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SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH the hornets
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… The Hornets.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
A. GOW & J. LAFFER IN THE SALOON BAR
a. gow & j. laffer
Jae Laffer (The Panics) and Alexander Gow (Oh Mercy) co-headline The Railway Hotel's Saloon Bar the first two Saturdays of May, 6-8pm.
Laffer and Gow, both ARIA award winners, will play a selection of their critically acclaimed catalogues with a stripped-back trio accompaniment.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH moonee valley drifters
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Moonee Valley Drifters.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
BOCCE
BOCCE live in the ballroom
Nipaluna / Hobart five-piece BOCCE bring their new single ‘Waste My Time’ to Melbourne for their maiden interstate headline show at the Railway Hotel.
Fresh off a turbulent year of change - moving countries, shifting careers, and throwing caution to the wind - the band return with a renewed sense of purpose, blending surf-tinged indie with ‘90s nostalgia and a sharpened maturity.
Joined by local favourites Swim State, this marks the first chance to catch BOCCE’s new chapter live.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
ROMANIE
romanie live in the ballroom
Multi-award-winning Naarm/Melbourne-via-Belgium indie musician Romanie will launch her sophomore LP It’s Not That Funny at Railway Hotel this May.
It’s Not That Funny is Romanie’s most expansive and emotionally direct work to date. Moving between chaos and calm, anguish and optimism, the record explores trauma, healing and growth with raw lyricism and a growing grit in her sound. Featuring collaborations with Hamish Mitchell (Armlock), Tom Stell (Golden Features) and Adam Hyde (Peking Duk/Keli Holiday), the album builds on the candid storytelling that defined her debut while pushing further into heavier, bass-driven territory.
The night marks a full-circle moment: the official video for focus track ‘Falling’ was filmed at the Railway Hotel during Romanie’s birthday celebration, where friends showed up in wedding dresses in a tribute to community and connection. That same spirit of vulnerability, joy and togetherness sits at the heart of the album and will shape this special launch. Feel free to dust off your wedding dresses again and come get married to your friends!
Special opening act are Romanie’s dear friends Jeane, thoughtfully chosen for the occasion. The day before the show, Romanie and Jeane will be writing a brand new song together and sharing it on stage at the launch in whatever form it’s taken; raw, unfinished, or something entirely unexpected. It’s a one-off collaboration, so come early and be part of it.
Joined by her band, Romanie will perform It’s Not That Funny live in full, bringing its intimate and powerful moments to the stage in the very room where part of its story was captured.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH steve hoy
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Steve Hoy.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
AKASA
akasa live in the ballroom
AKASA! Mesmerising vocal harmonies intertwined with dynamic percussion
Vocal harmonies and dynamic percussion create the sound that is AKASA.
This Melbourne-based group performs passionate, rhythmic songs, combining exceptional songwriting and musicality to create a truly distinctive Australian voice. Influenced by sounds and cultural movements from across the globe, AKASA’s music is both relevant and empowering.
Formed in 1998, AKASA performed, toured, and recorded together nationally and internationally for 15 years. Recently, after a 10-year hiatus, they have reunited in song, enjoying their soulful sisterhood and reigniting their passion for original vocal and percussion repertoire. Returning from a concert and workshop tour of the NSW Mid North Coast, AKASA is back in Melbourne for this very special performance.
Support by Brazilian Choir – BORBOLETA PRETA
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH greg champion’s montmorency moonlight ramblers
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Greg Champion’s Montmorency Moonlight Ramblers.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
LIAM WRIGHT AND HIS BAND WITH MAGGIE ALLEY
LIAM WRIGHT AND HIS BAND live in the ballroom
Liam Wright is an Australian singer-songwriter who bleeds folk and rock with heartfelt storytelling.
Influenced by artists such as Neil Young, The War on Drugs and Wilco, Liam’s music shares that classic and timeless feeling and is best heard loud and in person with his star-studded band.
This May he heads to the Ballroom at the Railway Fitzroy North with his gang of talented musicians, playing a special one off show to launch his latest single. His first release since his 2024 debut album “Old Flame”.
Joined by Maggie Alley.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH yolanda ingley ii band
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Yolanda Ingley II Band.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
A. GOW & J. LAFFER IN THE SALOON BAR
a. gow & j. laffer
Jae Laffer (The Panics) and Alexander Gow (Oh Mercy) co-headline The Railway Hotel's Saloon Bar the first two Saturdays of May, 6-8pm.
