Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne Info

Capacity: 25,000

Opened: February 12, 1959

It’s been over six decades since the Sidney Myer Music Bowl was launched, and to date, it is still one of the city’s most visited landmarks. The Music Bowl was the first outdoor cultural venue of its size built in Melbourne for different events. Today, many similar and even bigger structures have been developed in the city, but this venue continues to thrive.

For Aussies, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl carries a lot of cultural history and also illustrates the creative phases the country went through. The architectural design of the Bowl that it has come to be characterized by was caused by a shift in thinking in 20th-century Australia.

After the Depression and World Wars, architectural design styles in the country shifted to reflect community and optimism. It was off the back of this that Architect Barry Patten created the free-form design for the roof of the Music Bowl. The bowl was the most important example of this art style when it was built and is still iconic today.

More than just its design, the Sidney Myer multipurpose venue is such an important landmark because of the memories made there. Different iconic events have been held in the arena since the 20th century and in 2024, there are more memories to be made here. Find the next big event in Melbourne and get a cheap ticket on TicketX.

Sidney Myer Music Bowl History

The man the stadium was named after, Sidney Myer, was a Russian migrant who developed one of Australia’s biggest retail organizations. Myer became an important character on the music scene because he organized the Music for the People open-air concerts year after year.

Myer did a lot of philanthropy in music, and when he died, the Sidney Myer Charitable Trust was created based on his wishes for his donations to music to continue. It was this foundation that sponsored the construction of the Music Bowl. The arena and the free concerts that Myer’s foundation still sponsors annually are his legacy in the music industry.

The Australian Prime Minister, Robert Menzies, launched the arena in front of 30,000 people on February 12, 1959. Since that event, the venue has hosted shows of different sizes and genres, attracting thousands of people. For instance, up to 70,000 people came to the Bowl later that month to listen to American Evangelist Billy Graham.

Where is Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne?

Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne is located at Kings Domain Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia.

How Much Are Cheap Tickets For Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne Events?

Prices of Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne tickets vary depending on the dates and performers. For example, the cheapest ticket typically sells for , while the cheapest ticket is from on TicketX. Ticket prices also change daily so for the budget-conscious, we recommend you keep an eye on the tickets regularly.

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Upcoming Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne Events

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Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne Seating Chart

Seating arrangements may vary between events, so make sure to check specific seating charts for upcoming events you are interested in. Check the Sidney Myer Music Bowl - Arts Centre Melbourne seating chart for individual performers below. These seating charts will help you find the perfect spot, whether you want to enjoy the event from the front row or from the back with a panoramic view of the entire venue. Book your tickets early to secure the best seats and prices. ⁤

Getting to Sidney Myer Music Bowl (Transportation and Parking)

Getting to Sidney Myer Music Bowl via Public Transportation

If you use the tram, the closest station to the Bowl is Tram stop #17 on St Kilda Road. Alternatively, you can use the bus or a train and stop at the station nearest to the venue. For trains, the Flinders Street Train Station is the nearest station to the Bowl. The distance between the station and the arena can be covered in a 15-minute walk.

Getting to Sidney Myer Music Bowl by Car

Most visitors prefer to drive to the arena for their convenience. Input the location on a navigation assistance app and follow directions to the venue. The Music Bowl is hard to miss because of its popularity as a landmark in Australia.

Does Sidney Myer Music Bowl Have On-Site Parking?

There isn’t on-site parking at the venue, but there are different options around where visitors can park. For instance, there is limited parking on the streets around the Bowl. A parking lot owned by the Arts Centre Melbourne nearby stays open for 24 hours every day of the week.

How Much Does Sidney Myer Music Bowl Parking Cost?

Parking at the Arts Centre Melbourne costs between $17 and $35 on a typical day.