aiplannercamperdown events & things to do in january
Exciting events and experiences happening this month in Camperdown.
Petting Zoo
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<p><br><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/production-api-file-upload/uploads%2Fclient-23737%2Fevent-description%2F1766557429425-1766557429425.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii"></p><p>Petting Zoo is Sydney’s new day party built for people who want something different. You come to hear new sounds, move with a crowd that is locked in, and remember why going out feels good.<br><br>The first run brings serious talent. Locky lands in Sydney after a huge European summer that landed him DJ Mag Best of British Producer alongside Max & Luke Dean. NewTone arrive from Amsterdam with fast, high energy house that has become a staple for names like Job Jobse and Sam Alfred. Known Artist, the French duo, come through with club ready weapons and a DIY release style that has made them ones to watch. Pricila Diaz debuts from Brazil with a record bag full of tech house. <br><br>Local selectors round it out. Parker pushes sharp, percussive house built for packed rooms. Stacie Fields adds groove heavy energy that suits day parties and warm up slots that pull people in early. Jordan Brando keeps things pushing, with Kenry bringing his USB stick of unreleased bangers. Ca Lou & High Visa round things out with punchy sets. <br><br>Every show runs on custom production & Funktion-One sound so the music hits the way it should.<br><br>We're handing a side stage to a local collective for each edition of Petting Zoo. They set the tone, book their community, and show where Australian nightlife is heading next. <strong>This time we're handing the reins over to High Level.</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>ARRIVE BY TICKETS<br></strong>Petting Zoo uses an Arrive By ticket model inspired by leading festivals in Europe and the US. You choose the time you want to arrive, an earlier arrival means a cheaper ticket. This keeps the energy high from the first set and supports artists across the full program.</p><p dir="ltr">Ticket Options include<br><strong>• Arrive By 4pm<br>• Arrive By 5.30pm<br>• Arrive Anytime</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>STAY UPDATED<br></strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/pettingzoofest">@pettingzoofest<br></a><a href="https://pettingzoofest.com">pettingzoofest.com</a></p>
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TESSERAKT FESTIVAL | SYDNEY ft OGUZ, Vieze Asbak, Neek, Jayron + more
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<p>One of Sydney's BIGGEST HARD TECHNO FESTIVAL featuring 5 MEGA internationals at Manning Bar Garden.</p><p><strong><strong>Lucky Presents</strong></strong> & <strong><strong>Berlin Rave</strong></strong> bring you TESSERAKT Festival⚡World’s biggest hard-techno artists together for the ultimate rave experience - fast, hard, dark & industrial on <strong><strong>January 17th.</strong></strong></p><p>Experience a night of pure intensity as <strong><strong>OGUZ (NL), Vieze Asbak (NL), Neek (USA), Toxic Machinery (NL) </strong></strong>and <strong><strong>Jayron (NL)</strong></strong> unleash their signature soundscapes.</p><p>This is techno without limits.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>OGUZ (Netherlands) </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/808.oguz/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/808.oguz/"><strong><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></strong></a><strong><strong> </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://soundcloud.com/oguz808" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://soundcloud.com/oguz808"><strong><strong>SOUNDCLOUD</strong></strong></a></p><p>Equally as dynamic behind the decks as he is in the studio, OGUZ’s sound is an ever changing soundscape. Born to push the boundaries of his craft and a commitment to experimentation, OGUZ is continually refining his sound making him impossible to pin down to any one style or genre. With hits like ‘GOLDEN SZN’ and ‘FC Horsepower’ amassing millions of plays in mere months.<br><br>OGUZ's journey shows no signs of slowing down. He has shown his creative agility as a multidisciplinary artist spanning a number of genres and musical styles. With a steady stream of releases on the horizon and a community of fans behind him, OGUZ is poised to expand his reach even further and solidify his position as a trailblazer in the genre. Continually pushing the boundaries of his craft, OGUZ remains dedicated to evolving the electronic music scene and leaving an enduring legacy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>VIEZE ASBAK (Netherlands) </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/viezeasbak/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/viezeasbak/"><strong><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></strong></a><strong><strong> </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://soundcloud.com/vieze_asbak" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://soundcloud.com/vieze_asbak"><strong><strong>SOUNDCLOUD</strong></strong></a></p><p>Vieze Asbak is a Dutch DJ and producer known for his explosive blend of hard industrial techno, uptempo energy, and playful underground attitude. Emerging from the Netherlands’ raw rave scene, he’s gained a cult following for his heavy, distorted kicks, chaotic energy, and tongue-in-cheek approach to hard music. His sets fuse relentless industrial power with unpredictable twists — creating a sound that’s as unhinged as it is unforgettable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>NEEK (USA) </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/neekfr/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/neekfr/"><strong><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></strong></a><strong><strong> </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://soundcloud.com/neekftp" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://soundcloud.com/neekftp"><strong><strong>SOUNDCLOUD</strong></strong></a></p><p>Hailing from Southern California, NEEK has carved a fearsome path through the hard techno and industrial scene. With a sonic approach that blends brutal kicks, high-BPM rhythms, and dark atmospheric layers, his sets don’t just play music—they unleash sonic assault.