Date
Friday 17 October 2025
7:00 pm
Venue
Margaret Court Arena
Tickets
Adults from $69.90*
* Based on the lowest adult price listed via Ticketek. Subject to availability and fees.
Sydney indie-rock duo Royel Otis will perform in Melbourne this October, supporting their sophomore album, hickey.
Royel Otis are in the midst of a whirlwind run through some of the world’s most iconic festivals – including Glastonbury (UK), Governor’s Ball (New York), Lollapalooza (Chicago), and Fuji Rock (Japan). Next, they’ll take their meet me in the car tour across North America before bringing it home to Australia.
The tour follows hot on the heels of their new album, hickey, and the release of their effortlessly infectious single “Car“ – a bittersweet slice of jangle pop named BBC Radio 1’s “Hottest Record” – arriving just a year after their shimmering, ARIA Award-winning debut Pratts & Pain.
Running Times
- Gates Open: TBC
- Gate 1 (via Tanderrum Bridge)
- Gate 3 (via Garden Square)
- Start Time: 7:00 pm
- Event Concludes: TBC
Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.
Important Event Information
- There are several options for your journey to Margaret Court Arena:
- Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
- Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
- Note: Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
- To ensure a smooth entry into the venue, download your tickets to your digital wallet before arriving.
- Bags must be A4 size or smaller, and larger bags are not permitted.
- Cloaking is available via the Information Desk at Door 7, or Show Court 3. Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
- All retail outlets are cashless. Any transactions must be made using a credit or debit card.
- If you have purchased a VIP package, the event promoter will be in contact with details regarding your experience.
Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.
Plan Your Visit
Royel Otis
With soaring choruses that linger for weeks and melodies that radiate warmth, listening to Royel Otis feels like falling in love with music all over again. In 2024 alone, the duo played more than 100 sold-out shows, selling over 100,000 tickets across Australia, the UK, Europe and the US. They made their US late-night television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and returned to Australia as one of the most-nominated acts at the 2024 ARIA Awards, taking home four awards, including Best Rock Album and Best Group.
Whether crafting original songs or reimagining their favourites, Royel Otis have cemented themselves as one of the most effortless and endearing indie rock bands of the decade – with a live show that turns crowds into a euphoric, unified whole. “We just want to make people dance together,” says Otis. “Everyone’s invited.”
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Florence Road
Florence Road is a rising force in Melbourne’s indie rock scene, known for their heartfelt lyrics, dreamy guitar tones and striking live presence. Fronted by vocalist and songwriter Emma Davies, the trio captures a unique blend of nostalgia and raw emotion, drawing inspiration from suburban life, youth culture and the complexities of human connection.
Their debut singles have already made waves on local radio and streaming platforms, with fans drawn to their honest storytelling and lush, atmospheric sound. With more new music on the way and a string of live shows across Victoria, Florence Road are carving out their place as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging acts.
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