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Your guide to the After Hours music festival at ANU
Spring nights in Canberra were made for this. On Saturday 17 October, Chifley Meadows turns into an open-air concert venue for After Hours, a one-night-only gig celebrating 80 years of The Australian National University (ANU).
Genesis Owusu is headlining, the food trucks are rolling in and the whole campus is invited. Here's everything you need to know, plus how to grab your ticket.
The quick details
- What: After Hours, an outdoor concert celebrating 80 years of ANU, presented in partnership with The Australian National University Students' Association (ANUSA)
- When: Saturday 17 October, 5pm to 10pm (doors open 4.30pm)
- Where: Chifley Meadows, ANU, 14 Ellery Crescent, Acton
- Who: Students, staff, alumni and anyone who loves live music. It's a 14+ event.
- Tickets: From $30
You may have seen Genesis Owusu in the hit Netflix show ‘Heartbreak High’.
Meet the line up
Genesis Owusu
The Canberra-raised artist is coming home, and he's bringing his full live show. Funk, soul, punk and electronic all collide in a set built for moving. If you've seen him live, you know. If you haven't, this is your chance.
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
ARIA Award winners, two acclaimed albums and shows alongside Foo Fighters and Pearl Jam. With roots in Ngunnawal/Canberra, this one's a homecoming too. Expect loud, joyful indie rock.
Rum Jungle
Surf-punk grit, psychedelic guitars and hazy alt-rock anthems. The soundtrack to a warm spring evening on the grass.
Chloe Parché
A sold-out East Coast tour, a Triple J Like A Version and a run of catchy new singles, including 'Changing Shapes', 'Silver Bullet' and 'Hot!'. Learn the words before you go.
Lamb Legz
The student band. Lamb Legz started out in Griffin Hall, won the Interhall Big Night Out Battle of the Bands twice and now shares a bill with the acts above. Proof your uni years can take you places.
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers are nominated for two 2026 ARIA awards.
All the ticket information you need to know
After Hours is a 14+ event, so if you're in high school, you can come too. Student tickets are open to students from any high school or uni, as long as you bring a valid student ID. It's also a fun way to see the campus before you're studying here.
Prices (plus booking fee):
- ANU student: $30
- Student (any high school or uni): $70
- Early bird: $90 (limited numbers, so be quick)
- General admission: $110
Good to know:
- ANU students need to use their ANU email (uID@anu.edu.au) at checkout and bring a valid ANU student ID.
- You can buy up to four tickets per transaction, so round up your crew.
- Tickets can't be transferred, and they're only refundable if the event is cancelled or rescheduled.
The food and drink menu
Come hungry. Hot Star, Asian Tiger and Azure Dragon, What the Pho, Chatime and Spice Sizzle will all be serving up, with options for a wide range of dietary needs.
There's a bar onsite, but BYO alcohol isn't allowed. Bring an empty reusable bottle to fill up at the water stations.
What to bring
- Valid ID (photo driver licence, learner permit, passport or student ID)
- Your ticket, ready to scan
- An empty water bottle
- A bag no bigger than A4 (20cm x 30cm)
Leave the banners, signs, megaphones, throwable items and flags at home. It's a standing concert, so wear comfy shoes and bring a layer for when the sun goes down.
Need a breather? You can leave and come back in. Wristbands and bags are checked each time.
Chloe Parché is the next big name in Australian music.
Getting there and access
Chifley Meadows is on the ANU campus in Acton, an easy walk from Civic.
There's an accessible viewing platform where you can bring a friend or support person (subject to space), and accessible parking is available around campus. If you have a specific access need, the event team will get in touch to talk through support.
Heads up: there'll be photography and filming on the night, so bring your best moves.
See you on the meadows!
After Hours is a one-off, and tickets won't last. Grab yours now and make a night of it.
Visit the After Hours event page for full details and buy tickets now.