</p><p>NEEK’s 2024 single <em><em>“INSANE”</em></em> via Basscon Records showcased his signature style: distorted organ synth progressions, skull-cracking low end, and relentless drive tailored for warehouse mayhem and festival annihilation.</p><p>A rising force in the global hard dance community, NEEK is an artist fixated on volume, intensity, and pushing the boundaries of what a techno set can do. Each performance is engineered to shatter expectations—and eardrums.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>TOXIC MACHINERY (Netherlands) </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/toxicmachinery/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/toxicmachinery/"><strong><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></strong></a><strong><strong> </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://soundcloud.com/toxicmachinery" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://soundcloud.com/toxicmachinery"><strong><strong>SOUNDCLOUD</strong></strong></a></p><p>Toxic Machinery is a Dutch hard-industrial techno duo from Amsterdam, specialising in fast, ruthless kicks, dark atmospheres and brutal dancefloor energy. Their sets and productions fuse sharp percussion, distorted textures and an unrelenting sonic assault—designed for the true underground rave crowd.</p><p>Whether playing warehouse-style events or major festival stages across Europe, they deliver an intense sonic journey that never compromises.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>JAYRON (Netherlands) </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/jayron.techno/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/jayron.techno/"><strong><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></strong></a><strong><strong> </strong></strong><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://soundcloud.com/jayronmusic" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://soundcloud.com/jayronmusic"><strong><strong>SOUNDCLOUD</strong></strong></a></p><p>Jayron is a dynamic force in the hard techno scene, renowned for his relentless energy and electrifying performances. His music has resonated with audiences worldwide, amassing millions of streams across his most popular releases, including ‘Knock Knock’ ‘Unmatched Energy’, ‘Just for Fun’, ‘Bella Ciao Remix’ and ‘Move It’. Collectively, these tracks have garnered over 10 million streams, propelling Jayron into the spotlight as an artist to watch in the Hard Techno scene. Jayron’s live shows are a high-energy experience like no other. His shows are all about feeling the music and living in the moment – pure, unrelenting energy from start to finish.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>What to Expect</strong></strong></p><p>• World Class Sound System</p><p>• Massive Stage & Production</p><p>• Strobe/Light Show</p><p>• Hard Techno/Industrial Techno</p><p>• Food Trucks/Merchandise</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>★ LINEUP ★</strong></strong></p><p>a-z</p><p><br></p><p>JAYRON</p><p>NEEK</p><p>OGUZ</p><p>TOXIC MACHINERY</p><p>VIEZE ASBAK</p><p><br></p><p><strong><strong>Support DJ's</strong></strong></p><p>LIL-RED</p><p><br></p><p>————————————————————</p><p><a data-msys-clicktrack="0" href="https://www.instagram.com/luckypresents__/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.instagram.com/luckypresents__/">Follow us on Instagram</a></p><p><br></p><p>There are no refunds for this event. All sales are final.</p><p>18+ event. Valid ID is required on entry.</p><p>Should the event be unable to proceed on the original advertised date, it will be postponed to a later date. Refunds will be available for those who are unable to attend the replacement date.</p><p>Lucky Presents/Tesserakt is not liable for any refunds if you get denied entry by the security, or get booted out from the venue for any given reason. Security Teams are not in our control & we cannot vet their decisions. Decisions made by security teams are final. We advise everyone to carry IDs & be responsible with drinks consumption to avoid such incidents.</p><p><br></p><p><span class="fr-video fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yz6k1z8xZog?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span></p><p><span class="fr-video fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tLvj2FrzlKM?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span></p><p><span class="fr-video fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LZt4jkNZTAU?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><span class="fr-video fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/exTLAcN3KUY?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><span class="fr-video fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LZt4jkNZTAU?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br></p>
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WHEATUS - 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY TOUR + SPECIAL GUESTS