Laffer and Gow, both ARIA award winners, will play a selection of their critically acclaimed catalogues with a stripped-back trio accompaniment.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH yolanda ingley band
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Yolanda Ingley Band.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH TOM AND JERRY
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Tom and Jerry.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
MÁQUINA PELIGROSA
mÁquina peligrosa live in the ballroom
Máquina Peligrosa sling a high-impact blend of psychedelic mutant garage with surf and punk overtones.
Their name is Spanish for “Dangerous Machine” and true to their name - they bring sweat-drenched energy, razor-sharp swagger and butt shaking tunes.
Having released several singles, sold out 7" vinyl release shows and a bunch of airplay in 2025 - Máquina are again fresh out of the studio with new music, so come and witness it in the flesh and pick up a copy of the new 7" This is a band built for the live stage.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
SHREEJA CHATURVEDI - STAND UP COMEDY
SHREEJA CHATURVEDI COMEDY
Back with her new hour, Shreeja seems to be angrier than usual. She attacks the people she loves, and disses everything she holds dear, all from her ancestral pedestal. Come watch her watch you with disdain.
Note* - Show is in Hindi Language.
Seating is unallocated and available on a first-come, first-served basis. To be seated together, please arrive at the venue as a group. We can’t guarantee seats together if you arrive late or separately.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH mooney valley drifters
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Moonee Valley Drifters.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
HICKTOWN BARNABY
HICKTOWN BARNABY live in the ballroom
Hicktown Barnaby is taking to the sky for roughly two hours and thirty minutes before landing back down on the ground again for their first ever interstate headline show.
They are even taking two separate planes. This is outrageous. They will be playing at the Railway Hotel on the 11th of April alongside Private Mountain and Scowls.
I promise this show is real. Come and see for yourself if you don’t believe me.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
OJIAJI WITH QUARTZ PISTOL
OJIAJI LIVE IN THE BALLROOM
Born in Japan and raised in Australia, OjiAji aka Ryotaro is a multifaceted artist whose music serves as a bridge between his dual identities and addresses the challenges of mental health within the context of his unique background.
From his formative years spent in Cairns, Australia, attending his father's live music venue, to his emergence as a prominent figure in the Australian music scene, OjiAji's journey is marked by resilience, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of artistic expression.
OjiAji moved to Melbourne in 2018 and released a debut album ‘Irene’ with collective Izy to great acclaim in 2021. ‘Irene’ has sold over 500 copies on vinyl, and was nominated for the 2022 Australian Music Prize.
OjiAji has played a number of significant festivals around Australia including Laneway Festival, Sun Cycle, Womadelaide, Strawberry Fields, Hopkins Creek, Jungle Love, Woodford Folk Festival & The Reclink Community Cup. OjiAji has also been a session player for the likes of Joey Bada$$, Tiana Khasi, Jada Weazel, Miss Kaninna, Close Counters, Kee,ahn, Jerome Thomas, Owelu Dreamhouse and more
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH the hornets
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… The Hornets.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
XANI
XANI live in the ballroom
Naarm-based electric violinist/vocalist Xani is about to head off to Europe/UK for two months. So she’s throwing a going-away party gig. Xani will be performing with her trio featuring Justin Olsson (drums) and Meg Kolac (bass).
Xani had a huge 2025. Her recent album “Keep Moving” was nominated for the Australian Music Prize, and she performed at Tallinn Music Week (Estonia) and SXSW London. She also opened for Hania Rani and the legendary John Cale.
Special guests to be announced.
Please note: Limited seating is available in the bandroom. Seating is determined on a first in, best dressed basis.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH GREG CHAMPION’s montmorency moonlight ramblers
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Greg Champion’s Montmorency Moonlight Ramblers
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNNY MORRIS WITH JARROW
SUNNY MORRIS MARCH RESIDENCY
Sunny Morris is playing the newly minted Railway Hotel Ballroom every Friday in March! With a bag of new songs, Sunny will be playing both solo and with her band, joined by special guests. Grab a cheap ticket and come check out the new Ballroom and new songs!
Catch Sunny Morris playing with her band on Fri 27 Mar, supported by Jarrow.
