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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

QUIZ NIGHT

7.30pm - 10pm

A quiz shown with your hosts Celia Church and Jon von Goes. Wednesday night at the Archies Creek Hotel. 7.30 doors, 8.00 quiz. Bar open for drinks. BYO nibbles. Presented by Wonthaggi Meats and Archies Creek Arts. Get a team together and book a table. Tables of 4 - 6 will work in the space provided. Groups of less than 4 including parties of one will be seated at a rando table. Who knows who you might meet. A meat tray from Wonthaggi Meats and a bottle of Archies Creek wine for the winners.

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General Admission $20 +bf

General Admission (ACA Members) $15 +bf

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Friday, April 4, 2025

Kevin Welch (USA) & Heath Cullen

Doors 7.30pm, Showtime 8pm

Kevin Welch's career as a recording artist and producer spans four decades. He is known worldwide for his solo work, his collaborations with The Dead Reckoners, The Flood, and Kane/Welch/Kaplin. Over the last decade, Heath Cullen has crafted four landmark albums and earned a trail of devotees across his native Australia, the UK, Europe and North America. This tour sees the two artists together on stage in genuine musical conversation, showcasing masterful songwriting and musicianship in an intimate and impromptu song-swap setting. Don’t miss it!

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Reserved Seating $43 +bf

General Admission  $35 +bf

GA @ The Door $40 (If still available, check with venue)

Saturday, April 5, 2025

BATHING IN THE CREEK FESTIVAL

Feat. SUNSHINE, VELVET BLOOM, QUALITY USED CARS, QUEENIE, DOE STREET, NAMES and BOOKRUNNER

Doors Open 1.30pm, Showtime 2pm @ The Archies Creek Hotel

‘When she and I did meet, she was bathing in the creek.’ – Colter Wall. Nestled in the rolling hills of South Gippsland, on Bunurong land, Archie’s Creek Hotel will be opening their doors for the inaugural ‘Bathing In The Creek’. An Autumn afternoon amongst the gums, where old friends gather and new love blossoms. Witness the brilliance of Velvet Bloom, Queenie, Quality Used Cars, Doe St, NAMES and Bookrunner. But we’re not done there, closing out the day will be the iconic house beats of DJ Sunshine. It's just one afternoon but we promise you won’t forget it! TIX ON SALE NOW!

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General Admission $49.50+bf

GA ACA Members $45 +bf

Children Under 12 Free Entry

Sunday, April 6, 2025

DOG TRUMPET

w/ special guests Jonnie Goes To Church (Outside Stage)

Doors 2.30pm, Showtime 3pm

Dog Trumpet will be performing their new single, Dog Trumpet favourites and Mentals classics at Archies Creek this April. Dog Trumpet is spearheaded by brothers Peter O’Doherty and Reg Mombassa, original members of iconic Aria award winning and Hall of Fame band Mental As Anything. Featuring Bernie Hayes on Bass and Vocals and Declan O’Doherty on Drums and Vocals. This show will also feature local legends Jonnie Goes To Church complete with Peter and Declan O’Doherty from Dog Trumpet as special guest rhythm section. Not to be missed!

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Reserved Seating $43 +bf

Reserved Seating (Members) $38 +bf

General Admission $33 +bf

General Admission (Members) $30 +bf

$35 @ The Door (If still available, check with venue)

Friday, April 11, 2025

HUSSY HICKS

@ Archies Creek Hotel

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm

Blues, folk, roots outfit HUSSY HICKS are heading back to Archies Creek this April to play a special clubhouse show! Known for their killer live shows, Hussy Hicks captivate audiences with their infectious energy, tight harmonies, and musical versatility, creating an unforgettable performance that leaves fans wanting more every time. Leesa Gentz’s soaring vocals and Julz Parker’s insane guitar work are at the heart of their electrifying sound, combining to create a dynamic musical experience. AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE!

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General Admission $30 +bf

General Admission (ACA Members) $25 +bf

An Archies Creek Hotel Event
Friday, April 18, 2025

Ed Kuepper - Solo At Last!

Doors 8pm, Show 8.30pm @ The Archies Creek Hall

"We haven't done this in years... time flies, surprisingly it's been some years since I've done any solo shows, solo and behold... that is what I'm going to do! I'll be trying out some new songs, and deconstructing some audience favs and some older beloved tunes in a relatively loving and spontaneous way. Do join me dear friends" - Ed Kuepper.

