MONTAIGNE – “it’s hard to be a fish” Tour
Fri 1 Aug 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Join Montaigne on tour as they bring their first fully independent album "it’s hard to be a fish" to life. more »
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Bass Botanica 2
Sat 2 Aug 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Bass Botanica 2 is back in bloom this winter, and it's about to get even juicier. more »
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THE MOTH StorySLAM: CHILDISH
Wed 6 Aug 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Listen to true stories or share your own at the Internationally renowned open-mic storytelling competition! more »
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Tumi The Be & Friends
Thu 7 Aug 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
On August 7th, roll through to Howler Brunswick as Tumi The Be hits the stage with his band Melodiasthump (and some friends), diggin’ in the crates for fan faves, droppin’ bars live, and vibin’ out in a freestyle session straight from the soul — real hip-hop, no gimmicks. more »
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Bass.ic presents: Benjamin
Sat 9 Aug 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Bass.ic is back hot of the trails of their sold out Matrixxman show with another killer act, Benjamin! more »
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NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK PRESENTS: SCI FIGHT COMEDY DEBATE: Psychology Is A Freud
Tue 12 Aug 2025, 6.30pm | , VIC
Is psychology a science? An art? Or an ink blot of your parents fighting? As part of National Science Week 2025, Sci Fight Science Comedy Debate takes a deep dive into the mind. more »
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NERD NITE #64
Wed 13 Aug 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Three presenters share a topic they are NERDY about while the audience shares a drink. more »
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REWIND & REVAMP: A BURLESQUE SHOWCASE
Sun 17 Aug 2025, 6.00pm | , VIC
One night only. Iconic burlesque acts, reimagined. more »
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JOSIAH AND THE BONNEVILLES with Sam McGovern
Thu 21 Aug 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
US singer-songwriter, Josiah and the Bonnevilles embarks on his debut tour across Australia and New Zealand this August. more »
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WET KISS - 'Thus Spoke the Broken Chanteuse' Album Tour
Fri 22 Aug 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Experience the antic glam rock of Wet Kiss as they tour their second record Thus Spoke the Broken Chanteuse across Australia. more »
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GENERATION WOMEN - Ladylike: Stories of Breaking the Rules, Living Out Loud and Claiming Your Space
Wed 27 Aug 2025, 6.30pm | , VIC
Revel in great storytelling, unexpected voices and shared wisdom spanning the ages. more »
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Oliver Smith ‘Footprints’ Album Tour
Fri 29 Aug 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Anjunabeats legend Oliver Smith as he brings his brand new and acclaimed Footprints album tour to Melbourne this August. As a cornerstone of Anjunabeats; Oliver Smith is renowned for his melodic and progressive sound and is a fan favourite around the world more »
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MATTHEW IFIELD - My Favourite Places To Be Tour
Thu 4 Sep 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
Matthew Ifield is bringing his silky-smooth vocals and timeless songwriting to the stage on his global 'My Favourite Places To Be' headline tour. more »
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Gashi live
Fri 5 Sep 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Critically acclaimed Brookly-based rapper GASHI is preparing to head down under for the very first time to support his sixth Studio Album “The Killah Whales of Gotham”. more »
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JERRY CAN & A VAN PRESENTS: WAAX ‘UR A RAT’ TOUR 2025
Thu 11 Sep 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
Aus-rock royalty, WAAX are back with their first new single in 3 years! more »
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SWEET TALK - 'Switch On' Album Tour
Fri 12 Sep 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
The highly anticipated debut album from Sweet Talk is finally here... ‘Switch On’ is an eclectic mix of rock & roll, blues, country, funk, and soul, wrapped up in a neat little bow Sweet Talk fondly refer to as ‘Southern Boogie’. more »
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Jody Wisternoff (Anjunadeep)
Sat 13 Sep 2025, 2.00pm | , VIC
We are excited to announce that the legendary Jody Wisternoff is bringing his highly anticipated ‘Welcome to My World’ Tour to Melbourne! more »
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TONIGHT ALIVE - NEW SHOW DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND
Thu 18 Sep 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
After exhausting tickets for their return show at Max Watts, alternative rock band Tonight Alive announce a second and final show at Howler. Seven years since their last Melbourne headline show, fans can expect a setlist of favourites, exclusive merchandise and meet & greet upgrades! more »