Please note: seating is determined on a first in, best dressed basis.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH Don Hillman’s Secret Beach
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Don Hillman's Secret Beach.
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNNY MORRIS WITH KIT ZEPHYR
SUNNY MORRIS MARCH RESIDENCY
Sunny Morris is playing the newly minted Railway Hotel Ballroom every Friday in March! With a bag of new songs, Sunny will be playing both solo and with her band, joined by special guests. Grab a cheap ticket and come check out the new Ballroom and new songs!
Catch Sunny Morris playing solo on Fri 20 Mar, supported by Kit Zephyr.
Please note: seating is determined on a first in, best dressed basis.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH JANE CLIFTON
Sunday Sessions
Head down for the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Jane Clifton!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNNY MORRIS WITH IMOGEN CYGLER
SUNNY MORRIS MARCH RESIDENCY
Sunny Morris is playing the newly minted Railway Hotel Ballroom every Friday in March! With a bag of new songs, Sunny will be playing both solo and with her band, joined by special guests. Grab a cheap ticket and come check out the new Ballroom and new songs!
Catch Sunny Morris playing with her band on Fri 13 Mar, supported by Imogen Cygler.
Please note: seating is determined on a first in, best dressed basis.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH WOLF AND WILLIE
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Wolf and Willie
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNNY MORRIS WITH JACOB DIAMOND
SUNNY MORRIS MARCH RESIDENCY
Sunny Morris is playing the newly minted Railway Hotel Ballroom every Friday in March! With a bag of new songs, Sunny will be playing both solo and with her band, joined by special guests. Grab a cheap ticket and come check out the new Ballroom and new songs!
Catch Sunny Morris playing solo on Fri 6 Mar, supported by Jacob Diamond.
Please note: seating is determined on a first in, best dressed basis.
THIS SHOW IS STRICTLY 18+
The Railway Hotel strives to create a safe space that everyone can enjoy.
Crowd surfing & dangerous behaviour will result in removal from the venue.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH GLENN WAVERLEY AND THE MENTONES
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Glenn Waverley & The Mentones
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH YOLANDa INGLEY BAND
Sunday Sessions
Head down to our Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Yolanda Ingley Band!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
WINTER MCQUINN + BEEFHEART & MCQUINN
WINTER MCQUINN + BEEFHEART & MCQUINN LIVE IN THE BALLROOM
Join Winter McQuinn, Beefheart & McQuinn w Ruby Milner and Clover Blue for this special intimate send off show. With both Winter McQuinn & Beefheart & McQuinn gallivanting in the northern hemisphere it will be the last chance to see both acts for a long while!
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH steve hoy band
Sunday Sessions
Head down to our Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Steve Hoy Band!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
SUPER BOWL LX
super bowl LX
Hut-hut-hike! We've got Super Bowl fever folks - join us for all the action on Mon 09 Feb.
Food specials? Check. $15 Bloody Marys? Check. Cold beers on tap? Check. Game live & loud? Check. Friendly faces behind the bar? Check.
Pub opens 9am, kitchen from 10am. Bookings recommended.
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH moonee valley drifters
Sunday Sessions
Head down to our Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Moonee Valley Drifters!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH the hornets
Sunday Sessions
Head down to our Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… The Hornets!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH HEY GRINGO
Sunday Sessions
Head down to our Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… Hey Gringo!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
SUNDAY SESSIONS WITH THE HORNETS
Sunday Sessions
Head down to the next instalment of our exciting live music series: Sunday Sessions.
We've lined up a fresh band every week that'll have you swaying your Sundays away, right in front of our fishy friends in the Saloon Bar. Expect a jam-packed arvo of toe-tapping tunes, good vibes and great company from 4-6pm every week.
On this week’s lineup… The Hornets!
Bookings encouraged. Walk ins welcome
NEW YEARS EVE
NEW YEARS EVE
What better way to ring in the New Year than with a proper pub sesh at The Railway?
The Railway Gang will be on the tunes from 7:30-10:30pm, alongside all the classic pub sesh vibes you know and love.
Cold beers? Check.
Cocktails? Shaken.
Tasty pub grub? Double check.
Oh and did we mention it’s also $22 Lasagne night?
Doors open from 4pm — grab a mate, grab a feed, and toast to 2026 with us!