The Grounds of Alexandria may have just turned five years old and opened its first permanent spinoff The Grounds of the City, but the team behind the almost iconic Sydney venue are not one to sit on their hands. Instead, they've launched a new series of after-dark live music events in their fairy-lit Alexandria garden. On Friday, July 7, the space will be taken over by soul and blues bands and, of course, some quality food.
The July edition of Sounds From The Grounds will see the garden go all bluesy with live music from local artists Cat Vasilakis, Michael Duchesne and Alice Terry. While the music kicks off from 7pm, The Pizza Silo will be slinging their much-loved wood-fired pizzas and The Soda Barn will serve up beer, wine and cocktails all night. And if you're worried about the chill, rest assured The Grounds will turn on the heaters and have a big batch of mulled wine ready to go.
While the first event was free, this one is ticketed at $15. Although, if youre having dinner at The Potting Shed, you can head on in for free after dessert. You'll have to purchase your food and drink, and seating will be limited so be sure arrive early to get a prime posi.