AU Upcoming

AfterHours

Name: AfterHours
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: Canberra

AfterHours is a new, one-off music festival scheduled for Saturday, October 17, at the Australian National University's Chifley Meadows in Canberra. The event is part of the university's 80th anniversary celebrations and features performances by Australian acts Genesis Owusu, Rum Jungle, and Chloe Parché.

Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Canberra
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Performances by Genesis Owusu, Rum Jungle, and Chloe Parché
Held at Australian National University's Chifley Meadows
Celebrates Australian National University's 80th anniversary
Discounted tickets available for students

The AfterHours music festival is a single-day event taking place at the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra. Held at Chifley Meadows, it is an initiative supported by the university to commemorate its 80th anniversary and bring together students, staff, alumni, and the wider Canberra community through live music.

The festival lineup includes prominent Australian artists such as Genesis Owusu, Rum Jungle, and Chloe Parché. Additionally, Lamb Legz, winners of the university's band competition, are also slated to perform.

Early-bird tickets for AfterHours are available, with a price of $90. Discounted tickets are offered to students from all high schools and universities, aiming to make the event accessible. Organizers have noted the significant cost of running such events, indicating the university's support was crucial for its staging.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Chifley Meadows; www.canberratimes.com.au
Area for browsing nearby events: Canberra

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.