The Weekly Line Up…
Piano by Request
Welcome to Piano Bar Ballarat! Join us for an evening of Piano Bar entertainment presented by our exceptional piano and superstar vocalists, as they take your song requests and perform your favourite tunes until 1am. With the occasional drag number! Every Friday & Saturday night!
Doors open at 6pm, and the entertainment will begin between 7pm and 7:30pm. To secure your spot, ensure your entire party arrives by 7:30pm, as unoccupied tables may be offered to our waitlist guests.
Hungry? Our kitchen will be serving delicious food from 6pm to 8pm.
Important Information:
The ticket price is $10 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start between 7pm and 7:30pm.
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
Tables will be held until 7:30pm at the latest.
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
Drag Bingo!
Our beloved weekly event, 'Drag Bingo' - Every Thursday!
Join us for a fun three hours of interactive entertainment, featuring drag performances and fabulous campery hosted by our talented Piano Bar Queens. It's the ideal midweek event to spice up your work week.
Be sure to mark every Thursday on your calendar, doors open at 6pm and our balls drop at 7pm. Plus, enjoy great food, drinks, and specialty cocktails available throughout the night!
For just $10 per person, you'll receive a game book and dabber. Prepare for laughter, surprises, and the chance to win fantastic prizes throughout the evening.
Important Information:
The ticket price is $10 per person and is payable at time of booking. This includes a game book and dabber
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
The Real Drag Brunch
Introducing the Real Drag Brunch of Ballarat!
Indulge in an afternoon of bottomless cocktails and drinks! Alongside sensational food and fabulous entertainment!
Whether you're celebrating a hen's party, a birthday or any reason for a good time, Piano Bar's Bottomless Drag Brunch stands as the ultimate destination.
Our talented pianists will take centre stage from 1pm to 4pm, singing your favourite tunes while our fabulous Piano Bar drag queens host the event and bring a delightful blend of naughty and nice games.
The Real Drag Brunch of Ballarat Highlights:
Bottomless Drinks is available from 1 pm to 4 pm, featuring a selection of basic spirits, beer, wine, sparkling, juice and soft drinks.
Select cocktails, including our Drag Brunch signature, Pink Lemonade Vodka, Mimosa, Sex on the Beach, Fruit Tingle, Aperol Spritz and Kia Royale.
Delicious menu and canapes:
Selection of cold meats, fruit and cheese board accompanied with quince paste and a selection of crisp breads – gluten-free option
Chicken and chive steamed dumplings with sesame soy vinaigrette
Mini quiche tarts; selection of caramelised onion and goats cheese tarts and Mediterranean veg (gf, v)
Lamb sliders; 6 hour in house braised lamb shoulder served on brioche bun with rocket dressed in tzatziki
Three Mushroom Arancini served with truffle aioli (gf, v)
Tickets for this extraordinary experience are priced at $115 per person.
Important Information:
The ticket price is $115 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 1pm. The event finishes at 4pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
Incoming Dates:
Saturday, March 7th
Incoming Shows…
Drag Bingo! - With Karen from Finance & Gabriella Labucci
Piano Bar Ballarat welcomes Drag Race royalty for a very special night of bingo.
Hosted by the iconic Karen From Finance, with special guest Gabriella Labucci, this is bingo dialled right up - packed with big personalities, laughs, outrageous moments and brilliant prizes.
⚠️ This will sell out so get in early!
🎟️ Book now to avoid missing out.
Important Information:
Date: Thursday 22nd January
The ticket price is $15 per person and is payable at time of booking. This includes a game book and dabber
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
Drag Bingo Fundraiser for Phoebe
Join us for a special fundraising edition of our weekly Drag Bingo as we rally behind Phoebe, a brave two-and-a-half-year-old facing a rare and complex medical condition that affects the tiny blood vessels around her liver. With only a few hundred cases ever recorded worldwide, her best chance lies in specialised overseas surgery. All proceeds from this event will go directly toward helping Phoebe and her family access the lifesaving treatment she urgently needs and supporting them through this incredibly challenging time.
Learn more about Phoebe’s journey:
Join us on Thursday 29th January, with doors opening at 6pm and bingo kicking off at 7pm. Tickets are $15 per person, including your game book and dabber. The night will be hosted by the fabulous Alexis Spread & Sam T, serving up drag performances, campery, and plenty of laughs. Our kitchen will be open from 6pm to 8pm, and we’ll also be running a raffle with tickets available for $5 each or 3 for $10.
Join us for a fabulous night of bingo, drag, and community spirit as we come together to support Phoebe and her family on their journey toward the specialised care she deserves.
