UPCOMING Events

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Swing Time
Jai and Barbarella are the dynamic duo behind Swing Time, bringing their own twist to everything from 1920s jazz to modern pop hits. With a splash of ragtime, a touch of soul, and a whole lot of personality, they’ll keep you guessing – “Wait… is that Beyoncé as a jazz number?”

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

The Crumpled Gypsies
A wonderful evening of charm and rhythm awaits as The Crumpled Gypsies bring their irresistible blend of Gypsy swing, Latin, Calypso, and more to Bar Bamford.

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Emily/Grant
The formidable duo EMILY GRANT – pianist/vocalist Emily Kate and guitarist Grant Michael – blend soaring vocals, driving piano, and “Buckley-esque” guitar into something utterly unforgettable.

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Dolly's Disco Bingo
Get ready, Daylesford! It’s bingo like you’ve never seen before—featuring disco beats, Dolly-inspired fun, and prizes that’ll have you dancing in your seat. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a first-timer, this is the ultimate night of music, laughs, and fabulous vibes. Grab your friends, glam up, and join us for a night to remember at the Daylesford Hotel. Don’t miss your chance to shout “BINGO!” in true disco style!

Sass & Secrets - Halloween Special
Step right up, ghouls and glamour fiends — the Daylesford Hotel is rolling out the velvet curtains for a Halloween night dripping in sass, sparkle, and just a touch of sinister.

Comedy Night
Bar Bamford transforms into a comedy club for one night only, featuring Bron Lewis (Have You Been Paying Attention?, RAW Comedy winner), Sean Collier (NZ Comedy Festival standout), and MC Tyson Popplestone (support act for Arj Barker & Pete Helliar). A sharp, intimate evening of laughs — only 50 seats available.

Stevie Rigby
A local talent with a voice that stops you in your tracks, Stevie Rigby has been turning heads on the local music scene since she was 10 years old. A decade later, Stevie brings a voice well beyond her years to every stage she steps on. With a sound that blends classic jazz tones and soulful depth her rich, expressive style and natural presence have quickly made her one to watch in the local music community.

Grand final day at the DH
If the weather’s on our side, the big screen will be set up in the beer garden. Sun on your back, beer in hand, footy on the telly, it doesn’t get better. If the heavens open, no dramas. We’ll shift the screen into Bar Bamford and keep the roar alive inside.

Dolly's Disco Bingo
Get ready, Daylesford! It’s bingo like you’ve never seen before—featuring disco beats, Dolly-inspired fun, and prizes that’ll have you dancing in your seat. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a first-timer, this is the ultimate night of music, laughs, and fabulous vibes. Grab your friends, glam up, and join us for a night to remember at the Daylesford Hotel. Don’t miss your chance to shout “BINGO!” in true disco style!

Negroni Week at the DH
Highlights include the Negrananas, where tequila is infused with pineapple skins for a tropical lift, and the bold Pepperoni Negroni, built on pepperoni fat-washed gin and charred bell pepper vermouth – a playful nod to Beppe’s famous pizza. Coffee lovers will gravitate towards the Coffee Negroni with its rich, bittersweet edge, while the Strawberry Negroni and Orange Negroni showcase fresh, bright flavours.

The Brandon Appleby Trio
Brandon Appleby is an exciting new voice on the Melbourne jazz scene. The young alto and baritone saxophonist is a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts and is inspired by the music of artists such as Michael Brecker, Roy Hargrove and Gerry Mulligan.

Maggie Jackson (NY Jazz Duo)
Step into the sultry glow of Bar Bamford and lose yourself in the soulful sounds of the Maggie Jones NY Jazz Duo.
Let the evening unfold with the lushness of smoky jazz ballads, layered with the timeless genius of Gershwin, Billy Joel, Brubeck, Bill Evans, and hints of French and Celtic jazz. Think rich piano, deep double bass, and warm, velvety vocals that melt into the night — hot, cool jazz to stir the spirit and soothe the soul.
The Valentines
Bringing smoky jazz to the hearts of Ballarat and surrounds, The Valentines is a new duo in town. Chrissy Schuler and Sarah Barlow have decades of experience between them, spanning classical, jazz, rock, soul and blues on piano, voice and horns.

Sherri Parry
Jazz-pop fusion? Check. 2000s alt energy? Double check. Sherri Parry’s sound is what happens when Paramore’s gutsy vocals meet Amy Winehouse’s smoky soul—and they both fall hard for a Major 7 chord.

First Birthday Disco Boogie
We just can’t stop celebrating. After a week of Chocolate Guinness cakes, candles, prizes, and far too many “just one more” toasts, the whispers began: “See you Friday night.” Everyone's saying it. Everyone meant it. And now, of course, there’s a party.
The Public Bar is where it’s happening. Sequins catching the light, cocktails flowing like they’ve got their own guest list, and DJ Mark Smith keeping the room alive until nobody cares what time it is.

Dolly's Disco Bingo
Get ready, Daylesford! It’s bingo like you’ve never seen before—featuring disco beats, Dolly-inspired fun, and prizes that’ll have you dancing in your seat. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a first-timer, this is the ultimate night of music, laughs, and fabulous vibes. Grab your friends, glam up, and join us for a night to remember at the Daylesford Hotel. Don’t miss your chance to shout “BINGO!” in true disco style!

