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Seven-metre ceilings, concrete basements and church organs: inside Collingwood’s massive nightclub
New Guernica was always unique, but now it operates four distinct spaces at 64 Smith Street in Collingwood, each with its own character, sound system and vibe.
The historic three-storey venue hosts up to nine events per week across the mainroom, upstairs, kitchen and basement, with different promoters, communities and music styles taking over each space. After four years in its current location, the club has evolved into one of the city’s most flexible electronic music hubs.
New Guernica
- Four rooms across three levels at 64 Smith Street, Collingwood
- Mainroom, upstairs, kitchen and basement each with separate entrances
- Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 9.30pm to 4am
- Additional events on public holidays, occasional weekdays and Sundays
- Multiple sound systems including Nexo Alpha, Void and Funktion One
Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here.
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Balconies, mezzanines and a replica organ
The mainroom sets the tone with seven-metre heritage ceilings, balconies and mezzanines overlooking the dancefloor, and a DJ booth built inside a replica church organ. It features a Nexo Alpha and Void sound system, full lighting truss rig operated by a dedicated tech, and connects to undercover smoking areas. The space handles high-energy programming with room for hundreds of dancers across multiple levels.
Upstairs operates as a former dive bar turned club space, complete with booth seating, cages and original band posters from its previous life. The room features a custom lighting tube system, dedicated bar and Nexo Alpha speakers. It can run independently or connect to the mainroom and kitchen for multi-room events, giving punters the option to explore different sounds throughout the night.
A Funktion One basement
The basement, accessed via Langridge Street, is the venue’s rawest space. Concrete walls, exposed plumbing and a Funktion One sound system create an underground atmosphere that hosts the club’s most intimate and left-field bookings. The basement holds up to 100 people, operates as 21-plus, and includes a full-service bar with multiple corners and booths for those who want to take a breather.
The kitchen rounds out the venue as a former commercial kitchen turned quirky side room. It features a functional pizza oven and connects to a secluded seating area, making it ideal for smaller gatherings or as an additional space to explore during bigger nights.
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The venue runs several weekly events alongside one-off bookings. Guerns Thursday has operated for 16 years as one of Melbourne’s biggest Thursday night events, offering free entry before 11pm and heavily discounted drinks all night. The event spans the mainroom, upstairs and kitchen with a mix of high-energy house, edits, techno and curveball tracks.
Eat The Beat runs every Saturday in the mainroom, delivering nine years of non-stop house, techno and hard techno with Melbourne’s best DJs and surprise international guests.
New Guernica already hosts several queer sex positive events, and now will have a dedicated weekly Saturday Upstairs, Action, a night for both play and party. Action launches on six December upstairs as a new weekly dance night by Thick N Juicy Events. Friday nights see different promoters taking over various rooms with separate entrances and programming.
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New Guernica’s history stretches back to 2009 when it opened at 322 Little Collins Street. The club relocated to Collingwood in November 2021 after the original building was earmarked for redevelopment. Before New Guernica, the Little Collins site operated as Club F4 from 2001, becoming one of Melbourne’s most influential underground institutions.
The current building dates to 1868 and has served as a town hall, comedy club and beer hall before its transformation into a multi-room nightclub. The basement opened to the public for the first time in its current incarnation, adding a fourth room to the venue’s three-storey layout.
Each space now operates independently or in combination, hosting everything from 16-year-old Thursday rituals to brand new weekly events across different communities and sounds. Whether you’re after soaring ceilings or concrete bunkers, the venue covers most bases without leaving Smith Street.
For more information, follow them on IG here, TikTok here or head to the website here.
This article was made in partnership with New Guernica.
Vox Chops: 90’s Smash Hits
Rewind to the 90s. Press play on nostalgia.
The decade of mixtapes, Discman skips, and scribbled track lists. When music meant spending your allowance at Sanity, burning CDs, and making the perfect side A for the one you loved.