Important Information:
Date: Thursday 29th January
The ticket price is $15 per person and is payable at time of booking. This includes a game book and dabber
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
Tim Freedman’s Moonlit Deck
After three sold out Hamer Hall shows with MSO in September 2025, Tim Freedman is ready to strip things back and get his cabaret on.
There is nothing more classic than a man and his piano, and an audience ready to listen. With his delicate piano stylings and lyrics of good-natured cynicism, intimate smaller theatres around the country have become a staple of his touring cycle as a relaxing antidote to the highly charged rock rooms and concert halls of The Whitlams’ full band and orchestra shows.
Guiding you through the highlights of his nine album catalogue with songs such as 'Blow Up the Pokies' and 'No Aphrodisiac', and into some lesser known detours including the recent country outing, The Whitlams Black Stump album 'Kookaburra', Tim looks forward to meeting you up close and personal.
Important Information:
Date: Wednesday 18th February
The ticket price is $60 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
FARNHAM FOREVER - A musical celebration of the songs of John Farnham
Mike Vee is one of Australia’s most respected interpreters of the music of John Farnham, having performed and celebrated theseiconic songs for over two decades. Known to audiences through his long-running production The Whispering Jack Show, Mike now presents a powerful new live experience — Forever Farnham.
Forever Farnham is a heartfelt celebration of the songs that have become part of Australia’s musical identity. Featuring newly added material, refreshed arrangements, and striking visual elements, the show honours the emotion, spirit, and vocal power that fans know and love. Backed by a world-class live band, Mike Vee delivers an authentic, high-quality performance that invites audiences to sing along, reminisce, and celebrate together.
More than a tribute, Forever Farnham is a shared experience — timeless songs, unforgettable memories, and a night of music that brings generations together.
Important Information:
Date: Sunday 1st March
The ticket price is $45 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 1pm.
The performance is scheduled to start between 2pm and 2:30pm.
Our kitchen will be available from 1pm to 2:30pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
WE’RE GOING TO GRACELAND - THE SONGS OF PAUL SIMON with WENDY MATTHEWS & GRACE KNIGHT
Grace Knight & Wendy Matthews are two of the most iconic and beloved singers in Australian music. They’re both multi-award winning artists with a swag of Countdown, MTV & ARIA awards between them and a bundle of platinum albums under their belt.
In their first show together, and for a limited time, these legends of Aussie music present the songs of one of the world’s greatest living songwriters. Paul Simon has written some of the best known and acclaimed songs in popular music, ranging from gems like Sounds Of Silence, The Boxer, Homeward Bound and Bridge Over Trouble Water, to his solo classics like, You Can Call Me Al, Late In The Evening, Still Crazy After All These Years and Graceland. His albums, Bridge Over Troubled Water and Graceland feature among the highest selling albums of all time.
Along with an all-star band Wendy & Grace will take you on an unforgettable journey across the hits and crowd favorites. Friends for many years, Grace and Wendy have been looking for a break in their hectic performing schedules so they could join forces and do a show together. ‘We’re Going To Graceland – The Songs of Paul Simon’ showcases the vocal talents of these two music industry giants and they will thrill audiences with their interpretations of an iconic collection of songs.
Wendy Matthews arrived in Australia in 1982 and immediately established herself as an in-demand session singer performing on albums by Jimmy Barnes, Tim Finn, Richard Clapton and Icehouse. After collaborating with Kate Ceberano on the soundtrack for the ABC series, Stringer, she went on to form Absent Friends and sing on the number one hit, I Don’t Want To Be With Nobody But You and the album Here’s Looking Up Your Address. Following Absent Friends she’s had a stellar solo career across ten solo albums, including Émigré (Double Platinum), Lily (over 500,000 albums) and The Witness Tree (Platinum). Along the way she’s picked up nine ARIA awards including six as a solo artist.
Grace Knight arrived in Australia in 1977 after singing her way across the world. During the 1980s Grace took the world by storm as lead singer of Eurogliders, with headline tours of Australia, New Zealand, North America and Japan and racked up two platinum albums (This Island and Absolutely), five top twenty singles and played to a live TV audience of 65 million people on the MTV New Year’s Eve show. In 1990, Grace, along with Vince Jones, performed on the soundtrack for the ABC TV series, Come In Spinner….the album went on to become the highest selling Australian Jazz Album ever (over 230,000 albums). Grace followed this with the Platinum selling, ARIA award-winning Stormy Weather and a further seven solo albums. Grace has been nominated for ARIAs in each of the last 3 decades and has performed for two Royal Families, five Prime Ministers and a US President.