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Warehouse3000 Presents DJ HMC +++
Thu 25 Sep 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
The Godfather of Australian Techno DJ HMC Grand Final Long Weekend plus a lot more to be announced .... more »
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TRIBUTO ROCK - LA FURIA
Sat 4 Oct 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Get ready for an epic night of Rock en Español with La Furia. more »
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MERPIRE - MILK POOL ALBUM LAUNCH (BAND SHOW)
Thu 9 Oct 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
Join Merpire and her band as they celebrate her second album, Milk Pool - full of dark, brooding moments and indie, 90s rock anthems to move to. more »
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PEACH FUZZ - 'Isn't It Obvious' Tour
Fri 10 Oct 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
High-energy indie-rockers Peach Fuzz hit the road with their new EP Isn’t It Obvious? Joined by rising Brisbane singer-songwriter Lottie McLeod. more »
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AUS DANCEHALL DANCE COMP 2025
Sat 11 Oct 2025, 12.00pm | , VIC
The 2nd annual Aus Dancehall Dance competition as part of Aus Dancehall Fest 2025. Dancehall dancers from across the country compete for the 2025 title of ‘Aus Dancehall Queen’, ‘Best Aus Dancehall Solo dancer’, and ‘Best Aus Dancehall crew’. more »
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CURUMIN (BR) - MELBOURNE DEBUT 2025
Sun 26 Oct 2025, 7.00pm | , VIC
Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience as Brazilian artist Curumin makes his highly anticipated debut tour across Australia this October. more »
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ECHO MINOTT (JAM) - No Lazy Body Tour Australia
Mon 3 Nov 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Jamaican legend Echo Minott meets some D & B legends at Howler. more »
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THE MAES - ABREAST ALBUM RELEASE TOUR with Liv Greene (Nashville)
Thu 13 Nov 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
The Maes bring modern folk to life with lush harmonies and acoustic mastery on guitar, mandolin, fiddle and banjo. more »
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AUSTRALIAN OUTLAW WRESTLING: MOST WANTED feat: PRIVATE FUNCTION
Sun 16 Nov 2025, 2.00pm | , VIC
Australian Outlaw Wrestling presents an evening of extreme outlaw wrestling soundtracked by Australia’s best in hard-hitting punk. more »
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WADE FORSTER - 'Dying Breed' Tour with special guests
Fri 21 Nov 2025, 8.00pm | , VIC
Wade Forster, the rising country star and rodeo cowboy from Winton, Queensland is bringing his Dying Breed Tour home. more »
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Deep Dish (USA) - One Day Only
Sun 23 Nov 2025, 2.00pm | , VIC
Grammy award winning, legends of House return to Melbourne for this one of a kind show in the Howler garden. more »
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NADIA REID (NZ) - Enter Now Brightness Tour
Thu 11 Dec 2025, 7.30pm | , VIC
Acclaimed songwriter Nadia Reid journeys back to Australia in celebration of Enter Now Brightness; her critically lauded fourth album. "Nadia Reid embraces a full-bodied sound halfway between Haim’s sophisticated pop sparkle and Sharon Van Etten’s full-throated songcraft" - The Guardian more »
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ARTS HUB & BAR
Howler is a multifunctional, multifaceted arts hub and bar - a concept space hidden within a Brunswick warehouse that encapsulates all that is good about design, music, theatre, cinema, art and a unique night out.
The architecture at Howler engulfs you without overpowering you.
BANDS - DJ'S - DESIGN - THEATRE - CINEMA - ART
Howler is the one of Melbourne's premier arts and entertainment venues hosting the best and most eclectic artists. Events range from international bands and DJs, through to Fringe, Theatre and Pop Up events.
GARDEN OASIS
The Garden Bar at Howler is an oasis of sound, light and air.
A split room DJ booth and amazing steel sculptures work in harmony with the light and shade.
The Main Bar and Garden Bar are open from midday daily.
Getting There
WHERE ARE WE? : Enter via carpark @ 7 - 11 Dawson Street Brunswick. Directly opposite Brunswick Baths.
WHEN ARE WE? : check the venue website for details.
TRAIN : We are only a 100m walk from either Jewell or Brunswick Station on the Upfield line.
TRAM : We are 50 m from Stop 21 on the Number 19 (Coburg) Tram.
BUS : Many buses travel nearby – please visit ptv.vic.gov.au to find the bus service that fits your needs
BICYCLE : We adjoin the Upfield Bike Path and have many designated bike parks on site
CAR : Our entry is next to a public car park
Accessibility Info
Companion Card Access: This venue accepts companion cards. Simply purchase your ticket and contact moshtix to arrange access for your Companion. You must have a valid Companion Card and Photo ID to match when attending an event. Note: for any events with VIP Packages or extra inclusion items, access for the Carer only includes event entry. Should your Carer wish to take advantage of the package extras they will need to purchase the VIP Package tickets. No discounts apply for the full packages.