PADDO(collective)'s Live Music & Art Week

Overview

Paddington has long been one of Sydney's cultural tastemaking suburbs. From the Paddington Markets to Oxford Street's galleries and clubs, the neighbourhood is a destination for people to soak up the best of Sydney's nightlife and culture. With PADDO(collective)'s third annual Live Music & Art Week, this reputation shows no sign of stopping any time soon.

PADDO(collective) Live Music & Art Week brings together live gigs, gallery openings, DJ sets, historical walking tours and culture across the suburb's favourite bars, pubs and galleries. Running from Wednesday, January 28, to Sunday, February 8, the week is a suburb-wide celebration featuring both free and ticketed events. Here are some highlights to lock into your summer itinerary.

Sunset Soiree at Saint Cloche

On Wednesday, January 28, Saint Cloche gallery is hosting an opening for artist Joshua Searle and his work, The Birds Who Drank the Sun. It's an exploration of memory, inheritance and cultural reclamation through painting and sculpture. Head to Saint Cloche from 6–8pm for free entry and an evening of art, live music from guitarist Mike R, and sunset drinks.

Paddington Uncovered Walking Tour

In Paddington Undercovered, Sydney crime historian Max Burns-McRuvie leads an immersive walking tour that reveals the hidden scandals of Paddington. From notorious underworld figures and raucous gambling and grog dens to Victorian love cons gone wrong, this walking tour takes you through village streets and heritage terraces to uncover Paddington's past. Tickets are $32 per person and include a free drink at the end of the tour.

Tune Inn Wednesday at Paddo Inn

On Wednesday, February 4, the Paddo Inn is bringing a Sunday session feeling to your midweek. Enjoy acoustic tunes from 5pm as the summer sun sets. It's the perfect weekday afternoon to make the most of these long summer days.

reWINEd Thursday at Paddo Inn

Also held at Oxford Street's Paddo Inn, reWINEd is a free-entry event that pairs songs that have aged like fine wine with actual wine. On Thursday, February 5, enjoy classics from Prince, Whitney Houston, INXS and more from 5pm in Sydney's cultural suburb.

Street Sessions at Tequila Mockingbird

On Thursday, February 5 from 5pm, Tequila Mockingbird is taking its famous street sessions out into the summer sun. With $15 margaritas, $12 tacos, and live music from Manning (whose influences include Paul McCartney, Crowded House and Fleetwood Mac), it'll be a relaxed evening made for unwinding with friends.

KLEVA VINYL at The London

Looking to launch into your weekend this Live Music & Art Week? DJ Klevaone is a Sydney-based turntablist, producer and multi-instrumentalist who spins soulful vinyl tracks. Entry is free on Friday, February 6, from 6pm until late, so if you're a live music-lover, be sure to head down to The London in Paddington.

DISCOTHÈQUE at Wine Library

Taking place in one of Sydney's original wine bars, the disco night at Wine Library is set to be an evening of '70s and '80s classics. With free entry and walk-ins welcome, you and your friends can enjoy $18 disco spritzes and snacks early on, followed by a set from DJ Ben Howes from 9pm until late. Boogie on down to the Wine Library on Friday, February 6.

Afternoon Sessions at The Paddington

Cap off a week of events, community and culture with live music at The Paddington. On Sunday, February 8, enjoy a mix of local talent in a chilled afternoon setting from 3–6pm at local favourite, The Paddington.

Proudly supported by Woollahra Municipal Council and NSW Government.

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