Important Information:
Date: Wednesday 4th March
The ticket price is $59 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
NIKKI NICHOLLS - THE SONGS AND STORY OF CAROLE KING - With a touch of JAMES TAYLOR
The songs and story of Carole King with a touch of James Taylor, featuring Nikki Nicholls and Kings Rule has been performed at The Palms in Crown, The Melbourne Town Hall, Alex Theatre, Melbourne and regional performing art centres in Mildura, Swan Hill, Merimbula, Wodonga, Shepparton, Bairnsdale and more. This magical concert of Carole and James’ songs has given each audience an unforgettable evening of beautiful memories.
Carole King is one of the most prolific singer/songwriters of our time. The ‘Baby Boomer’ generation fell in love with her melodies and chord structures that touched the heartstrings of her legions of fans with lyrics that simply expressed our feelings. Her music has withstood the age of time and a new generation of soulful melody lovers have discovered her once again.
Nikki has had a long and distinguished career performing with some of the best artists in the music industry including Stevie Wonder, John Farnham, Suzi Quatro, Lulu, Australian Crawl, Richard Clapton and touring the world with Kylie Minogue. Nikki starred alongside Wendy Stapleton and Debra Byrne for 10 years in the highly acclaimed “Girls, Girls, Girls” and recently released her solo album “Bridesmaid.” The members of King’s Rule are Adrian Scott (Air Supply & Kylie Minogue), Steve Wade (Little River Band) and Michael Barker (Kings of Oz).
This fabulous show is a musical journey highlighting not only Carole’s creations for herself, but also songs she wrote for other artists such as The Beatles “Chains,” James Taylor, The Drifters “Up on the Roof,” Blood Sweat & Tears “Hi De Ho,” Herman’s Hermits “I’m into Something Good” and more. Steve Wade gives us a touch of James Taylor with some of his most loved songs ‘How Sweet It Is’, ‘Fire and Rain’, ‘Carolina On My Mind’ and ‘Steamroller Blues’.
Nikki says, “In 1971, when Carole was the keyboard player in James’ band he decided that she needed to shine. So to her complete dismay, Carole was coaxed to the front of the stage by James to take up her rightful position under the spotlight. It was from that moment Carole King the performer was born.” Also, “Carole King’s life so far has certainly been a tapestry of rich and royal hue and I feel extremely blessed to be able to present a collection of her amazing, legendary songs that was the soundtrack of our lives.”
CAROLE KING & JAMES TAYLOR, not to be missed!
Important Information:
Date: Sunday 17th May 2026
The ticket price is $30 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 1pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 2pm
Our kitchen will be available from 1pm to 2:30pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
The Goddess of Pop: CHER Tribute
Step into a world of glitz, glamour and the unforgettable magic of Cher.
Goddess of Pop is a dazzling tribute show like no other. This Australian (Melbourne)-based production celebrates the enduring legacy of the ultimate pop icon with an electrifying performance that spans her greatest hits from the 60's to today.
Prepare for a sensational night filled with Cher’s iconic tunes and a powerhouse ensemble of live musicians and dancers. The show is brought to life with its vibrant set design, extravagant costumes, and a touch of casino and cabaret flair, creating a true feast for the senses.
The Goddess of Pop show promises an unforgettable night of entertainment that captures the heart and spirit of Cher’s incomparable career.
Important Information:
Date: Sunday 31st. May
The ticket price is $40 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 1pm.
The performance is scheduled to start between 2pm and 2:30pm.
Our kitchen will be available from 1pm to 2:30pm
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.
Spice Up Your Night
Get ready to relive the 90's with an interactive Spice Girls tribute show!
Sing and dance along to your favourite Spice Girls hits, alongside other iconic 90s classics. This high-energy performance features amazing performers who bring the Spice Girls unique style and energy to life.
With audience participation encouraged, you'll be part of the show as you belt out the lyrics and dance like it's 1997.
Whether you're a die-hard Spice Girls fan or just love 90s nostalgia, this show promises a night of unforgettable fun!
Important Information:
Date: Friday 31st July
The ticket price is $37 per person and is payable at time of booking.
Doors will open at 6pm.
The performance is scheduled to start at 7pm
Our kitchen will be available from 6pm to 8pm
Piano by Request will take place after the show. You are welcome to keep your table
A table will be reserved based on the size of your group.
Seating is allocated, so if you’d like to be seated with another group, please include this request in the comments when booking.
To add extra guests to your table, simply make an additional booking under the same name, then we will automatically group your bookings together.