Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre located in the Kings Domain Gardens, Linlithgow Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3000.
Entry to the venue is through Gate 1, located in front of the King George Monument.
For full venue and transport information, visit the Venue Information page on our website.
Gate open times vary by event and are printed on your ticket. Please note: your ticket shows the gate open time, not the performance start time. Doors open well before the show begins — arriving at or after the performance start time means you may miss the beginning of the show.
Set times vary by event and are typically published online and shared via pre-show communications 1–2 days before your event. Check the event page or your pre-show email for details.
Sidney Myer Music Bowl operates with a hard curfew of 11:00pm regardless of the event however this does not mean that is when a performance will conclude.
Visit the Sidney Myer Music Bowl event listing on our website to explore the full program, including music, community and family friendly events.
Ticket prices vary by event. There are also a number of free and low-cost events in the season. Visit the relevant event page for pricing details.
The Box Office is located outside the venue, to the right of the Gate 1 entrance. It opens 1 hour prior to the gate open time.
Age restrictions vary by event. Most events are open to all ages. Please check the individual event page for event-specific age requirements.
Babies under 24 months seated on a guardian's lap do not require a ticket. Exceptions may apply — check the event page to confirm.
Sidney Myer Music Bowl has a total capacity of 13,000 across the Stalls, Terrace, Balcony and Lawn areas.
Yes. Sidney Myer Music Bowl is a cashless venue. We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please plan accordingly, as there is no ATM on-site.
Flinders Street Station is a short tram ride or 10–15-minute walk away. The closest tram stop is Stop 17 on St Kilda Road, serviced by routes 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72.
Limited street parking is available on Linlithgow Avenue and St Kilda Road. We strongly encourage public transport or rideshare. The destination address for rideshare is 21 Linlithgow Ave, Melbourne.
Yes. City of Melbourne bicycle hoops are available near the venue. The closest locations are on St Kilda Road and Southbank Boulevard (outside the Victorian College of the Arts), and on Birdwood Avenue near the Shrine of Remembrance. Bike parking along the venue fenceline is prohibited.
All patrons enter via Gate 1 only. Please refer to the venue map on our website for directions.
Yes. A venue map is available on the Sidney Myer Music Bowl Venue information page on the Arts Centre Melbourne website.
There are 2,000 seats at Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Seat dimensions are as follows:
Depth: 435mm | Width: 440mm | Weight capacity: 120kg | No armrests
A downloadable seating map is available here.
Please contact our customer service team to discuss further options if required.
Sidney Myer Music Bowl is committed to making every patron feel welcome. Wheelchair accessible seating is available in our dedicated accessible platforms and in the balcony, subject to availability.
For full accessibility information, visit the Access at Sidney Myer Music Bowl page.
Yes. A cloak room is available for all events, located outside the venue to the right of the Gate 1 entrance. If you need to access your cloaked belongings once inside the venue, please speak with one of our Visitor Experience team members at the front gate wearing orange.
Yes - please check in with event staff on arrival. If your tickets are in the Stalls, you will be asked to cloak your pram. Our team is happy to assist — just speak with a Visitor Experience team member at the gate.
The following items are not permitted in the venue at any time:
• Glass containers of any kind
• Hard-sided coolers or large eskies
• Sharp knives or weapons of any kind
• Illicit substances
Additional event-specific restrictions may apply. Please check the Conditions of Entry on the event page before you arrive.
General Conditions of Entry are available at artscentremelbourne.com.au/conditions-of-entry.
Yes. Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor venue, but a minimum dress code applies: shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
Smoking and vaping are only permitted in the designated smoking areas located on the sides of the hill. They are prohibited in all other areas of the venue, including the Stalls, Balcony, Terrace, main hill and all covered areas.
We ask that all patrons be considerate of those around them.
The show goes on — rain, hail or shine. Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre, so come prepared. Ponchos are available for purchase at the venue.
Small compact umbrellas are permitted. Large golf-style umbrellas are not permitted, as they obstruct the sightlines of other patrons. Please be considerate of the people seated or standing behind you. If rain is forecast, we’ll include guidance in your pre-show communication.