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Reserved Seating $63 +bf

Reserved Seating (ACA Members) $58 +bf

General Admission $55 +bf

General Admission (ACA Members) $50 +bf

$60 @ The Door (If still available, check with venue)

Saturday, April 19, 2025

PETER BAIRD ALBUM LAUNCH

@ Archies Creek Hotel

Doors 2.30pm, Show 3pm

Peter Baird is a singer/song writer/guitarist from South Gippsland ,Victoria, Australia. His music combines the timeless sensibility of the folk song with the spirit of the innovators and singer song-writers of the 60’s and 70’s. He explores texture tone and atmosphere with melodic guitar parts to provide settings for vivid lyrics that effortlessly marry the personal with the universal. Join Pete as he plays songs from his album ‘Lemon sky’ with his wife and long term music partner Nicky. There will also be some favourites from their back catalogue as Duo ‘Little Oberon.

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General Admission $25 +bf

GA (ACA Members) $20 +bf

Friday, April 25, 2025

SHAUN KIRK

Doors Open 7.30pm, Showtime 8pm @ The Archies Creek Hotel

Kirk's vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as "one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard" (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk's vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound fast becoming his own. Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he's not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he's become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers; Kirk's artistic prowess is in esteemed company. A MUST SEE!

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General Admission $25+bf

GA @ The Door $30 (If still available)

Sunday, April 27, 2025

MESS ESQUE

Feat. Mick Turner (Dirty3) and Helen Franzmann (Mckisko)

Doors Open 5pm Show 5.30pm

Mess Esque is a collaboration of Mick Turner (Dirty Three) and Helen Franzmann (McKisko). Formed remotely during the covid years and releasing 2 albums and in 2022 saw them tour USA and Europe. Now performing in Australia, stopping off at Archies Creek to celebrate the worldwide release of their 3rd album “Jay Marie, Comfort Me” on Drag City Records (USA/Europe) and Remote Control (Australia/ NZ). Their music has bee described as having the raw and visceral edge of Velvet Underground mixed with a dream pop blur. Don’t miss Mess Esque, live on their album launch tour this April!

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General Admission $25 +bf

General Admission (ACA Members) $20 +bf

Friday, May 2, 2025

EL ROLLO

@ Archies Creek Hotel

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm

El Rollo puts surf music through the blender and turns up the heat to serve up a scorching guitar-soaked take (with a slight twist of swamp and psychedelia) on one of rock’s most loveable genres. El Rollo take their cue from surf bands around the world. These include Langhorns from Sweden, Los Javelin from Venezuela, Messer Chupps from Russia, Surfer Joe from Italy and Los Straightjackets from the US. Their original tunes are an intoxicating rocked up, reverb-drenched brew of Balkan, Middle Eastern, Latin and Californian sounds and rhythms the head and feet find hard to ignore.

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General Admission $10 +bf

(ACA Members) Free Entry

Sunday, May 4, 2025

KATHLEEN HALLORAN & BAND

Doors 2.30pm, Showtime 3pm

Electrifying guitarist/singer/songwriter Kathleen Halloran has well and truly established herself as one of the country’s most exciting rising stars. Educated on stage alongside some of Australia’s biggest names, this triple threat is widely known for her swaggering fretboard flare and irresistible spirit. The launch of her soaring debut single ‘Free with Me’ has seen her sweep through the country with headline shows and appearances on some of our favourite festival stages. A MUST SEE!

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General Admission $25 +bf

General Admission (Members) $20 +bf

$30 @ The Door (If still available, check with venue)

Friday, May 9, 2025

THE NASH

@ Archies Creek Hotel

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm

5-piece The Nash are very excited to have their debut self-titled album relaunch at Archie‘s Creek on 9 May. They will also play covers of their laid-back party faves, featuring roots American rock & country, swinging RnB grooves and post-New Wave.

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General Admission $10 +bf

(ACA Members) Free Entry

Saturday, May 17, 2025

HENRY WAGONS 'Stories From The Road' Tour 2025

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm @ The Archies Creek Hall

Henry Wagons has travelled a huge tidal wave of global touring over the last couple of years. Racking up the miles, converting crowds in the UK, USA, Canada, Mexico, Scandinavia and more. This lone journeyman and twangin’ entertainment dynamo has soaked in stories and songs form all hemispheres, and is bursting and the brim to pass on these wild stories from the road. These intimate performances will be Henry at his most unadulterated and open. Titanic tunes and turbulent tales galore. A new solo show, with Wagons at his full, road hardened finest.

