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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.

Two nights, two massive parties and a whole lot of throwback hits!The unbeatable Never Ending 80s are heading our way th...
23/10/2026

Two nights, two massive parties and a whole lot of throwback hits!

The unbeatable Never Ending 80s are heading our way this December with two nights of music, dancing and favourite singalong anthems.

Friday, December 4: 70s vs 80s, where disco meets big hair and even bigger hits.

Saturday, December 5: The ultimate 80s party, packed with the songs you know and love.

Round up your mates, dust off your best retro outfit and get ready to dance!

FRIDAY TICKETS AT bit.ly/NE80sDec4
SATURDAY TICKETS AT bit.ly/NE80sDec05

With eleven albums, three decades and some absolute classics under their belt, P.O.D. have certainly made their mark.The...
23/10/2026

With eleven albums, three decades and some absolute classics under their belt, P.O.D. have certainly made their mark.

The platinum-selling rock legends are heading our way December 1, bringing their signature mix of hard rock, hip-hop and punk alongside tracks from their latest album Veritas.

With Australian heavyweights Ocean Grove joining them, this one’s shaping up to be a seriously good night.

23/10/2026

Next month, Windwaker are bringing their genre-bending sound to our stage for the very first time!

The Melbourne heavyweights are heading our way November 1 with their explosive mix of metalcore, electronic beats and crushingly open-hearted melodies.

If you like your music heavy, unpredictable and full of energy, this one’s for you.

Tickets at bit.ly/WindwakeratTheGov26

Three bands. One seriously stacked night of post-hardcore.Dance Gavin Dance are taking over our stage November 10, bring...
22/10/2026

Three bands. One seriously stacked night of post-hardcore.

Dance Gavin Dance are taking over our stage November 10, bringing tracks from their latest album Pantheon alongside plenty of fan favourites.

Joining them are The Fall of Troy and Galleons, making this one hell of a lineup.

Get tickets while you still can at bit.ly/DGDTheGov

Join us for one last dance with Etienne.After more than three decades of shaping British pop, the beloved UK trio are h...
22/10/2026

Join us for one last dance with Etienne.

After more than three decades of shaping British pop, the beloved UK trio are heading our way November 23 for their final Australian tour.

From “Only Love Can Break Your Heart” to “Nothing Can Stop Us” and “He’s on the Phone”, it’s one last chance to hear the songs that made Saint Etienne such a favourite.

Tickets at bit.ly/SaintEtienneTheGov

22/10/2026

If you’ve ever found yourself laughing along to an episode of Tea With Me, you’ll want to be here next Friday!

Belfast comedian Shane Todd is swapping the podcast mic for our stage, bringing his quick wit, hilarious storytelling and knack for finding the funny side of everyday life.

We reckon you’re in for a good laugh.

Get your tickets at bit.ly/ShaneToddTheGov

🎶 This Week on Our Front Stages 🎶Brains, banter and plenty happening around the pub!Test your knowledge at Thursday’s qu...
21/10/2026

🎶 This Week on Our Front Stages 🎶

Brains, banter and plenty happening around the pub!

Test your knowledge at Thursday’s quiz, get your blues fix or discover some new favourites with a big weekend of local talent.

Sounds like a good week to us!

Last night, we were absolutely thrilled to once again take home the award for Best Live Music Venue at the AHA SA Awards...
21/10/2026

Last night, we were absolutely thrilled to once again take home the award for Best Live Music Venue at the AHA SA Awards!

We’re incredibly proud of this one, but The Gov wouldn’t be what it is without the amazing community behind it.

To every band and artist who’s stepped onto our stages, our incredible staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and every single person who’s walked through our doors to enjoy a show, thank you. You’re the reason we get to do what we love, and this award belongs to all of you.

Live music has always been at the heart of The Gov, and we’re so proud of the place we’ve built together.

Here’s to many more nights of great music, full rooms and unforgettable memories.

Thursday night plans? We’ve got a few questions for youQuiz Night is back TOMORROW NIGHT with cheap drinks, great prizes...
21/10/2026

Thursday night plans? We’ve got a few questions for you

Quiz Night is back TOMORROW NIGHT with cheap drinks, great prizes and plenty of opportunities to prove your mates wrong.

Get your table booked at bit.ly/Weekly50xTheGov

Japanese pop-punk favourites Shonen Knife are heading our way tomorrow night, celebrating 45 years of music and the newl...
21/10/2026

Japanese pop-punk favourites Shonen Knife are heading our way tomorrow night, celebrating 45 years of music and the newly re-cut release of their iconic 1992 album Let’s Knife.

Four decades on, they’re still as colourful, quirky and ridiculously catchy as ever.

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59 Port Road
Adelaide, SA
5007

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+61883400744

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