultural power make her one of the nation’s most impactful artists. Joining her are festival favourites Sons of the East, whose sun-drenched folk-pop has taken them to global stages and earned them a 2025 ARIA nomination, with the mesmerising Jem Cassar-Daley opening the night.

Sunday 8 March belongs to the dancefloor, with Leftfield making their first Australian appearance in eight years. The electronic pioneers, responsible for the game-changing Leftism and Rhythm & Stealth, will bring seismic bass, rave energy and decades of innovation to the Gardens. Iconic producer Paul Mac (DJ Set) and techno titan Late Nite Tuff Guy complete a lineup guaranteed to shake the earth (and every ribcage within 500 metres).

The following weekend launches Friday 13 March with a euphoric hometown homecoming: Cut Copy. The Grammy-nominated electronic legends return with tracks from their new record Moments, alongside the synth-pop anthems that defined a generation. They’re joined by an elite crew of international and local favourites — Todd Terje, CC:DISCO!, Crazy P (DJ Set) and Colette — for a night built for dancing until your feet stop cooperating.

Closing the 2026 season on Sunday 15 March are Australian hip hop titans Bliss n Eso, bringing their stadium-sized energy, five #1 albums and towering legacy to the stage. Fresh off a national run that sold more than 30,000 tickets, they’re joined by ARIA-winning firestarter Drapht and beloved duo Horrorshow, turning the Gardens into one huge, heartfelt celebration of Aussie hip hop.

From indie to electronica, soul to hip hop, global icons to homegrown heroes — Live at the Gardens 2026 is shaping up to be its most dazzling season yet.

Presale kicks off Monday 8 December at 11am AEDT, with general tickets on sale Wednesday 10 December at 12pm AEDT.

Tickets go on sale Wednesday 10 December. This one will disappear fast — don’t sleep on it. All ticketing and event information liveathegardens.com.au