Streams of Whiskey are turning Brunswick Ballroom into a lively, folk-driven festive party with their Christmas Special.
Known for drawing on Irish-influenced folk and punk traditions, Streams of Whiskey specialise in big choruses, rapid-fire strumming and high-energy arrangements built for audience participation. Their Christmas Special on 20 December leans fully into that ethos, delivering a night of singalongs, fiddle-driven tunes and end-of-year celebration in one of the city’s favourite live rooms.
The band rarely leave much space between songs, keeping their sets moving at a brisk pace designed to pull the audience in. With vocals carrying strong storytelling and rhythm instruments driving each track forward, Streams of Whiskey create the kind of atmosphere that feels communal from the moment they step onstage. In Brunswick Ballroom, that sense of shared energy spreads easily across the floor and balcony.
Streams of Whiskey
• Venue: Brunswick Ballroom, 314 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056
• Date: 20 December
• Tickets: here
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While the Christmas Special framing adds a seasonal twist, the core of the night remains focused on the connection between band and crowd. Expect a mix of rowdy, fast-paced numbers and slightly slower songs that still carry plenty of heart. The setlist usually blends favourites with deeper cuts, giving the evening shape without ever losing momentum.
For regular attendees, this show acts as an unofficial tradition — a chance to cut loose before the year wraps up. For newcomers, it offers a straightforward entry into a scene built around melody, tempo and shared experience. Between the acoustics, the energy onstage and the lively crowd, Streams of Whiskey’s Christmas Special offers a December night out that feels spirited, communal and completely unpretentious. It’s music made for being in the room together — loud, fast, warm and full of life.
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