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Prince Bandroom

29 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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29 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Prince Bandroom

A St Kilda pub-rock institution delivering close-up touring sets, unobstructed sightlines, and big live energy without the chaos. Gig-goers come for the clean acoustics and a room that puts you right against the stage or lets you pull back to the open balcony for fresh air. Friendly security sets an easygoing, protective tone at the Fitzroy Street doors. Inside, cold schooners move quickly from the bar—no taps, no clutter.

  • Clear Sightlines & Multi-Zone Flow: Unobstructed views across the floor and balcony keep performers close at hand from any vantage point.
  • Supportive Crowd Care: Attentive, welcoming door and security staff keep high-energy band nights safe and easygoing.
  • Quick-Pour Service: Fast bar service serving chilled schooners and packaged drinks to keep the bandroom floor moving.

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The Prince Bandroom Advantage

Why live music lovers choose Prince Bandroom for unforgettable, close-up gigs

  • Unobstructed Sightlines Across the Room

    The mid-sized bandroom hall is designed with clear sightlines from across the floor, ensuring unobstructed artist views even in large crowds.

    I could see her from all angles at 5”1 this is important to me.

    Leah B
  • Intimate Scale with High-Capacity Space

    A balanced mid-scale floor offers the proximity of an intimate gig while comfortably accommodating full-capacity concert audiences without overcrowding.

    intimate enough to get up close, yet large enough to host a solid crowd without feeling rowdy

    Mohan V
  • Secure and Welcoming Concert Environment

    Dedicated, proactive security and friendly venue staff ensure solo concertgoers and attendees feel welcome, safe, and supported.

    going out on my own as a female I felt looked after and safe and I will be back soon

    Prue Handyside
  • Immersive Artist Proximity

    The cozy scale and layout provide music fans with a rare sense of personal immersion and proximity to touring headline acts.

    rare opportunity to watch The Midnight in a cozy and intimate venue

    P N
  • Balcony Zone for Crowd Relief

    An outdoor balcony gives concertgoers a distinct secondary zone to step out of the crowd, chat, or take a breather during performances.

    Great staff, incredible bands, brilliant bar and balcony.

    Berni Giliberto
  • Multi-Zone Layout Flow

    A versatile venue flow lets attendees seamlessly navigate between distinct zones, including seating, the floor, and the open-air balcony.

    space is great (inside seating, mosh pit, balcony)

    Soki Munar

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful, above-and-beyond hospitality touches that elevate the live gig experience in St Kilda.

  • Crowd Navigation & Balcony Escort

    Security personnel offer proactive assistance beyond standard entry checks, including escorting patrons through dense gig crowds to reach the balcony area comfortably.

  • Attentive Hydration & Care Check-Ins

    Bar and floor staff actively monitor guest wellbeing during busy shows, checking in on patrons and providing water when someone is feeling unwell or overwhelmed.

  • Open-Air Balcony Artist Connection

    The elevated balcony provides an outdoor viewing terrace where artists and concertgoers can interact in an intimate open-air setting directly outside the main room.

  • Dedicated Solo Attendee Welcome

    Door and cloakroom teams provide attentive, welcoming hospitality with unhurried service that helps solo female gig-goers feel actively looked after and secure throughout late-night events.

Before you head over

Practical tips for seeing live music at St Kilda's iconic bandroom

  • Order schooners at the bar

    The venue does not pour draught beer on tap, but bartenders keep schooners and packaged drinks readily available.

  • Head out to the balcony

    Take advantage of the venue layout by rotating between the indoor dancefloor and the outdoor balcony to take breaks between sets.

  • Catch clear sightlines from all angles

    With around a 900-person capacity and open floor layout, the stage maintains clear sightlines even from different angles or heights.

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