February’s best live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
Read about upcoming shows featuring local acts across the east.
Matthew Sims
January 29, 2026
From a three-time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter to jazz ensembles, here are some of the gigs to check out across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in February.
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Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows
Formed back in 1983, The Black Sorrows has been a key part of Australia’s blues rock identity.
With many changes to the ensemble over the years, this show will take a journey back through the past 40 years of songs.
When: Thursday February 5 and Friday February 6, 8pm
Where: Karralyka Centre, 22A Mines Road, Ringwood East
Cost: $74.90
Karise Eden
From her unforgettable audition on The Voice at the age of 19, Karise Eden has set herself apart from the more manicured tones of Australia’s pop artists with her raspy and textured voice.
Covering an array of original tunes and interpretations of classics, Eden will be taking the stage solo with only her guitar and voice.
When: Sunday February 8, 3pm
Where: Sooki Lounge, 1648 Burwood Highway, Belgrave
Cost: $46.95
Pete Murray
With restaurants filling up quickly, maybe you should spend Valentine’s Day singing along to one of Australia’s most prolific singer-songwriters.
Backed by a full band, the show will include old hits like “Better Day” and “Opportunity”, as well as his independent tunes like “Wouldn’t It Be Good” and “I Am Fire”.
When: Saturday February 14, 8pm
Where: York on Lilydale, 138 York Road, Mount Evelyn
Cost: $70.35
Live at Warrawee
Headline act JAZZPARTY will lead the pack of supporting bands and artists at the Live at Warrawee event, including soul singer Kylie Auldist, blues rock outfit and Greek folk ensemble Estudiantina of Melbourne.
The ticketed event will also include food truck options, while attendees can also bring along their own food and drink to enjoy a picnic while tapping their toes along to the music.
When: Saturday February 14, 4-8pm
Where: Warrawee Park, 1A Atherton Road, Oakleigh
Cost: Free
Toni Childs
Three-time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Toni Childs is sharing the story of her career so far in a two-hour performance weaving in renditions of her hits with snippets of her musical journey.
When: Sunday February 15, 7.30-10pm
Where: Karralyka Centre, 22A Mines Road, Ringwood East
Cost: $80
Maroondah Concert Series
Swing, R&B and jazz outfit The Pearly Shells are kicking off this series of three concerts at the Maroondah Federation Estate, with the other dates on Saturday March 7 and 21.
Snacks and drinks are available, with a chance to mingle with the musicians before and after the performance.
When: Saturday February 21, 2:30-4:30pm
Where: Maroondah Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood
Cost: $20 or $45 for all three dates