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<p>It’s been 25 years since the release of <em>Teenage Dirtbag</em>, and somehow Wheatus’ iconic debut single is bigger than ever. To mark the milestone, the band are heading back to Australia and New Zealand for 11 massive shows January 2026, performing their debut album each night. Fans can also expect requests from across their three-decade career, a cherished tradition at Wheatus headline shows for almost 20 years. It’s a joy to behold. See for yourself.</p>
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REVOLVE FESTIVAL
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<p><strong>Revolve Festival Sydney 2026 <br> </strong><br>Friday 23rd January, 2026 | 6PM - 3AM <br>Manning House, Camperdown, Sydney <br>Presented by Dayglow x Closure <br> <br> <br>Revolve Festival lands in Sydney this January long weekend for its second addition! A full-scale multi-stage takeover celebrating the sounds that define Australia’s new wave of electronic music. <br> <br>From sunset till late, Manning House transforms into a four-stage playground of sound, lights, and energy. Featuring international heavy-hitters, homegrown heroes, and rising names across house, techno, and everything in between. Expect immersive production, high-energy rooms, food and market stalls, and a crowd that lives for the music. <br> <br><strong>Lineup (A–Z): </strong><br>2HOT2PLAY (GER), Brent Honey, Charlie Shell, Choomba, Datsko (IRE), Deaf Toucan, DJ Assault (USA), Emma Moon, Eva Charley, GMOZ B2B Bacteria Girl, James Pepper, Janis Zielinski (GER), Joe Hunt (UK), Jokesonyou, Juicy Selekta (IRE), Lemtom (UK), Little Fritter, Mass Medium / Club Caviar (NL), Nato, No Chasa, Obeido, Osmosis Jones, Scrappa, Testpress (SCO), Thelma (FRA), Trance Mums, Young Franco, ZWilling. (GER) <br> <br><strong>Supports (A–Z): </strong> <br>Bad Juju, Hutcher, Lily FM, Maloney, Mimosa, Sublunar, 2grlz1deck, AmnzDam, Dizzy, Mack, Muzza, Oneski, Reverse Cowgirls, Smags, Zuko + DJ Comp Winner <br> <br><strong>Details: </strong><br>Manning House, Camperdown, Sydney <br>Time: 6PM–3AM (Friday 23rd January, 2026 — Long Weekend) <br>PRESALE: LIVE @ 10AM AEDT 23.10.2025 <br>GENERAL ACCESS: LIVE @ 10AM 24.10.2025 <br> <br>Extras: 4 stages + Food & Market Stalls <br>Presented by: Dayglow x Closure</p>
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RAW OPEN AIR | MARK BROOM (UK) & PHARA (BE)
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<p>Strap in - we’re kicking off the year with an open-air session! Sun on your skin, sound in your chest and nothing but raw energy moving through the space.</p><p><br>A proper dance awaits as we welcome UK legend <strong>Mark Broom</strong> alongside <strong>Phara</strong>, with local powerhouses <strong>Trinity</strong> and <strong>Jennifer Ratnai</strong> setting the tone early.<br>And yes… there’s still one more special guest we’re holding back for now.<br><br>A daytime affair built for the heads who know what they’re stepping into. Let’s run it!</p>
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Better Lovers (USA) Australian Debut w/ guests: Split Chain (UK), Blind Girls & Totally Unicorn
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<p dir="ltr">Since launching in early 2023, metallic hardcore punk band Better Lovers has risen to global prominence at a pace as blistering as their chaotic music. Built from the foundation of Every Time I Die - guitarist Jordan Buckley, drummer Clayton “Goose” Holyoak, and bassist Stephen Micciche - the group could not have gone any harder than rounding out the ranks by enlisting former The Dillinger Escape Plan vocalist Greg Puciato, and Fit For An Autopsy guitarist and super-producer Will Putney. After tearing it up all around the world for the last two years, and ripping out the absolutely stunning album Highly Irresponsible in 2024, the living legends will finally make their Australian debut with six killer shows this coming January. </p><p dir="ltr"><br>Joining the tour to also make their Australian debut will be the exciting British hybrid of shoegaze, post-hardcore, and nu-metal that is Split Chain, who released their debut album Motionblur in 2024 via the legendary Epitaph Records. The prolific and celebrated Gold Coast screamo/chaotic hardcore outfit Blind Girls will round out this incredibly fresh and compelling package. </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Sign up for the early bird pre-sale now at: <a href="https://daltours.cc/betterlovers">https://daltours.cc/betterlovers</a> </p><p dir="ltr">Tickets on sale 10am August 27 via <a href="http://www.destroyalllines.com">www.destroyalllines.com</a></p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Friday January 23 - Crowbar, Brisbane </p><p dir="ltr">Saturday January 24 - Hamilton Station Hotel, Newcastle</p><p dir="ltr">Sunday January 25 - Manning Bar, Sydney</p><p dir="ltr">Wednesday January 28 - Max Watts, Melbourne</p><p dir="ltr">Thursday January 29 - Sooki Lounge, Belgrave</p><p dir="ltr">Friday January 30 - Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide</p>
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Infinity Song
