Out On The Lawn - Free Music Series
FREE live music on the Court House Gallery lawn
Double the beats, double the fun! Out On The Lawn is back for 2024, now rockin' your Friday AND Saturday nights!*
Out On The Lawn is fresh, fun, free... and smack bang in the centre of town! We've curated an electrifying lineup featuring top-notch local acts and exciting out-of-town headliners, ensuring there's a little bit of something for everyone.
So, pack your picnic rug (and your dancing shoes!) and settle in for musical magic under the stars.
BYO picnic or pick up something nearby. Drinks available to purchase on site.
*July's Out On The Lawn sessions will be Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon.
FAQs
Drinks are available for purchase. There is no food available on site. You are welcome to bring along a picnic for the event.
Get in early to grab a cushion, otherwise BYO rug or chair.
A stage will be set up on the front lawn of Court House Gallery, 38 Abbott Street Cairns.
No, this event is absolutely free to attend!
A call will be made on the day if there is heavy rain. Keep an eye out on our social channels for an announcement.
We have a regular music series each month. Out On The Lawn runs from May to September (excluding August due to special programming for Cairns Festival where you can expect even more live music and activities).
Music In Session (inside the gallery is on from November to April).
It sure is! This event is suitable for everyone.
Dogs are not permitted to attend (service dogs excepted).
Yes! The gallery remains open all day until the event wraps up at 9pm.
We are a fully accessible venue. Click here for our accessible information.
Last Updated: 26 September 2024
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