What's on Club nights
We have a range of events on our calendar...
Sunday Club Night: a feature concert every week (apart from some holiday weekends) at 7.30 pm. Floorspot performers, often invited from local musicians, play in the first half. Cafe and bar open. Usually door sales only. See notes on each night for featured performers or events. Apply to perform here.
Thursday Open Mic Night: a warm welcome to all, 7.30 pm. Gold coin entry. Cafe open.
Special Concerts - may be scheduled on other nights
Our venue for club events is the Opoho Bowling Club rooms, 80 Lovelock Avenue, North Dunedin
In the current covid climate, some may wish to wear a mask when up and moving around.
Coming up for the Dunedin Folk Club
Brenda Liddiard & Mark Laurent
8 November 2026
“This fantastic duo never ceases to amaze me with the diversity of their songs, musicianship and poetry … sublime guitar and mandolin textures and soulful harmonies.” Mike Moroney, ...
Stephen Young Band
15 November 2026
Stephen Young writes “It will be exactly a year since the Stephen Young Band last played at the Dunedin Folk Club! Everyone (including the band) enjoyed the 2025 performance of Steph...
Here We Are
22 November 2026
“Here we are” is an assemblage of three Christchurch musicians who are strong supporters of the folk music ethic and who enjoy performing and entertaining people in that environment. We pl...
Southriver
29 November 2026
Hailing from the shores of Te Whanganui a Tara alt-folk band Southriver delve into New Zealand folk music with gusto. Pairing the heartfelt lyrics of Sarah August with the slick skills of Brendan Sche...
Bob McNeill
6 December 2026
One of the most popular New Zealand folk artists of the last two decades, multi award-winning songwriter Bob McNeill brings his acclaimed new album TWELVE DREAMS OF THE RIVER to an intimate concert at...
Potluck and quiz night
13 December 2026
Our final club night for 2026. Bring your musical memory and a plate of food to share for a relaxing evening, a fun quiz and general conviviality. ...
Whare Flat Folk Festival
30 December 2026
NEW YEAR | 30 Dec - 3 Jan Celebrating cultural identity; the stories and music that are part of who we are. Set amid native bush in the idyllic setting of Waiora Scout Camp near Dun...
Songs & Poems of Robert Burns
31 January 2027
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Mike Dr Blue
7 March 2027
Mike 'Dr Blue' Mckeon is an international, award winning musician, singer, songwriter, poet and composer, happy working and or collaborating in many different performing worlds including&...
