The Gov

The Gov South Australia’s leading live music venue, highly regarded upon by musicians and music-lovers alike.
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“It’s not The Governor Hindmarsh, but it will have to do.” – Keith Urban, during his performance at the Entertainment Centre. (City Messenger) 24/05/07
Since 1993, when the Tonkin family took over, The Gov has established itself as South Australia’s leading live music venue and is highly regarded upon by musicians and music-lovers alike. Between the regular local bands playing in the front bar and

the world-class music featured in the venue, The Gov really is Adelaide’s home of live, original music.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Australia's most renowned and internationally celebrated blues man, Dave Hole, is hitting our stage on N...
01/09/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Australia's most renowned and internationally celebrated blues man, Dave Hole, is hitting our stage on November 22.

Dave’s explosive live show and innumerable tours of the U.S. and Europe have solidified his stature as one of the very best blues guitarists playing today. His fiery musicianship has earned him public praise from such rock and blues legends as Gary Moore and Metallica's Kirk Hammett.

Tickets are on sale now at bit.ly/DaveHoleTheGov

JUST ANNOUNCED: Legendary frontman Geoff Tate is hitting our stage next April, performing Operation Mindcrime in its ent...
01/09/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Legendary frontman Geoff Tate is hitting our stage next April, performing Operation Mindcrime in its entirety for the last time.

It’s one not to miss. Be notified as tickets come on sale at bit.ly/GeoffTate27

01/09/2026

45 years in and the infectious joy of Japan's pink-punk favourites Shonen Knife is still as addictive as ever.

The girls return to our stage October 22, fresh from revisiting their seminal 1992 album Let’s Knife and still bringing the neon-bright energy that’s made them loved around the world.

Joined by Moler, get ready for another seriously fun night.

JUST ANNOUNCED: Arthur Hill is bringing his biggest headline tour yet, Arthway Round The World, to our stage next May. B...
01/09/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Arthur Hill is bringing his biggest headline tour yet, Arthway Round The World, to our stage next May.

Bringing his vibrant, witty brand of pop to stages across the UK, Ireland, North America, Australia, and New Zealand across 2027, we're thrilled to have him heading our way.

Sign up to be notified as tickets come on sale at bit.ly/ARTHURHILL2027

Support some of South Australia’s best emerging bands as they take a step towards the FROTH & FURY FEST 2027 stage.PATH ...
31/08/2026

Support some of South Australia’s best emerging bands as they take a step towards the FROTH & FURY FEST 2027 stage.

PATH TO FURY is hitting the Gibson stage for a free, all ages show on October 3. We’ll catch you there!

thegov.com.au/gigs/path-to-fury-central-heat

JUST ANNOUNCED: Direct from Manchester, the band noted to be almost better than the real thing, THE SMYTHS perform The V...
31/08/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED: Direct from Manchester, the band noted to be almost better than the real thing, THE SMYTHS perform The Very Best of THE SMITHS.

Having impressed even the most devoted fans of The Smiths, The Smyths make a welcome return to our stage next February!

Sign up for presale at bit.ly/TheSmyths27

Swedish metal masters Katatonia bring their unmistakable darkness to our stage this October. With decades of haunting me...
31/08/2026

Swedish metal masters Katatonia bring their unmistakable darkness to our stage this October. With decades of haunting melodies, crushing heaviness and atmospheric soundscapes behind them, expect a night that pulls you in from the very first note.

Joining them are Adelaide’s own Nakatomi Plaza, setting the stage for one seriously good night.

Tickets at bit.ly/KatatoniaTheGov26

Skunkhour fans, October 3 is yours.The alt-funk pioneers are heading back our way with a set built from the music that’s...
31/08/2026

Skunkhour fans, October 3 is yours.

The alt-funk pioneers are heading back our way with a set built from the music that’s kept audiences coming back for decades.

Back to Basics. SKUNKHOUR doing what they do best.

Five decades later, The Band Zeus are still doing what they do best.This September, the Adelaide favourites celebrate 50...
28/08/2026

Five decades later, The Band Zeus are still doing what they do best.

This September, the Adelaide favourites celebrate 50 years together with a hometown show to celebrate the incredible milestone.

Tickets at bit.ly/TheBandZeus50years

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59 Port Road
Adelaide, SA
5007

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+61883400744

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