November gig guide: the best live music events on the North Shore this month
Old rockers, local jazz, classical Arabic, those other Gallaghers...
Huw Bradshaw
November 04, 2025
Looking to get out and about this November? Here are all the best shows on in the North Shore.
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Tom Olendorff
Changing up from their recent focus on classical, Hayes Street Studio will be hosting London-based jazz guitarist Tom Olendorff. Tickets $40. See Tom playing below.
When: November 5, 7pm
Where: 11 Hayes Street, Neutral Bay
Greg Englert with Kenny Bradshaw
Local musicians Greg and Kenny will be performing on a Sunday afternoon at Bar Quattro, Waverton. Come along for a fresh harbour breeze with jazz and latin tunes.
When: November 9, 4pm–7pm
Where: 3/100 Bay Rd, Waverton
Peter Campbell
Not the one from Madmen!
This Peter Campbell is a long-time folk musician based in the Southern Highlands, recording songs exploring social and environmental issues in Australia.
This month he will be performing at the Ku-ring-gai Hornsby Folk Club. Tickets $20, under 16s go free.
When: November 21, 7pm
Where: Beatrice Taylor Hall, Hornsby
Campbell playing with Noel Paul Stookey (of Peter, Paul and Mary), Circa 1977
NOASIS
Not so keen on $400+ concert tickets? Swing by The Canopy in Lane Cove for the next best thing and see NOASIS, an Oasis cover band who has been touring for more than 30 years. Tickets $21, family-friendly, food and drinks permitted.
When: November 8, 6pm
Where: 2 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove
Jack and the Axes
An Australian blues band based out of Newcastle, Jack and the Axes will be playing at the Hornsby Inn this month. Free entry.
When: November 21, 7pm
Where: 37 Hunter Street, Hornsby
The Filthy Animals
A “supergroup” made up of musicians from various Australian bands (Mondo Rock, Choirboys, Rose Tattoo) on a rotating lineup, The Filthy Animals will be bringing a “night of pure rock energy” to the Bayview Hotel. Free entry.
When: November 14, 9pm
Where: 166 Victoria Road, Gladesville
Floodlights
While Freshwater is firmly in ‘Beaches territory, this gig is only a stones throw away from the North Shore. Floodlights are an Australian rock band from Melbourne. Tickets $45.
When: November 28, 7pm
Where: BOMBIES at Harbord Hotel, Freshwater
Dave Graney & The Coral Snakes
Celebrating 30 years since the release of their gold-selling record The Soft 'n' Sexy Sound Australian rock group Dave Graney & The Coral Snakes have embarked on a tour across the country. They will be stopping by Chatswood for a show at The Lounge this month. Tickets $66.
When: November 15, 7:45pm
Where: 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
Tarab Ensemble
Founded in 2019 by Yousef Alreemawi, Tarab Ensemble is a classical Arabic musical group looking to address the under-representation of Arabic musical heritage in Australia. They play at The Lounge in Chatswood late this month.
Their performances involve a variety of different styles and genres across the Arab world, as well as spoken word poetry and dance. Tickets $90.
When: November 28, 8pm
Where: 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
Thumbnail: Peter Campbell, Floodlights