WAYWARDS BALLROOM

A stage for everyone. A home for anything.

Waywards Ballroom isn’t just a venue, it’s a reflection of the community it calls home. 

Perched above The Bank Hotel and just a stone’s throw from Newtown Station, it’s perfectly placed in the heart of one of Sydney’s most diverse and expressive neighbourhoods.

Waywards champions creativity in all forms and people of all kinds. From live music and club nights spanning all genres, to comedy, drag, choirs, and more, it’s a space built on openness, energy, and expression.

Live music takes centre stage every week. As a proud live music institution, Waywards supports up-and-coming artists, local legends, and beloved icons, bringing them together to perform, connect, and strengthen Australia’s music community.

Whether you’re here to play, perform, dance, or discover, Waywards Ballroom is a welcoming room with a heartbeat. A place where the crowd is as eclectic as the playlist.

It’s curated chaos. Real people. Real music. Real connection.

New events are added every week. Check out everything we have coming up via our program page below.