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<p>Fast rising New York 4-piece Infinity Song are set to make their second trip to Australia and first trip to New Zealand in January 2026, with dates set for<strong> Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane</strong> and <strong>Perth.</strong></p><p>Composed of siblings <strong>Abraham, Angel, Israel </strong>and<strong> Momo Boyd </strong>- the soft rock group have had a whirlwind few years since being handpicked by <strong>Jay Z</strong> for <strong>Roc Nation </strong>in 2016. Initially busking and working on their craft across iconic New York spots such as <strong>Central Park</strong> & <strong>Grand Central Station</strong>, the band have since made their way across the globe hitting some of the biggest stages in the world; including <strong>Madison Square Garden </strong>and <strong>Carnegie Hall </strong>in New York, <strong>The Palladium, Union Chapel </strong>and <strong>Koko</strong> in London, and iconic festivals such as <strong>Glastonbury, Lollapalooza, Boston Calling, Bonnaroo </strong>and <strong>Railbird.</strong></p><p>Often likened to legendary artists such as <strong>Fifth Dimension, The Mamas and The Papas, </strong>and <strong>ABBA</strong>, the band have had some incredible viral success throughout the career - including their 2024 hit<strong><em> ‘Haters Anthem’</em></strong> which has seen over <strong>300 million streams </strong>since release and even landing them an endorsement from <strong>Doja Cat. </strong></p><p>The band are currently in the midst of a hefty world tour across Europe, Asia the US in support of their latest single <strong><em>‘London Foxes’</em></strong>, a bold, playful track that blends their signature harmonies with a fresh sonic edge. Amongst the extensive tour list, the band have recently played at festivals such as <strong>All Together Now Festival</strong> (IRE), <strong>Kampnagel Summerfestival </strong>(Germany), <strong>Haldern Pop Festival </strong>(Germany), <strong>Flow Festival OY</strong> (Finland) and <strong>Summer Sonic Festival </strong>(Japan).<br><br>Their debut Australian tour last year was an overwhelming success, <strong>selling out </strong>their Melbourne show at the Night Cat and leaving punters spellbound with their captivating performances. This time around they’re taking things up a notch, with their biggest Australian venues yet.</p>
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THE RASMUS
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<div style='color: rgb(24, 50, 71);font-family: -apple-system, "system-ui", "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Arial, sans-serif;font-size: 14px;font-style: normal;font-weight: 400;text-align: start;text-indent: 0px;background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);'><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-weight: 700;"><span style='font-family: "Helvetica Neue";'>THE RASMUS</span></strong></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-weight: 700;"><span style='font-family: "Helvetica Neue";'>Finland’s Greatest Rock Export Make their Debut Australian Tour January 2026</span></strong></div><p><br></p><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style='font-family: "Helvetica Neue";'>Rock stars in their homeland of Finland since their first album, Peep, went Gold when they were just 16 years old, The Rasmus have built a legacy that stretches across 11 albums.</span></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style='font-family: "Helvetica Neue";'>The fact their have never set foot in Australia has not been lost on them or their fans. It is something that will be remedied in<span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">a few months</span>.</span></div><div align="center" style="margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0.1in;margin-left: 0in;text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">The</span>best bands are the ones<span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">that</span>keep surprising you time and time again, in the most thrilling of ways. This is something that the 6x Platinum and 8x Gold-certified band have been doing since their major label debut in 2003. If you take a deep dive into their catalogue,<span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">you will</span>hear a kaleidoscopic collage of heavy guitars set against futuristic electronics, as well as pop hooks that can find their way into the heart of the most stoic of critics. As a direct result, they’ve become Finland’s greatest musical exports, selling millions of records worldwide and winning award after award.</div><div align="center" style="margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0.1in;margin-left: 0in;text-align: center;"><em>“I find it comforting that our most recent album has pretty much the same message as on our first album released in 1996,”</em>says frontman <b style="font-weight: 700;">Lauri Ylönen.</b><em>“It is to defend and praise the ones who are different from the masses and proudly being themselves as they are. It has been our philosophy from the very beginning. I’ve always felt like an outsider not fitting the norm. I’ve been called a weirdo, misfit and a freak. That used to make me angry but not anymore. It’s become my source of strength and confidence. I’ve realised the power of it. All the people I find exciting and inspiring are somehow strange. We, the Weirdos, unite and feed off people’s judging attitudes. The fact is they’re just afraid of us. Afraid of our capability to create new and change the future. Are you a Weirdo? Join us…”</em></div><div align="center" style="margin-right: 0in;margin-bottom: 0.1in;margin-left: 0in;text-align: center;">A Rasmus concert is not just a great rock show, it’s a celebration of individuality, a call to arms for every misfit hiding in the shadows. </div><p style="text-align: center;">Fri, Jan 30: The Triffid, Brisbane</p><p style="text-align: center;">Sat, Jan 31: Manning Bar, Sydney</p><p style="text-align: center;">Sun, Feb 1: Max Watts, Melbourne</p></div>
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