On Sunday 30 November, Vox Chops brings the 90s mixtape back to life. Think R&B slow jams, grunge anthems, and guilty-pleasure pop bangers, all reimagined with lush jazz harmonies. Fresh arrangements by Jolene Moran and other Vox Choppers, with Caleb Paine keeping it smooth on keys.
And because no mixtape was complete without that unexpected bonus track, our own David Mai and Laura Koomen will be launching their brand-new EP Awkward Dinner – honest, quirky indie tunes that are the perfect B-side to our 90s love letter.
Country Struts: Line Dancing Class & Party
2 x one hour beginner boot scooting classes Thursdays at The Quadraphonics Club.
Session one: 6-7PM
Session two: 7:15 – 8:15Pm
Pop on your boots or anything you feel comfy in to get those heels and toes singing. It does get a bit sweaty so light clothes are best.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned strutter, everyone is welcome! Join at any time.
Midsumma Festival: The Pearl Prize Awards Gala
Melbourne will be the centre of The Pearl Prize 2026 Season, an Award that is International and the beat of LGBTQIA+ and allies creative writing. The prize is truly Melbourne owned as it will house the season which includes Melbourne’s Architectural and fashion destinations with Awards announced at The Gala.
THE GALA HAS ARRIVED!
The GALA welcomes writers, legends, young creatives, and industry paragons. The Gala will be hosted at The Wheeler Centre, expect: WORDS, FASHION, CREATIVITY.
Who has won The Pearl Prize 2026 International?
The Pearl Prize is presented by Osborne and Fawkner Publishing. A writing award where Queer writers have a platform of self-expression through the writing landscape and into publication.
In 2026 The Pearl Prize went International, opening entries to writers from Australia, New Zealand and Taiwan. Enjoy canapés and drinks on arrival.
Frankston’s Christmas Festival
Frankston City is gearing up for its 27th Christmas Festival happening this Saturday on Davey Street, Frankston.
Kick-start the festive season at Frankston’s Christmas Festival! Join the celebrations from 4:30pm to 9:30pm on Saturday, 29 November, and enjoy a day packed with fun for the whole family.
Stroll through the European Christmas Village, groove to the festive tunes of the Itchy Feet Pep Band, and if you’re brave enough to wear your Ugliest Christmas Sweater, there’s a special spot to connect with fellow festive enthusiasts and grab a photo!
Catch The Smurfs Winter Wonderland Live Show at the Arts Centre, browse unique gifts at the Little Beauty Christmas Twilight Market in Beauty Park, and support small business while ticking off your Christmas shopping. Don’t miss the Official Christmas Parade, led by the city’s most colourful community, sporting, and dance groups, and enjoy heaps of free kids’ activities.
All your favourite rides and amusements await on Baxter Street and in Beauty Park. And of course, the Frankston Christmas Festival is not complete without Santa, the tree lighting, and the spectacular fireworks at 9:15pm!
Grab your crew, your ugliest Christmas sweater, and your best festive spirit, and head to the festival for good times, great food, and colourful entertainment.
You can expect:
- Jase & Lauren NOVA100 Santa Meet and Greet
- Mulled wine and whimsical market stallholders in the European Christmas Village
- Little Beauty Christmas Twilight Market
- Santa Photos and appearances – after the official parade
- Ugly Sweater Portraits (FREE)
- Official Christmas Tree Lighting and Fireworks 9.15pm
- Over 30 food trucks, with options like candy apples, Tiramisu, Churros, Crepes, Paella, The Hanging Cheese Man
- Christmas Craft, entertainment, rides and characters + More
Host & Sponsors:
• Host: Frankston City Council
• Sponsors: EastLink, NOVA100, Aussie Frankston, Peninsula Leisure, Barry Plant, Snowy River Frankston, Bayside Shopping Centre
The Crystal Ship live at Yah Yah’s
The Crystal Ship live on YAH YAH’S band stage with support from Samarah On Skin.
