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Paddlesteamers, corellas and crackling campfires aren’t the only soundtrack to The Murray. With a vibrant live, local and mostly free music scene, lovers of late nights, great beers and delicious spirits will love these showcase venues.
Round up your mates, assign a designated driver, get your drink orders in and jam out to music all weekend long. Check out our guide for the best pubs, bars and wineries to catch live music in the Murray River region.
Whether you’re after a midweek break, an ambient afternoon among the vines or weekend gigs that’ll have you fist pumping all night long – there’s plenty of ways to drink in the atmosphere of The Murray.
Local acoustic music by the fireplace inside, bands and travelling artists from the Carpark Stage and regular DJ sets from the American Rooftop, the American Hotel Echuca has mastered the art of turning casual afternoons into late nights.
For classic pub vibes with a contemporary twist, they have you covered. Stationed right in the centre of town, you’ll find a vibrant line-up of craft beers, delicious cocktails, and an array of wines.
The refurbished hotel pays homage to the heritage of the region with recycled timbers from the original port of Echuca Wharf used in the beams, furniture and bar bench tops.
Settle down for lunch or dinner and feast on their menu from hand-stretched sourdough pizzas to Harry o’s American burgers, American classics and mains, and grass-fed premium Australian beef.
Decked out with American and Canadian-inspired interior The Corporate Moose is more than your average pub venue. The rear bar is where you’ll find The Musos Club Jam Night held on the first Thursday of the month or, check out their gig guide for a rotation of live music every weekend.
Sporting an American street-food style menu with smoked meats, loaded fries, nachos and burgers accompanied by an extensive range of spirits; whisky, bourbon, gin, rum, liqueurs, craft beers, and cocktails – this is not the kind of pub one leaves with an empty stomach. Dine in the undercover alfresco area, beer garden, dining room or across their two bars.
The Bended Elbow is a modern Australian-style hotel located in Albury, serving up legendary pub favourites like chicken parmi, slow-cooked pork belly and Angus beef burgers.
Hosting live and local music every Friday from 8.30pm with "Live In The Laneway", it’s the perfect place to kick off the weekend and order an icey cold ale or cider.
Head to the pub during the week for dinner specials like Beer and Burger Night Mondays and Parmi Night Wednesdays. Dine in for lunch or head upstairs and make the most of Albury’s only Rooftop Bar on top of The Bended Elbow.
Switch up the bar stools and dining rooms for sweeping vineyard views at The Shiraz Republic, a cellar door, winery and brewery on the way to Echuca from Melbourne. With indoor and outdoor stages, the fun never stops with free live music all weekend long.
Wine connoisseur or not, you’ll find a wide range to savour including a Spanish inspired Shiraz Spritzer best served over ice with a lemon slice. Alternatively, for lovers of great beer, enjoy traditional English and modern-style beers, brewed onsite at the Cornella Brewery. Either way, set yourself up with a flight and pizza as the afternoon passes by.
There’s plenty of space to keep cosy inside the rustic cellar door, or sit outdoors under the gums overlooking the vines, not to mention both are pet-friendly.
For lovers of exquisite spirits, Storyteller: The Baron's Tasting House tucked away in Deniliquin is where you’ll want to be. The intimate bar and speakeasy specialises in cultivating creative experiences combined with the appreciation of exotic liquors that are sourced across the globe.
Enjoy live music every week at their Sunday Sessions featuring local artists, or make your way to The Monday Soiree, for an evening of jazz set to brighten the beginning of a new week.
Head to the Storyteller weekly between 4pm and 6pm for ‘Joyous Hours’ with discounted house spirits and daily cocktail specials.
Storytelling plays a big role at The Tasting House with visitors encouraged to embrace the sacred art of sharing a story in exchange for a product, with the value of the product based on the quality of the story.
A dignified hidden gem in Albury, Two Fingers Bar offers a warm atmosphere with timber furnishing, vintage bookcases, leather lounges by the cosy fireplace and a welcome greeting for the modern day gentlemen.
Pull up a bar stool, order from their vast and high-quality spirits menu, cocktails, wine and beer, relax by the open fire and enjoy a line-up of local and live musicians at the Open Music Jam Thursday nights and all weekend long.
Add a barbershop and espresso coffee from 6am, Two Fingers has everything needed to ensure a good time.
Flanking the shores of Lake Mulwala, the Mulwala Water Ski Club is the largest licensed water ski club in the world, gifting spectacular waterfront views.
After a day spent on the lake, you’ll want to check out the Club’s mixed line-up of free and ticketed live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night in the main lounge. While here, don’t miss the new year-round Laser Light and Sound Show over the lake.
With the choice of two onsite restaurants - Papalia's Lakeside Restaurant serving up Italian cuisine and the Golden Inn Chinese Restaurant with an authentic Chinese cuisine menu.
For the early birds, Grinders Coffee Shop serves up fresh coffee, sandwiches and light meals or head to the Pro shop for everything the beginner or most advanced water skier could need.
For lovers of great beer and good times, The Thirsty Devil Brewery is situated in the industrial area of South Albury, brewing beer onsite and a 14-tap lineup at the bar.
Check out their two beer gardens out the front and back of the building and order via the indoor food van serving up a menu of pizza, burgers, chicken wings and sides.
Catch up with mates and bring along your furry friends keeping them on a lead in the beer garden. Although beer is the main drawcard, you’ll also find a range of local wines, ciders and cocktails to suit all tastes.
Order yourself a drink and settle down for the evening accompanied by live music regularly played in the beer garden.
Soak in the Murray River lifestyle and slow down with a glass of wine in hand at Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar in Echuca.
Situated on the banks of the mighty Murray River, the vineyard gifts scenic views from the grassy lawn and cellar door. Having first planted grapes in the 1800s, Cape Horn was frequented by the thriving River Boat trade and a popular destination to visit by boat.
Now, you’ll find them serving a menu of wood-fired pizzas, grazing platters, and dips accompanied by their delicious line-up of red and white wines.
Sit back and relax on the lawn with live acoustic music sets all weekend.
The family-friendly Corowa RSL Club is the perfect place to catch up with friends, family and groups large and small. The outdoor playground offers plenty of space for the little ones to run around and burn of some energy between meals, while Silks sports bar encourages a comfy place to kick back with cocktail, grazing platter or gourmet pizza for over 18s only.
Dine indoors or in the outdoor heated area ordering from a variety of dishes including, pressed jillamatong lamb shoulder, slow-cooked goat ragu, WA lobster and prawn linguine and an assortment of taco bowls.
Pair your meal with a glass of local wine, Corowa Distilling Co. Whisky or an ice-cold beer and check out the live bands performing every Friday and Saturday night including many visiting musicians.
Located in the heart of Echuca’s historic port precinct, the Shamrock Hotel is a local favourite for live music and entertainment. The iconic Irish pub menu includes 101 different styles of parma plus food off the grill, pub fare, beer food, and a menu ‘for the little people’.
Check out their range of beers on tap and wide selection of wines and hit the mic for regular karaoke nights, or sip back, relax, and jam out to a line-up of live musicians in the beer garden every weekend.
