A Merri getaway – where the street-side patio buzzes with energy and the backyard garden hums with lively tunes.
Nestled in a cozy corner of Preston, Merri Bar is gearing up for a September filled with melody and flavour. This month’s lineup feels like a perfectly curated playlist, offering something special for every taste.
From acoustic afternoons to lively evening sets, it’s basically a smorgasbord of local talent served up with a side of craft brews. Whether you’re in for weekend performances or to sample the infamous Clean Break beers, Merri Bar is a classic choice.
Merri Bar Specials
- Open Mic Night – Thursday, September 5th at 7:30pm.
- Happy Hour – Weekdays from 3pm till 6pm, with $5 pots, $10 pints, and $6 house wine.
- Trivia Tuesday at 7:30pm.
- Whisky Wednesdays from 6pm, featuring $8 Jameson, Boilermakers from $13, cocktail specials, and deals on selected whiskies
- Weekend specials of $12 Spritz on Saturdays & $12 Bloody Merri’s on Sundays
Keep up with the latest music news, features, festivals, interviews and reviews here.
September at Merri Bar promises to be a treat so remember to mark your calendar. The only challenge? Deciding which nights to pop in. Whether it’s for the live performances, the quiz nights, or the drink specials, rest assured – with Merri Bar’s diverse offers, you can’t go wrong.
The Tipplers
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- Saturday, August 31 at 7pm
Get ready for a rollicking night of Irish charm with The Tipplers. This Melbourne-based band serves up a hearty mix of old Irish traditional folk tunes and modern favourites that’ll have you tapping your toes and raising your glass. The Tipplers blend sorrow, sentiment, and hilarity in true Irish fashion. Their upbeat energy and down-and-dirty style promise an evening of musical mischief that’ll leave you feeling anything but green.
Szara Fox Duo
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- Sunday, September 1 at 4pm
Indie-Gypsy magic at Merri Bar?! Szara Fox is bringing her spellbinding fusion of flamenco and Balkan gypsy to Preston. Prepare yourself for an afternoon with exotic melodies, uptempo rhythms and a touch of flamboyant flair that will transport you to far-off lands.
Girl Friday
- Saturday, September 7 at 7pm
You definitely don’t want to miss a trip into a melodic time machine driven by Girl Friday. Melbourne-based Tracey Hogue blends folk, jazz, and blues, bridging the gap between the roaring ’20s and today. Her rich voice and heartfelt lyrics promise an evening of nostalgia and whimsy.
Dusty Dimes
- Sunday, September 8 at 4pm
Grab a whiskey and get ready for a foot-tapping journey through the heart of authentic blues. The Dusty Dimes are bringing the smoky, soulful sounds of a Southern juke joint to Merri Bar. With swampy guitar grooves, gravelly vocals, and wailing harmonica, this duo channels the raw energy of RL Burnside and Muddy Waters.
Dan Dinnen
- Saturday, September 14 at 7pm
Haven’t heard of the One Man Blues Show? Just come to Merri Bar and experience Dan Dinnen’s solo performance with enough energy to raise the dead. From soulful, searching ballads to pulsing, swampy grooves, Dan’s soaring vocals, harmonica magic, and finger-pickin’ guitar will leave you spellbound.
Tracey Mat
- Sunday, September 15 at 4pm
Adam Hattaway
- Saturday, September 21 at 7pm
With four albums under their belt, Adam Hattaway and his band, The Haunters, mastered the art of crafting tunes about star-crossed lovers, lovable losers and wandering souls. Get yourself into a rock’n’roll revival at Merri Bar to experience a blend of indie, soul and classic rock – a potent musical elixir.
Mr. Alford
- Sunday, September 22 at 4pm
Melbourne-based Mr. Alford crafts spellbinding songs inspired by life on the road in his post van. From Nashville bars to the Malaysian Symphony, his music has captivated crowds with its blend of country folk and bluegrass, spanning traditional to modern styles.
Kier Stevens
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- Saturday, September 28 at 7pm
Can’t decide between soulful ballads and energetic blues? Between originals or creative covers of Aussie classics? Why choose? Kier Stevens and his trusty steel guitar offer it all in one thrilling package. Join Merri Bar for a musical adventure blending blues, rock and country.
Whiskey & Wine
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- Sunday, September 29 at 4pm
Let your Sunday evening be filled with elegant melodies and feel-good energy from Whiskey & Wine Duo. This Melbourne-based female duo serves up your favourite tunes with an elegant twist at Merri Bar.
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