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Reserved Seating $37 +bf

General Admission $30 +bf

$40 @ The Door (If still available, check with venue)

Sunday, June 1, 2025

FROM ST KILDA TO THE CREEK

Feat. Delsinki & The Quiet Coachmen + Brooke Taylor and The Poison Spitting Gin Queens

Doors Open 2.30pm, Showtime 3pm @ The Archies Creek Hotel

Delsinki & the Quiet Coachmen return with their third studio album complete. Be sure to come join them as they smash through new additions of their New Fangled Australiana for this Century's Roaring Twenties! Joined by Brooke Taylor and her Poison Spitting Gin Queens this double bill promises a ripper arvo of music.

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General Admission $25+bf

GA ACA Members $20 +bf

Friday, June 13, 2025

VAN WALKER & BAND

Doors Open 7.30pm, Showtime 8pm @ The Archies Creek Hotel

Van Walker is an Australian musician from the island state of Tasmania and an extremely prolific songwriter in the genres of folk, country and rock, with poetic lyrics that explore a range of personal and social themes. He is known for his distinctive gravely voice and finger style guitar playing, and has been praised for his ability to tell compelling stories through his music and songs. In addition to his work as a musician, Van Walker has also collaborated with other artists and worked as a producer and co-writer, fronting the bands Livingstone Daisies, The Ferriters, Heartbrokers, Goatpiss Gasoline, Hexham Heads & The Swedish Magazines. He is also a member of the celebrated Vandemonian Lags Theatre production including a cast of revered Australian musical luminaries. Fresh from tours of Ireland and Canada in August and September last year, plus a run of Australia with Ella Hooper, having wowed festival audiences nationally and internationally such as Port Fairy Folk Festival in Victoria, Dashville Skyline in NSW, and the world's biggest Irish festival The Fleadh Cheoil in Mullingar, Ireland with his unique take on the classic Irish songbook, plus original material, ("One of the finest songwriters in the country." Jeff Lang), Van is highly regarded within the Australian music scene and has received ongoing critical acclaim for his contributions to the industry.

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General Admission $25+bf

GA Members $20 +bf

GA @ The Door $30 (If still available)

Saturday, June 14, 2025

MEL PARSONS (NZ)

Doors Open 7.30pm Show 8pm @ Archies Creek Hall

After a watershed year in 2024 with SABOTAGE, multi award-winning and 2025 Taite Prize finalist Mel Parsons brings a taste of things to come with her upbeat, introspective new single and video ‘Post High Slide’. Following tours supporting The Teskey Brothers, Crowded House, & Chris Isaak along with her own headline tours, Mel Parsons is thrilled to be back playing shows in Australia. ‘Post High Slide’ marks a fresh chapter for one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most beloved touring artists. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Mel Parsons’ enchanting live show and welcome her back to our shores; in her first Australian tour since early 2019. You won’t be disappointed!

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Reserved Seat $35 +bf

General Admission $28 +bf

GA $30 @ The door (If still available)

Friday, June 20, 2025

Lachlan Bryan & Emily Barker

@ Archies Creek Hotel

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm

This June, master storyteller Lachlan Bryan will be teaming up with Emily Barker, an award-winning Australian singer-songwriter. Barker’s new album, Fragile as Humans, is her first album for nearly four years, following A Dark Murmuration of Words, which Uncut called “...a kind of Australian equivalent of PJ Harvey’s Let England Shake” and which NPR’s Ann Powers acclaimed as “One of the most literate and probing folk albums of the year.” A must see show!

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General Admission $33 +bf

General Admission (ACA Members) $28 +bf

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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Jesse Daniel (USA)

w/ special guest Tori Forsyth

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm @ The Archies Creek Hall

Jesse Daniel has been a well respected name within traditional country music fans for years. Known for his relentless work ethic, roaring live shows and true to life songwriting, he has earned his place among the heavy hitters of today’s industry. The California native is blazing the trail for a new wave of traditional artists, bringing his kind of country music to stages all over the world. With three full length studio records and a newly release live album, he continues to rival the greats of the genre with his level of creative output.

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General Admission $35 +bf

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