Socials:
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Samarah On Skin
Leila
Following the release of new music and multiple shows around ACT, NSW, VIC & QLD, country/pop artist, Leila, returns to Melbourne to showcase acoustic versions of released favourites, unreleased tracks and covers mixed with her signature country/pop sound. With Melbourne special guests Will Rounds and Kaylah Thomas opening the night, this is definitely not an event to miss. Except songs and stories, surprises and a great night of original live music from emerging independent artists!
Birdsnake
FREE SHOW: To celebrate Birdsnake’s debut album ‘Biofilter’ we’re throwing a free intimate gig at Morse next Sunday selling wax all arvo and some new merch too w some beloved homies on le decks
feat:
Birdsnake (live)
Emelyne
Cooper Dodge
Lloyd Briggs
Spin Diesel
Loz
Late-spring sunlight with vinyl, tannins and live psychedelia. Mac Forbes, RBE and Wine Guy fill the garden with pours worth lingering over. What a combo.
Plus $16 Italian hot dog, $10 pints, slushies + Bloodies as always.
Jerry.
Jerry is a Melbourne-based cosmic funk band known for its electric live performances, blending deep grooves with dreamy textures and dancefloor-ready rhythms. Their sound features elements like melting sax lines, dreamy synth soundscapes, and a locked-in rhythm section.
Come enjoy 2 sets from 7:30 in the brewpub before their debut record drops in coming months.
Win: We’re giving away two double passes to Crown Ruler’s High Times
If you’re still scrambling for New Year’s Eve plans, consider this your sign. High Times NYE is returning to Northcote for a massive 12-hour takeover spanning Northcote Theatre, High Note and Bastings Street, marking the end of Crown Ruler’s 25th anniversary year with one last dance.
The lineup is built around some serious back-to-back combinations. Bradley Zero will link up with Wax’o Paradiso for a now-notorious b3b session in the main room, while DJ JNETT teams up with Boorloo’s Rok Riley for what’s being billed as a clubbing masterclass. C.FRIM and Karani will go head-to-head, and Nay Nay with Baschoe round out the Theatre’s heavy hitters.
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Outside on Bastings Street, Zepherin Saint’s Tribe Soundsystem will anchor an open-air street party alongside Darcy Justice, Rah, and Emelyne b2b Lori. Expect food vendors serving up something with a bit of kick while you soak up the summer sun.
High Note will be running across all rooms and spilling onto the sidewalk, with Lay Down The Groove, Afrodisiac and Caucasian Opportunities working the intimate spaces. Baile funk collective Inbraza will close things out with their signature bass-heavy chaos.
The full lineup also includes Finding Figaro, Club De Migo, Poli-Pearl, Xavier b2b Jimi Dawg and plenty more across the three venues.
For more information, head here.
Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird
To celebrate the recent release of their fourth album, Rosewater Crocodile, the beloved Melbourne five-piece will hit the road in Victoria regional cities in early 2026 for a run of Summer shows that promises to be nothing short of unforgettable.
Known for their soaring live sets, euphoric horns, and Lachy Rose’s soul-stirring vocals, Cousin Tony’s have carved out a reputation as one of Australia’s most emotionally resonant and joy-filled live acts. Expect brand new songs, fan favourites, and all the heart, energy and connection you’ve come to love. These will be some of the must-see shows of the summer!
Cousin Tony’s Brand New Firebird
To celebrate the recent release of their fourth album, Rosewater Crocodile, the beloved Melbourne five-piece will hit the road in Victoria regional cities in early 2026 for a run of Summer shows that promises to be nothing short of unforgettable.
Known for their soaring live sets, euphoric horns, and Lachy Rose’s soul-stirring vocals, Cousin Tony’s have carved out a reputation as one of Australia’s most emotionally resonant and joy-filled live acts. Expect brand new songs, fan favourites, and all the heart, energy and connection you’ve come to love. These will be some of the must-see shows of the summer!