Planning Your Gothic Calendar 2019

Planning Your Gothic Calendar 2019

When it comes to planning out the upcoming year, nothing is more exciting than adding in all the events that allow you to explore your passions and hobbies! If you are a lover of all things goth, there are many opportunities in the year to immerse yourself in goth culture.

For those wondering where in Australia and New Zealand you can explore your dark side, here is a list of upcoming events to keep you partying all year round!

JANUARY

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22nd Jan-3rd March

A Midnight Visit 

Venue- Girls School, East Perth WA 

Cost- Up to $82

Duration- 60-70 minutes

For ages 15 and up

A theater production that is a mix of film set, playground and adventure, this is one you cant miss! Follow ghost LIzzie Reid as she takes you on an Edgar Allen Poe inspired journey! 

https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/a-midnight-visit-fw2019

FEBRUARY

9th: Sanctuary Night Club

Venue: The Valve Underground, Ultimo NSW

When: Second Saturday of Every Month

Cost: Usually $10

Started in 1989 as a place for lovers of alternative music to meet and enjoy themselves, the Sanctuary nightclub has become an institution for those looking to explore and embrace the alternative scene! 

https://www.facebook.com/sanctuarynightclub/

13th: Rituals

 Venue: Fringe World Fesival

             Nevermind Smallclub, Northbridge Perth, WA

 Duration: 7pm-late 

 Cost: Free

One of the many events occurring at this year's Fringe World Festival, Rituals is a chance to experience a light and music show that includes new-wave, goth, post-punk, EBM, electro and everything in between! Party alongside like-minded people and immerse yourself in the music and style! 

https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on?keyword=Hearts+of+Darkness+Inc 

Waitangi Waste Fest

8th & 9th: Waitangi Waste Festival 

Cost: $10 at the door

Duration: 7pm-3am 

Venue: Valhalla Tavern, Wellington, NZ

An annual celebration of crust, doom, punk, grind, goth and filth, the Waitangi Waste Festival features an array or musical attractions to make your alternative heart sing! Wearing black is a must to this event, where you can enjoy the best of the New Zealand alternative scene! 

https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2019/waitangi-waste-fest/wellington?utm_campaign=also-visited-events&utm_medium=click-through&utm_source=2019%2Fno-age%2Fwellington

MARCH

        Download Festival

9th- Sydney, Parramatta Park

11th- Melbourne, Flemington Racecourse 

Cost: Tickets from $189

With a line-up that includes Slayer, Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Alice in Chains, The Amity Affliction and Behemoth, this is a festival that every alternative music lover would be crazy to miss! Whether you are hardcore or not, every lover of goth, punk-rock and alternative music and style will get something amazing from attending this packed festival. Don your best goth garb, grab some friends and get into the spirit! 

https://downloadfestival.com.au

16th: Burlesque of the Bizarre Newcastle "Nevermore"

Venue- The Royal Exchange Newcastle

Tickets- $44.95

Duration- 19:30-22:00

A burlesque look at the beauty of death, this is both an exploration and a celebration! Featuring local and guest performers, come and see a dark alternative cabaret show at a venue famed for their amazing performances! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/260245258007632/

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22nd- The Witching Hour

Venue: The Valve Bar- George st Sydney, Australia

Cost- $10 

Duration- 10pm-Late

Wear your goth best and prepare yourself to join the crowd in enjoying some goth, deathrock, post-punk and punk music in an awesomely popular venue! Listen to awesome DJ's create a playlist that will keep you going all night long and immerse yourself in this Xerstorkitte hosted event! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1962753597358117/permalink/2012134045753405/

30th- The Devil's Ballroom

Hosted by Nocturn Sanctum

Duration- 8pm-3am

Venue- Bluestone Room, Auckland 

The third experience of this event, the Devil's Ballroom is a night dedicated to some of New Zealand's top taboo performers and fun stall-holders! From suspension and fire to fetish, magic and music, this night is one to immerse yourself in and enjoy every year! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/861554074190714/

APRIL

 

13th: Sanctuary Night Club

Venue: The Valve Underground, Ultimo NSW

When: Second Saturday of Every Month

Cost: Usually $10

Started in 1989 as a place for lovers of alternative music to meet and enjoy themselves, the Sanctuary nightclub has become an institution for those looking to explore and embrace the alternative scene! 

https://www.facebook.com/sanctuarynightclub/

MAY

22nd: International Goth Day!

If you are struggling to find a local group, grab your friends and throw your own Goth celebration! 

JUNE

22nd: The Brisbane Gothic and Alternative Picnic

Duration: 12:30-15:30

Cost: Free

Location: Announced at a later date

Meet with like-minded people and explore a variety of styles at the Brisbane Gothic and Alternative Picnic! With prizes to be won, exciting guests, and a chance to fully immerse yourself in alternative style, why not take the chance to explore this bustling Brisbane day out?

Sponsored by Otherworld Fashion, there is a $50 gift card up for grabs for each the best dressed man and woman on the day! Dress up in your most impressive Gothic look for your best chance to win this awesome prize and prepare to be dazzled by the crowd! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/2151379625095327/?active_tab=discussion

JULY

14th: Sanctuary Night Club

Venue: The Valve Underground, Ultimo NSW

When: Second Saturday of Every Month

Cost: Usually $10 

https://www.facebook.com/sanctuarynightclub/

 

For more information, check out this website: http://www.australiangothicindustrialmusic.com/night-club-scene/

Is there a festival or event you cant wait to enjoy this year? Let us know! 


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