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The Townie

The Townie Located on King Street, The Townie is a popular pub venue that hosts live music gigs on Friday and Saturday nights. To inquire about booking a slot for you or your band, simply email [email protected] with your supporting material and social media links. Please note that cover bands are not accepted, and all bookings must be made through the designated email address.
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Announcing  with Bughouse Sat 6 Jun Click Poster ↓ to discover music, videos and event details
31/05/2026

Announcing with Bughouse Sat 6 Jun
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With influences from actual, real-dead poets, embarassasing drunken stories, and late-night musings, Gene Gibson invites you to boogie between laughing and crying, drink, think, then boogie again.

I know you probably know that I Know You Know  are playing this Saturday with Xingfu, from 9:30pm, but I couldn't be sur...
28/05/2026

I know you probably know that I Know You Know are playing this Saturday with Xingfu, from 9:30pm, but I couldn't be sure you knew so I'll put this picture up and now I know you Know.

08/05/2026

presents a lineup we couldn't otherwise afford, icons of the Sydney punk scene , and together on the Townie stage for the first time.

RSVP link in bio, it's free - and there's some band merch deals in there too

Great Southern Nights presents Ess-Em with ebolagoldfish and smallways. Sat 9 May at The TownieAs with all our gigs this...
30/04/2026

Great Southern Nights presents Ess-Em with ebolagoldfish and smallways. Sat 9 May at The Townie

As with all our gigs this one is free entry but it *is* a ticketed show! Grab your free tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/essemtownie
You can also choose to throw some additional support to the bands there if you want to buy some merch or throw a pineapple in the hat etc.

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Great Southern Nights presents local heroes Ess-Em, Ebola Goldfish and smallways live on the Townie stage - grab a free ticket to make sure you can get in!

Announcing After The Storm with KEV SEV Sat 2 May at The TownieClick Poster ↓ to discover music, videos and event detail...
29/04/2026

Announcing After The Storm with KEV SEV Sat 2 May at The Townie
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We are ‘After The Storm’, a Sydney-based four-piece band playing original melodic rock, built on layered guitars, driving rhythms and expressive vocals. With a two-guitar, bass and drums lineup, we draw on diverse backgrounds and influences to create a sound that blends strong melodic hooks with...

18/02/2026

Secretive Conspiracy Jazz outfit ETNO resurfaces next Saturday the 28th to blow the lid off this rotten lasagne we call society with truths so hot you'll need milk for your eyes.

14/01/2026

Need to bulk up a bit? Come to the Townie on Saturday night and Suburban Bukowskis will serve up the calories in two sets from 9:30pm

Address

326 King Street
Newtown, NSW
2042

Public Transport:
- Take a train to Wynyard Station.
- Walk to George Street and take the 412 or 413 bus towards King Street.
- Get off at the King Street stop.

Driving/Parking:
- Head towards Sydney CBD.
- Turn onto King Street from George Street.
- Look for street parking along King Street or nearby streets, or use a nearby parking garage.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 3:30am
Thursday 12pm - 3:30am
Friday 12pm - 5am
Saturday 12pm - 2am
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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The Townie on King Street in Sydney is a vibrant pub that offers an exciting platform for local bands to showcase their talent. If you're a musician looking for a place to play a gig, The Townie welcomes you to reach out via email at [email protected]. Make sure to include supporting material and links to your social media profiles for consideration.

With live music featured on Friday and Saturday nights, The Townie provides a fantastic opportunity for artists to connect with an enthusiastic audience. The venue's commitment to showcasing original music sets it apart from the typical cover band scene, ensuring a diverse and engaging experience for patrons.

In addition to its music offerings, The Townie also boasts a welcoming pub atmosphere and dining options that cater to various tastes. Whether you're looking for a night of great music or simply want to enjoy good food and drinks with friends, The Townie has something for everyone.

For the latest updates and information, be sure to follow The Townie on Instagram @thetownienewtown. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of the lively music scene at this iconic Sydney establishment. Contact [email protected] directly to inquire about booking your next performance at The Townie - it's the only channel for gig inquiries.

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