Live + Local: City Sounds
Sat 8 Nov 2025 | Cairns CBD
Four venues, one laneway and loads of musos, City Sounds is the ultimate music activation taking over one of Cairns' most up-and-coming and exciting blocks.
Within a short distance, you can sneak into the sultry Three Wolves; crack a local coldie at Coral Coast Brewing Co; dance, eat and play games at Mexicairns; experience The Chambers by night (there are even rumours of a ghost!); and groove under the open skies surrounded by the recently transformed outdoor gallery of Bank Lane.
Each venue will bring its own unique vibe, so you can find the perfect spot to match your energy for the evening. Food and drinks will be flowing, with pop-up bars and stalls in Bank Lane supplied by the awesome local venues.
Date: Sat 8 Nov 2025
Location: Spence & Lake streets, Cairns CBD
Cost: FREE
The Venues
The Chambers
This is your chance to experience one of Cairns' most iconic brunch hangouts by night. The soundtrack? Chilled indie and folk tunes that create the perfect laidback vibe.
Music : 4.00pm – 9.30pm
Artists: Tullara, Amber McIntosh, Tahlia Brain, Vid
Under 18s must be accompanied.
Mexicairns
Tacos meet tunes! Head Mexicairns' Garden Bar for a lively mix of R&B, rap, indie rock with husky vocals and heartfelt folk-roots and blues tones. Let the good times roll.
Music: 4.30pm – 10.00pm
Artists: Candice Bliss, MC Pyrit, Vivien Aisi, Tenni
Over 18s only after 6.00pm.
Auslan interpreter
Three Wolves
Speakeasy vibes and sweet sounds! Expect a line-up of award-winning songwriters with folk, acoustic and roots-influenced sounds, adding a whole new dynamic to this iconic Cairns bar.
Music: 4.30pm – 10.00pm
Artists: Bobby Longstaff, Moses Warusam, Robert Cini, Ivy Amara
Under 18s must be accompanied.
Coral Sea Brewing Co.
Join us in this cozy, tucked-away taproom for fresh, dynamic sounds that mix streetwise lyricism with engaging beats. The small but mighty venue offers a laidback setting and locally brewed beer.
Music: 4.00pm – 9.30pm
Artists: The Joker Pokers, Savidas, Steve Williams, Abi Muir & Jayden David
Under 18s must be accompanied.
The Laneway
Bank Lane
Murals meet music! This backstreet alley
offers emerging artists an experimental
space. Short sets keep the music fresh,
while pop-up bars and food stalls under
towering murals add to the buzz.
Music: 4.00pm – 9.00pm
Artists: Pauly P, Curly Mojo, Tia, Mia Rose,
Naynay Muluridji, Rainforest Rhythm
Under 18s must be accompanied.
The Program
Map
Cairns Music Industry Gathering
Love live music? City Sounds is simply the icing on the cake!
If you are in the music industry – established or emerging! – you can help shape the future of live music in Cairns. This free event brings together industry professionals, artists, venue operators, and key stakeholders for an unmissable opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow.
This year’s Gathering will focus on three key areas under live music:
- Live Music and Placemaking
- Learning and Pathways
- Production and Producers
Fri 7 - Sun 9 Nov at Tanks Arts Centre
Sign up to stay informed as the Cairns Live and Local program develops through the timeline from commencement to Live Music Framework completion.
Last Updated: 30 October 2025
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