No. Due to safety restrictions, we are unable to issue pass outs. Once you leave the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.
We’re committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. If you feel uncomfortable or witness antisocial behaviour during your visit, please speak with the nearest staff member or security officer.
You can also report concerns by texting 0418 557 677 during the event. We take all reports seriously.
Yes — picnic rugs are welcome on the lawn. To make sure everyone can enjoy the space comfortably, we ask that you keep rugs to a reasonable size:
• For 1–2 people: up to 150cm x 150cm
• For groups of 3–4: up to 200cm x 200cm
• For larger groups: please be mindful of those around you and avoid reserving more space than your group needs
Our team may ask patrons to adjust their setup so that everyone has a fair amount of space.
Low-back folding or camp chairs are permitted on the lawn at most events except for sold out events and EDM shows. High-backed chairs are generally not permitted, as they obstruct sightlines for other patrons. Exceptions may be made for medical or accessibility needs — please speak with our team on arrival.
Chair policies may vary by event. Check the event page for event-specific details.
You’re welcome to bring small amounts of food for personal consumption. Please keep in mind:
• Glass containers are not permitted
• Hard-sided coolers or large eskies are not permitted
• Sharp knives are not permitted
Check the event page for any event-specific food and beverage conditions.
BYO alcohol is not permitted at Sidney Myer Music Bowl. A full bar service is available on-site at every event, serving a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Most events at Sidney Myer Music Bowl are ticketed through Ticketek, our authorised ticketing partner. Visit the individual event page to book, or call 1300 182 183 for assistance. Check the individual event page on the Arts Centre Melbourne website and the ‘Book Now’ button will take you to the authorised ticketing provider.
Wheelchair accessible seating, Companion Card tickets, and seating near an Auslan interpreter (for relevant events) can be booked via:
• Ticketek’s accessible seating enquiry form (available at help.ticketek.com.au)
• Ticketek’s Accessible Seating line: 1300 665 915 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm AEST)
Alternatively, there may be a limited number of accessible seating available to purchase online.
Whilst we cannot purchase tickets for you, if you need help finding accessible seating information, please call us on 1300 182 183.
For Stalls and Balcony reserved seating tickets, you may have the option to select your own seat at the time of purchase, or you may be able to only choose what the best available seats are at the time which means you won’t be able to choose a specific seat. This is usually the case for high demand on sales in order for customers to purchase quickly without missing out. Your allocated seat will be confirmed at the time of purchase.
Terrace and GA Lawn tickets are unallocated — there are no assigned seats in this area.
Yes. Afterpay is available on all purchases made via Ticketek. Please check the individual booking pages for any buy-now-pay-later options.
Babies and toddlers under 24 months who will be seated on a guardian’s lap do not need a ticket. Please be mindful and considerate of the surrounding audience. Any guests interrupting the enjoyment of other visitors may be asked to leave an area and/or the venue. Exceptions may apply for specific events — please check the event page to confirm.
Always purchase tickets through an authorised Ticketing Service Provider. Check the event page to confirm who is authorised for that event, or call us on 1300 182 183.
Avoid buying through unauthorised third-party or secondary ticket websites. Tickets purchased this way may not be valid for entry and can be cancelled without notice.
Here are the most common issues and how to fix them:
• App loads but shows no tickets: Check you’re logged in with the same account used to purchase your tickets.
• Don’t have or can’t use the app: Open the link from your booking confirmation SMS in your phone’s web browser — your ticket will load without the app.
• Ordered multiple tickets but only received one SMS: Head to the Box Office from 1 hour before gate open time and our team will re-issue your tickets.
Yes. A variety of food trucks are on-site at most events, alongside bars serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Food truck offerings vary from event to event and can change in the lead-up to the event. We always aim to provide a good variety of options. If you have any specific dietary or allergy requirements, you are permitted to bring small amounts of food into the venue for personal consumption.
Yes. All bars at Sidney Myer Music Bowl stock a range of non-alcoholic beverages including soft drinks and water.
For all other enquiries, please contact us
We are working to be as responsive as possible during this busy time. We thank you for your patience and understanding.