Ruby's Rogues
The Ruby's Rogues Duo features Ruby Knight on vocals and Malcolm Hornby on keys playing smoky piano bar jazz oozing with New York jazz vibes.
Ruby has performed at jazz bars in London and Australia for 30 years and has now teamed up with Malcolm who performs with many well-known jazz bands including Kind of Blue, Caught in the Act, and Jazz Notes with Pippa Wilson.

Winter Jazz
Bar Bamford invites you to enjoy a special evening of jazz with The Sunsets, featuring pianist Dan Rigby.
Together, Dan and The Sunsets have created a one-off jazz set especially for ‘Winter Jazz’ at the Daylesford Hotel — and they’re bringing it to Bar Bamford for one night only. Don’t miss this joy-filled performance.

The Martini Set
Step into Bar Bamford for a night of vintage flair and feel-good rhythm with The Martini Set — one of Victoria’s most charismatic jazz and swing bands. Inspired by the golden age of entertainers like Louis Prima and the Rat Pack, The Martini Set blends smooth vocals, boogie-woogie grooves, and early rock ’n’ roll into a high-energy performance that’s impossible to resist.

Muso Corner
Open Mic Night – First Thursday of Every Month
Calling all musicians!
To perform, please register by emailing Dan at musoscorneropenmic@gmail.com
Come share your tunes, discover new talent, and enjoy a great evening of live music!

The Brandon Appleby Trio
Brandon Appleby is an exciting new voice on the Melbourne jazz scene. The young alto and baritone saxophonist is a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts and is inspired by the music of artists such as Michael Brecker, Roy Hargrove and Gerry Mulligan.

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Blow Ins Comedy
They’re loud, they’re loose, and they’re taking over country and coastal Victoria one pub at a time. No polished TV sets, no PR spin — just a group of savage comedians bringing the chaos, the banter, and the belly laughs straight to your backyard. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s funnier than it has any right to be.

Oscar LaDell & Wilson Blackley
Bar Bamford is delighted to welcome back Oscar LaDell, this time teaming up with rising producer and performer Wilson Blackley for a special night of soul, blues, and stripped-back magic.

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Swing Time
Jai and Barbarella are the dynamic duo behind Swing Time, bringing their own twist to everything from 1920s jazz to modern pop hits. With a splash of ragtime, a touch of soul, and a whole lot of personality, they’ll keep you guessing – “Wait… is that Beyoncé as a jazz number?”

Live Piano with Valiant Von Thule
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live piano and a well-earned drink, every Friday night at Bar Bamford. Local pianist Valiant Von Thule sets the mood with soulful, shimmering melodies — the perfect backdrop for a relaxed evening with friends, good conversation, and your favourite libation in hand.

Piano by Valiant Von Thule
Valiant von Thule, a resident jazz pianist, will be performing solo at Bar Bamford providing his take on a selection of modern jazz standards. Valiant, originally from Denmark, has played jazz, pop, classical and other styles, solo and with bands over many years.

Dolly's Disco Bingo
Get ready, Daylesford! It’s bingo like you’ve never seen before—featuring disco beats, Dolly-inspired fun, and prizes that’ll have you dancing in your seat. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or a first-timer, this is the ultimate night of music, laughs, and fabulous vibes. Grab your friends, glam up, and join us for a night to remember at the Daylesford Hotel. Don’t miss your chance to shout “BINGO!” in true disco style!

Late Night Radio
Step into Bar Bamford for an evening of smooth, stylish jazz. Immerse yourself in a playful mix of Swing, Bossa, and Ballads that will transport you to another time.

Vida Jazz
Step into the warm, ambient surrounds of Bar Bamford and let the captivating sounds of Vida Jazz transport you. This sophisticated quartet weaves together jazz, blues, pop, and soul with effortless grace, offering an evening of music that’s as stirring as it is stylish.

Swing Time
Jai and Barbarella are the dynamic duo behind Swing Time, bringing their own twist to everything from 1920s jazz to modern pop hits. With a splash of ragtime, a touch of soul, and a whole lot of personality, they’ll keep you guessing – “Wait… is that Beyoncé as a jazz number?”

Muso Corner
Open Mic Night – First Thursday of Every Month
Calling all musicians!
To perform, please register by emailing Dan at musoscorneropenmic@gmail.com
Come share your tunes, discover new talent, and enjoy a great evening of live music!

Midnight Coffee
Midnight Coffee is Jeremy Challender on piano, Bruce Millar on double bass, and Matthew Bishop on drums. All three are respected jazz musicians in central Victoria, and their trio focuses on the cool but upbeat side of 1950s New York jazz. Think Miles Davis or Bill Evans. Think late nights and driving swing.

Disco Bingo at the DH
Get ready, Daylesford! Dolly’s Disco Bingo returns Thursday June 29th in Bar Bamford. Expect disco beats, Dolly-inspired chaos, and prizes that’ll have you dancing in your seat.