EVENTS
Looking for the best live music, DJs, and nightlife in Ballarat?
Freight Bar & Rooftop hosts a dynamic lineup of local artists, live bands, and DJ nights, making it a top destination for pub and bar events in Ballarat. Whether you’re after a laid-back acoustic session or an energetic weekend set, our venue offers a great atmosphere, quality drinks, and live entertainment throughout the week.
Stay updated on upcoming events and experience Ballarat’s nightlife at one of the city’s best pubs and bars.
WEEKLY HAPPENINGS
Every Saturday & Sunday – Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch at Freight Bar & Rooftop has bBook your Bottomless Brunch session online – just choose your time and we’ll take it from there. Every Saturday and Sunday between 12–5pm, Freight turns into brunch central with...
15 March 2026 | Sunday Sesh with Liam Orton
Jump online and book your Saturday night table before it fills up. This Saturday 15 Mar, Liam Orton is on decks from 7pm–late for Saturday Pre-Drinks @ FR8. Smooth mixes, crowd favourites and the ideal warm-up for wherever the night’s heading (or just keep it right...
14 March 2026 | Saturday Pre-Drinks with Lippa
Jump online and book your Saturday night table before it fills up. This Saturday 14 Mar, Lippa is on decks from 7pm–late for Saturday Pre-Drinks @ FR8. Smooth mixes, crowd favourites and the ideal warm-up for wherever the night’s heading (or just keep it right here)....
13 March 2026 | FR8 Fridays with Troy Elliot
FR8 Fridays is back with Troy Elliot this Friday 13 Mar, 7–10pm. Live tunes, big energy and that laid-back Friday night atmosphere that Freight does best. Make the most of the drink specials while you’re here: 📌 $7 basics – 8–10pm 📌 $7 Carlton Draught schooners –...
Every Thursday – Steak Night (300g Porterhouse)
🥩 Thursday is all about the $25 300g porterhouse steak from 5pm – cooked how you like it, with chips and salad and zero fuss. Perfect for a mid-week catch-up, a quick bite before heading upstairs, or just treating yourself...
Every Wednesday – Parma Night & Karaoke
Book your Wednesday table early so you can eat, then sing. Kick off hump day with our $25 parma + free schooner from 5pm, then hang around for Karaoke Night from 7pm. Once the mics are on, so are the specials: ☀️ $5 selected shots – open till late☀️ $7 house...
PAST EVENTS
Every Thursday – Steak Night (300g Porterhouse)
🥩 Thursday is all about the $25 300g porterhouse steak from 5pm – cooked how you like it, with chips and salad and zero fuss. Perfect for a mid-week catch-up, a quick bite before heading upstairs, or just treating yourself...
Every Wednesday – Parma Night & Karaoke
Book your Wednesday table early so you can eat, then sing. Kick off hump day with our $25 parma + free schooner from 5pm, then hang around for Karaoke Night from 7pm. Once the mics are on, so are the specials: ☀️ $5 selected shots – open till late☀️ $7 house...
Every Saturday & Sunday – Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch at Freight Bar & Rooftop has bBook your Bottomless Brunch session online – just choose your time and we’ll take it from there. Every Saturday and Sunday between 12–5pm, Freight turns into brunch central with 90 minutes of bottomless drinks paired...
8 March 2026 | Sunday 8 Hour Labour Day Eve Party
It’s almost time for our favourite tradition: Freight’s 8 Hour Labour Day Eve Party 🕺🍹 Labour Day is all about balance: 8 hours sleep, 8 hours work and 8 hours of play and on Sunday 8 March from 3PM, we’ve got the play covered. Think 8 hours of live music, 8 hours of...
7 March 2026 | Saturday Pre-Drinks with Pagey
Jump online and book your Saturday night table before it fills up. This Saturday 7 Mar, Pagey is on decks from 7pm–late for Saturday Pre-Drinks @ FR8. Smooth mixes, crowd favourites and the ideal warm-up for wherever the night’s heading (or just keep it right here)....
6 March 2026 | FR8 Fridays with Adam Cameron
FR8 Fridays is back with Adam Cameron this Friday 6 Mar, 7–10pm. Live tunes, big energy and that laid-back Friday night atmosphere that Freight does best. Make the most of the drink specials while you’re here: 📌 $7 basics – 8–10pm 📌 $7 Carlton Draught schooners –...
Every Thursday – Steak Night (300g Porterhouse)
🥩 Thursday is all about the $25 300g porterhouse steak from 5pm – cooked how you like it, with chips and salad and zero fuss. Perfect for a mid-week catch-up, a quick bite before heading upstairs, or just treating yourself because it’s nearly the weekend.
Every Wednesday – Parma Night & Karaoke
Book your Wednesday table early so you can eat, then sing. Kick off hump day with our $25 parma + free schooner from 5pm, then hang around for Karaoke Night from 7pm. Once the mics are on, so are the specials: ☀️ $5 selected shots – open till late☀️ $7 house...
Every Saturday & Sunday – Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch at Freight Bar & Rooftop has bBook your Bottomless Brunch session online – just choose your time and we’ll take it from there. Every Saturday and Sunday between 12–5pm, Freight turns into brunch central with 90 minutes of bottomless drinks paired...
29 FEBRUARY 2026 | Sunday Sesh with Zac McCarthy
Zac McCarthy is taking over Sunday Sesh on Sunday 1 Mar from 7pm–late, bringing laid-back grooves, crowd favourites and the kind of energy that keeps the weekend rolling just a little longer. It’s Sunday done right. Easy tunes, good company and that relaxed Freight...














