Rochford Wines in the Yarra Valley is kicking off a new summer initiative with the launch of its Saturday Night Summer Series.
Partnering with Music Victoria and supported by the Victorian Government, the winery’s Il Vigneto restaurant will host free live music gigs featuring Melbourne’s emerging talent across diverse genres and backgrounds.
Known for hosting some of the biggest international acts over the years, Rochford Wines is now focusing on supporting Australian artists. The summer series will spotlight youth, LGBTQIA+ and Indigenous performers, along with other rising stars, in an intimate setting.
Check out our gig guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.
Upcoming performances:
- Saturday 7 December: Rhys Sund
Known for melodic harmonies and wistful lyrics, Rhys Sund gained international attention with his 2021 single Don’t Lay It On Me. - Saturday 4 January: Katankin
Melbourne singer-songwriter Katankin blends poetic lyrics with an eclectic sound, earning a 2023 Music Victoria nomination for Best Folk Work. - Saturday 18 January: Rain of Animals
Pepita Emmerichs and Theodore Barnard deliver unique harmonies and instrumental wizardry, drawing from bluegrass, swing, and folk traditions. - Saturday 15 March: Zeitgeist Riders
This fiddle-led group performs award-winning originals and surprising covers, blending folk and rock influences. - Saturday 22 March: Josette O’Donnell
A Yarra Valley local, Josette’s music spans folk, country, and reggae, reflecting life’s emotional range. - Saturday 17 May: Archer
A folk musician with a bluesy edge, Archer combines poetic songwriting with a captivating voice, recently featured in I’m Wanita.
Live music at Il Vigneto
The Saturday night series at Il Vigneto offers visitors a chance to enjoy woodfired pizza and pasta by the lake while experiencing performances by original artists from the Yarra Valley and Melbourne.
“We see it as our responsibility to support up-and-coming artists, share live music with our regional population, and make it accessible and family-friendly,” said Catherine De Cieri, Rochford Wines’ music operations manager. “We’re committed to supporting artists building their careers in the music industry.”
The summer series is free for all ages. Bookings are recommended to secure your spot at Il Vigneto for an evening of delicious food and outstanding live music.
