Marrickville Music Festival 2023

Overview

As the days get warmer and longer, what better way to rediscover the city than at one of the many street parties taking over Sydney? Head west on Sunday, October 15, to celebrate Marrickville's vibrant culture and diverse community at the Marrickville Music Festival. Supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW, the free festival will spotlight local talent and businesses, from live music and performances to restaurants and retailers down and around Marrickville Road.

Discover emerging artists across various genres at one of the seven music stages. The Main Stage will host performances by popular trio Haiku Hands, ChillCheney, Good Pash, Hellogrimbo, Smalls, The Minties and Boys at the Back. 

For something different, enjoy jazz and world music, such as an ocean-inspired musical suite by Freyja Garbett, Brazilian jazz by Performing Brazil, Afro-funk by Mister Ott and Afro-Cuban jazz funk by Obba Layé at the Plaza Stage. Community choirs and school groups will strut their stuff on the Community Stage while singer-songwriters share their heartfelt ballads on the Acoustic Stage. The festival has also partnered with FBi Radio and One Off Traks to showcase independent DJs and women and non-binary creatives, as well as Gasoline Pony to host gigs at their laneway stage and inside the venue.

Between sets, meander down the road for the Inner West Artist Market, which will feature over 30 artists and makers, including bags by AMARLA, colouring sheets by Wonky Weirdo, clothing by Fresh Tees, jewellery by Mami Watta Collections and artworks by Brigitta Summers. For the little ones, there are doco screenings, jam sessions and even low-key karaoke at Marrickville Library. 

Stop for a breather and grab a bite at one of the food stalls along the main street. Or head to one of the many local restaurants, which will take over parts of the footpaths for the day, so you're well-positioned to enjoy some of the roving and pop-up performances.

The event runs from 12–6pm on Sunday, October 15, but you can keep the good times going with a cold bev and even more live music at one of the official afterparty venues. 

Marrickville Music Festival is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW. Check out the full lineup of events and artists at the Marrickville Music Festival website and get in the mood with the festival's Spotify playlist.