What's On at 170 Russell, Melbourne

Explore 68 concerts at 170 Russell in Melbourne, Australia.

About 170 Russell

170 Russell is a live music venue in Melbourne. Gigvault tracks every show that has happened here — setlists, attended bands and the fans who were there. Browse the venue's full concert history, see who recently played and find friends who were at the same show.

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170 Russell on record

Gigvault documents 68 concerts at 170 Russell, spanning 2014 to 2026. The busiest year on record is 2026, with 39 shows. 63 different acts have played here, and Balu Brigada has come back most often (2 times).

170 Russell — Venue information

Step onto Russell Street and find yourself drawn into the pulsing heart of Melbourne's live music landscape at 170 Russell. This storied hall, once a cinema, now reverberates with the raw energy of rock, the thumping bass of electronic acts, and the intricate melodies of indie darlings. Expect an intimate yet expansive experience, where the historic architecture meets cutting-edge sound, creating a visceral connection between artist and audience. It's a place where iconic international acts rub shoulders with homegrown talent, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of the city's vibrant nocturnal pulse. From sweat-soaked mosh pits to euphoric dance floors, 170 Russell consistently delivers unforgettable nights that cement its status as a vital artery in Melbourne's musical veins.

Recent bands at 170 Russell

• deca joins
• Sparta
• Slow Pilot
• The Early November
• Haute & Freddy
• Drain
• Rachel Chiniouriri
• Sleep Theory

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Concerts at 170 Russell

• The Omnific · 2026-10-16
• Soen · 2026-10-16
• Rebirth Brass Band · 2026-10-18
• RealYungPhil · 2026-10-23
• Plain White T's · 2026-10-31
• No Cigar · 2026-10-17
• La Dispute · 2026-10-20
• La Dispute · 2026-10-19
• Krowdexx · 2026-10-25
• Holding Absence · 2026-08-16
• From Ashes to New · 2026-10-11

Concerts at 170 Russell by month

When 170 Russell was busiest, and who was on stage.

• June 2026 — 5 concerts: PeelingFlesh, The Word Alive, Escape the Fate, Balu Brigada
• May 2026 — 6 concerts: Hot Milk, Of Mice & Men, Quadeca, Angel Du$t, Superheaven
• April 2026 — 9 concerts: Maxïmo Park, Hands Like Houses, Hot Mulligan, Teenage Joans, nothing,nowhere., sace6
• March 2026 — 3 concerts: Rain City Drive, Melrose Avenue, Arrows in Action
• February 2026 — 3 concerts: Broadside, Jensen McRae, VOILÀ
• November 2025 — 2 concerts: Midnight Til Morning, South Summit
• June 2025 — 4 concerts: Venjent, Old Mervs, Psycroptic, Thaiboy Digital
• May 2025 — 3 concerts: Ocean Sleeper, Trophy Eyes, HEAVENSGATE
• June 2023 — 2 concerts: Yerin Baek, Ocean Sleeper
• July 2022 — 2 concerts: daine, Short Stack

Concerts at 170 Russell with setlists

The most recent shows here for which Gigvault holds a full song list.

• Banks Arcade — 2026-10-11, 5 songs played
• London Calling — 2026-08-21, 1 song played
• South Summit — 2026-07-18, 15 songs played
• PeelingFlesh — 2026-06-14, 4 songs played
• The Word Alive — 2026-06-13, 9 songs played
• Escape the Fate — 2026-06-13, 16 songs played
• Balu Brigada — 2026-06-04, 19 songs played
• Balu Brigada — 2026-06-03, 18 songs played
• Hot Milk — 2026-05-20, 17 songs played
• Of Mice & Men — 2026-05-08, 13 songs played

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