aiplannerkensington events & things to do in february
Exciting events and experiences happening this month in Kensington.
The Midnight: Time Machines Australia 2026
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<p>American synthwave duo The Midnight have announced their Time Machines Australian headline tour for this January/February 2026.</p><p>The band that emerged over a decade ago out of Los Angeles celebrate their fifth studio album ‘Syndicate’ (released earlier this month) - their most ambitious and outward-looking work yet. ‘Syndicate’ evolves The Midnight’s simultaneously retro and forward-looking sound while cementing the band’s status as perhaps the most musically and lyrically ambitious act to come out of the burgeoning synthwave scene</p><p><br></p><p>The Midnight’s Australian tour will commence on Thursday 29 January at The Fortitude Music Hall in Brisbane, followed by the Forum in Melbourne on Saturday 31 January, and concluding in Sydney on Sunday 1 February at Roundhouse.</p><p>General public tickets go on sale on Monday 3 November at 12pm. </p><p>A Secret Sounds presale will commence on Friday 31 October at 11am, and conclude on Monday 3 November at 11am.</p>
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SOFI TUKKER
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<p dir="ltr">SOFI TUKKER return to Australia this January and February 2026 for their first headline tour in four years, bringing their globally acclaimed, high-energy live show to local stages with hits like “Purple Hat.”</p><p dir="ltr">The GRAMMY-nominated duo, Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern, blend Brazilian rhythms, bossa-nova grooves, and Portuguese poetry into an infectious, border-crossing sound that celebrates connection through movement.</p><p dir="ltr">Their explosive live sets, equal parts DJ performance and live show, have lit up Coachella, Tomorrowland, EDC, and Lollapalooza, turning every crowd into a kaleidoscope of rhythm and unity. With over three billion streams, multi-Platinum certifications, and albums like Treehouse, WET TENNIS, BREAD, and butter, SOFI TUKKER continue to lead a worldwide movement of dance, color, and community.</p><p dir="ltr">Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of music, movement, and self-expression. SOFI TUKKER’s 2026 Australian Tour is more than a show, it’s a technicolor invitation to dance, connect, and love what you love</p>
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The Whistlin Donkeys
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(209, 72, 65);">The Whistlin Donkeys </span></strong><span style="color: rgb(209, 72, 65);"><span style="font-size: 18px;">originally scheduled for 04-Oct-2025 has been <strong>rescheduled to Friday 6 February 2026 </strong>at ROUNDHOUSE, Sydney.</span></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(209, 72, 65);">Your tickets remain valid for use for the new date.</span></p><hr><p><strong>The Whistlin’ Donkeys</strong> are making their much-anticipated return to Australia, hitting stages across the country this <strong>January and February 2026. </strong></p><p>Hailing from <strong>County Tyrone, Ireland</strong>, The Whistlin’ Donkeys have carved out a fierce following with their signature blend of <strong>traditional Irish folk and high-energy Celtic rock</strong>.<br> <br> Their explosive live shows, filled with pounding rhythms, soaring fiddle lines, and sing along anthems, have made them one of Ireland’s most in-demand live acts — and an unstoppable force on Aussie soil.<br> <br> The band has just recorded a version of the iconic Men At Work song '<strong>Land Down Under</strong>' to play at shows in 2026.<br> <br> This is a show that promises to be loud, lively, and unforgettable.<br> <br> <strong> Don’t miss your chance to witness one of Ireland’s finest – live and unleashed in Australia.</strong></p>
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor
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<p style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(23, 23, 23); font-family: Inter, "Open Sans", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1em; box-sizing: border-box;'><i>British chart-topper <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie Ellis-Bextor</span> is bringing her glossy disco pop down under in February 2026. Fans from all corners of the country will get to boogie along to their noughties favourites and brand new pop anthems from her latest album <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Perimenopop</span>.</i></p><p style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(23, 23, 23); font-family: Inter, "Open Sans", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1em; box-sizing: border-box;'><i>One of the biggest British pop artists to emerge from the 2000s, <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie Ellis-Bextor</span> established herself as a pop diva with smash-hits like "<span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Murder On The Dancefloor</span>", "<span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Get Over You</span>" and "<span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Take Me Home</span>". Spanning across seven studio albums, her discography transcends layers of genres from dance-pop and folk to prog-rock and orchestral pop.</i></p><p style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(23, 23, 23); font-family: Inter, "Open Sans", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1em; box-sizing: border-box;'><i>London born and bred, <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie Ellis-Bextor</span> grew up in a creative household, taking an interest in performing at an early age. By 17, she had joined Brit-pop band Theaudience, reaching #22 on the UK charts with their debut album. Following the band's breakup in 1999, <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie</span> wasted no time launching her solo career, where she would go on to create the iconic disco anthems fans know and love today. Showcasing a blend of '80s-influenced synth-pop and disco, 2001's Read My Lips, reached number 2 in the UK. and hit the top 20 in several countries around the globe.</i></p><p style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(23, 23, 23); font-family: Inter, "Open Sans", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1em; box-sizing: border-box;'><i>Making a pop culture resurgence in 2023 after "<span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Murder on the Dancefloor</span>" was featured in cult film Saltburn, and covered by Royel Otis, Ellis-Bextor's reach has extended to a new generation of listeners. Proving herself as a timeless pop icon, <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie Ellis-Bextor</span> will be uniting both new and all-time fans to enjoy her glittery hits down under in 2026.</i></p><p style='font-size: 16px; color: rgb(23, 23, 23); font-family: Inter, "Open Sans", sans-serif; margin-bottom: 1em; box-sizing: border-box;'><i>Don't miss <span style="font-weight: bolder; box-sizing: border-box;">Sophie Ellis-Bextor</span> live in Australia in February 2026!</i></p>
