Sat 17 Oct · 1pm
Federation Square · Victoria
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Saturday afternoon begins with the unmissable Second Line Parade bringing the vibrant spirit of the New Orleans streets to Melbourne, with New Orleans legends Rebirth Brass Band leading the way and storming the Fed Square Stage.
Following this funk-fuelled brass explosion is Japanese, New York-based keyboardist, composer and producer BIGYUKI. Fresh from a residency at Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio (MESS), he brings his boundary-pushing sound to Fed Square, drawing on instruments and ideas developed during his time in the studio to create a futuristic blend of jazz, hip-hop, soul and electronic music.
Closing the afternoon is local hero Allysha Joy, whose husky, soulful voice, formidable Fender Rhodes prowess and raw poeticism have garnered legions of attentive fans the world over.
Stay around after the live performances for a special screening of Jazz on Film: Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool.
Quick answers
When is Free Jazz at Fed Square?
Sat 17 Oct 2026, 1pm.
Where is it?
Federation Square, Victoria, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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