Another great weekend of live music across Invercargill. Friday night, Lara Kerr plays Live in the Lobby at Two Doors Down from 5:30pm, Get Folked returns to RIFF for another brilliant night of music and community, and Waxy's has Jetset kicking off from 9pm till late. Saturday, FlashBack Chat's Jo makes a one night only appearance at Speight's Ale House for Vintage Night alongside Scott Calvert, Zephyr takes the stage at Newfield Tavern from 8pm, and if you're still going, The Loney has DJ Awhe on the decks from 11pm till late. Sunday, the SBS Bank Southland Sharks are back at ILT Stadium Southland hosting the Logik Bulls from 6pm — get down and get loud. Here's your full guide to the weekend. 🎶
Friday, June 5
City Centre
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Kick off the weekend at Niche! Social Hour runs 4pm–6pm — crafted cocktails, tasty bites, and relaxed vibes in the heart of the city. Book your table or walk in 🚶 📞 0800 84 86 88 📍 Ground floor, The Langlands Hotel, Don Street.
Two Doors Down 🎶✨ Lara Kerr plays Live in the Lobby from 5:30pm! Social Hour runs 5:00pm–6:00pm with discounted drinks and the perfect start-of-weekend atmosphere 🍹 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
360 Bar 🍺✨ Head upstairs for drinks and views from 4pm till late. Now pouring Panhead Rat Rod Hazy IPA on tap — juicy, fruity, tropical hop character with notes of citrus, pineapple, and stone fruit. Perfect for hazy lovers or anyone looking to try something new. 📍 Don Street, 7th Floor, The Langlands Hotel.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍻 Jetset kicking off at Waxy's from 9pm till late! Round up the crew and keep the weekend rolling. 📍 90 Dee Street.
Suburbs
RIFF – Live Entertainment Venue 🎵🤝 Get Folked is back at RIFF for another great night of music, friendship, and community! Whether you're there to play, sing, or simply enjoy the atmosphere — you'll be in good company. 🚪 Doors open 6:30pm | 🎟 $5 entry | 🎶 Music from 7pm 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Saturday, June 6
City Centre
Niche Laneway Bar 🍸✨ Social Hour 4pm–6pm at Niche — crafted cocktails, tasty bites, and great vibes. Book your table or walk in 🚶 📞 0800 84 86 88 📍 Ground floor, The Langlands Hotel, Don Street.
Two Doors Down 🍹✨ Social Hour 5:00pm–6:00pm — discounted drinks, great vibes. 📍 Don Street, below The Langlands Hotel.
Speight's Ale House 🎶🎉 One night only — FlashBack Chat's Jo makes a special appearance at Speight's! Performing alongside Scott Calvert as part of Vintage Night this Saturday. Grab your mates and get along for a great night of tunes. 📍 38 Dee Street.
Swan Room 🎸🎟 Chris Keene live at the Swan Room with support from Dbrown, Excelsa, Davis and Bagz! Doors open 8pm — limited tickets available online. 🎟 chris-keene.com/invercargilltickets 📍 140 Dee Street, Invercargill.
Waxy's Irish Pub 🎸🍻 Jetset back at Waxy's from 9:30pm till late! 📍 90 Dee Street.
The Loney 🎧🔥 DJ Awhe hits the decks at The Loney from 11pm till late! Music loud, vibes high. See ya there 🍹 📍 28 Leet Street, Invercargill.
Suburbs
Newfield Tavern 🎸🍻 Zephyr takes the stage at Newfield this Saturday! Live from 8pm–12am. Great tunes, cold drinks, and a fantastic atmosphere all night long. No cover charge — just good music and good company. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Sunday, June 7
Sport 🏆
SBS Bank Southland Sharks 🏀🦈 HOME GAME! The Sharks host the Logik Bulls at ILT Stadium Southland! Get down and get loud for Invercargill's NBL team. 📅 Sunday 7 June | 🕕 6:00pm 📍 ILT Stadium Southland, Invercargill. 🎟 sharksbasketball.co.nz
Emberz Restaurant & Bar ⚽🍳 New Zealand vs England — live on the big screen! All You Can Eat Breakfast from 6am, $34pp. Kick off at 8am. The perfect way to start your Sunday. 📍 Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill.
Coming Up 📅
Waxy's Irish Pub 🧠 Quiz Night — every Wednesday from 7pm. Free entry, Waxy's vouchers up for grabs. Book via waxys.co.nz or 03 214 0313. 🎭 Dine to Win — Ireland the Voyage live at The Civic Theatre, Thursday June 11! Dine at Waxy's before June 9 for your chance to win tickets. The more you dine, the more entries. 18+, minimum spend $20. Winner drawn Wednesday June 10. 🎶 Pop Icons Party — Saturday June 20. Jetset live, a night of pop hits across the ages. Free entry, R18, best dressed. 🎉 Hospo Night — Tuesday June 23. Quiz 7pm, DJ 9pm, Farm Yard dress-up, R18. Bookings essential. 📍 90 Dee Street.
RIFF – Live Entertainment Venue 🎸🔥 Silly Drunken Bastards are baaaaack! After a long absence, the Bastards return for one very special night of loud, fast, unapologetic punk rock. Joining them are fellow local heroes Hoodaki and GOAT. Still loud. Still reckless. Still Bastards. See you in the pit. 📅 Saturday June 20 | 🚪 Doors 8pm | 🎟 $10 / $5 unwaged 📍 33 Preston Street, Invercargill.
Newfield Tavern ❄️🎤 Cold Nights, Hot Vocals continues every Friday night! Heat 3: June 12 | Semi Finals: June 19 | Grand Final 'The Hottest Night of Winter': June 26 🏆 Free entry, cash prizes, every Friday from 7:30pm. 📍 315 Centre Street, Invercargill.
Ascot Park Hotel Southern Steel 🌟🏐 Southern Steel HOME — v Tactix, Sunday June 14, 4:00pm. 📍 ILT Stadium Southland, Invercargill.
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