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Wet Leg
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">WET LEG</span></strong><br><strong>AUSTRALIAN MOISTOURIZER 2026</strong><br><strong>Presented by Secret Sounds & triple j</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Wet Leg return to Australia in 2026 for exclusive headline shows</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;">Secret Sounds has today announced the highly-anticipated return of Grammy Award winning indie rockers <strong>WET LEG, </strong>for two exclusive Australian headline shows in February 2026. Wet Leg have built a legion of local fans since they dropped their self-titled debut album in April 2022, playing Splendour in the Grass and a series of accompanying shows that same year. These forthcoming tour dates will be their first showcasing material from new album <em>Moisturizer</em>, alongside fan favourites such as <em>Chaise Lounge</em>, <em>Being In Love</em> and <em>Wet Dream.</em></p><p style="text-align: center;">Wet Leg is riding high following the release of sophomore album <em>Moisturizer</em>, with its singles <em>CPR</em> and the frenetic, alluringly combative <em>Catch These Fists</em>. <em>Moisturizer</em> is defined by its sheer exuberance, the band turning the dial up with a record that is unapologetically bolder, stronger and raunchier than its predecessor. The band is currently playing a mammoth 22-stop North American moisTOURizer, followed by expansive European and UK dates, before heading to Australia in February.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, 9 OCTOBER AT 12PM</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;">Artist Presale: Wednesday, 8 October, 11am - Thursday, 9 October, 11am</p><p style="text-align: center;">Secret Sounds Presale: Wednesday, 8 October, 11am - Thursday, 9 October, 11am</p><p style="text-align: center;">All times are local.</p><p style="text-align: center;">For complete tour and ticket information, visit <a href="http://www.secretsounds.com/">secretsounds.com</a>.</p>
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Malcolm Todd
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<p>Handsome Tours and Laneway Presents are proud to present Malcolm Todd!</p><p>Los Angeles-born songwriter Malcolm Todd has gone from scooping ice cream to racking up millions of streams in just a few years. After a viral breakthrough with ‘Roommates’ and his mixtape Sweet Boy (2024), Malcolm Todd doubled down with his 2025 self-titled debut album – a record that blends humour, honesty and restless ambition into a singular voice.</p><p>Featuring Omar Apollo on the standout single ‘Bleed’ the album captures Todd at his most fearless, pushing his pop instincts into bold new territory. With a devoted fanbase and a reputation for chaotic, heartfelt live shows, Malcolm Todd now makes his Australian and New Zealand debut with headline sideshows in Sydney, Melbourne and Wellington.</p>
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Sub Focus 'Circular Sound' Australia Tour 2026 [SYDNEY]
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<p>One of electronic music’s most influential figures, <strong>SUB FOCUS</strong>, returns to Sydney in February 2026.</p><p>Few artists have shaped the sound and scale of modern drum & bass like Sub Focus. With over two decades at the forefront of the genre, the UK producer and DJ, real name Nick Douwma, has built a reputation for blending underground energy with cinematic production and boundary-pushing live shows.</p><p>Joining him for this special event are <strong>1991 and NERO</strong>, with NERO’s appearance marking their <strong>first return to Australia in 10 years</strong>.</p><p>Two decades in, Sub Focus is still breaking boundaries — transforming every live show into a next-level audio-visual journey. Don’t miss your chance to see Sub Focus live in Australia this February.</p><p><br></p><p>𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙂𝙧𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 <strong>SUB FOCUS</strong>(DJ SET)</p><p>With special guest support from <strong>NERO</strong> + <strong>1991</strong></p><p><strong>Date:</strong> FRI 20 FEB 2026<br><strong>Venue</strong>: Roundhouse, Sydney</p>
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James Hype
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<p>James Hype returns to Sydney for one night only!!!</p><p>A show everyone’s been waiting for and one you can’t afford to miss.</p><p>Featuring special guest Tita Lau, with support from Sydney’s own Alex Hayes and Bella Backe.</p><p>Friday 27th February at one of Sydney’s premier venues, Roundhouse.</p><p>Get ready to experience James Hype’s iconic hits like Ferrari and Waterfall live, along with his unmatched energy behind the decks.</p><p>Tickets will fly! Don’t sleep on this one!</p>
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An Emo Extravaganza Feat Anberlin, Cartel, Hot Chelle Rae and more
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<p dir="ltr">Time to dig up the studded belt and dust off the eyeliner - Destroy All Lines is proud to announce An Emo Extravaganza bringing together a stacked lineup headlined by Florida alt-rock icons Anberlin, joined by Cartel, Hot Chelle Rae, Broadside and This Wild Life. </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Anberlin lead the charge as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of their seminal 2005 album Never Take Friendship Personal, performing it in full alongside fan favourites. Fresh off releasing Nevertake, a reimagined companion to the beloved record, the band are entering a new era with Matty Mullins (Memphis May Fire) stepping in as live vocalist.</p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">They’re joined by mid-2000s pop-punk pillars Cartel, returning to Australia for the first time in over a decade. As Chroma approaches its 20-year milestone, the band will revisit the defining album in full, including their Gold-certified hit “Honestly,” which propelled them onto Warped Tour, TRL, Epic Records and countless MySpace Top 8s.</p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Pop-rock hitmakers Hot Chelle Rae also join the bill, performing their breakout album Whatever in full, featuring the triple-platinum smash “Tonight Tonight” and Top 40 favourite “I Like It Like That.”</p><p><br></p><p>Rounding out the lineup, rising American favourites Broadside make their long-awaited Australian debut, while This Wild Life will perform their 2014 album Clouded front to back. With AM//PM and Taking Back Saturday DJs keeping the vibes high between sets, An Emo Extravaganza 2026 unites the past, present, and future of alternative music.</p>
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