open 7 days till late

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food, drink, trivia + live music

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open 7 days till late 〰️ food, drink, trivia + live music 〰️

280 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
+61 3 9380 4090

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Live music every night of the week and Pumpy’s Pub Quiz every Monday and Tuesday evening (book a spot here).

Dinner/Table/Beer Garden bookings are highly encouraged, grab a spot below!

Gigs
The Pink Tiles + The Sprouts
Nov 2
The Pink Tiles + The Sprouts
Sunday Scaries
Nov 2
Sunday Scaries
Dusty Boots x Ben Camden at The Retreat Hotel Brunswick w/ Janie Gordon
Nov 6
Dusty Boots x Ben Camden at The Retreat Hotel Brunswick w/ Janie Gordon
Amy & The Rectifiers
Nov 8
Amy & The Rectifiers
Talking Pit - Live and improvised Grooves Live at the Retreat Hotel
Nov 19
Talking Pit - Live and improvised Grooves Live at the Retreat Hotel
Mylk Reunion at The Retreat Hotel (SOLD OUT)
Nov 22
Mylk Reunion at The Retreat Hotel (SOLD OUT)

Coming up in the bandroom!

Featured
The Pink Tiles + The Sprouts
Nov 2
The Pink Tiles + The Sprouts

'Like the Rolling Stones before them, The Pink Tiles are to the youth of Melbourne much more than a pop group. They are a way of life' - Richie 1250

Sunday Scaries
Nov 2
Sunday Scaries

Sunday Scaries is a comedy night featuring some of Melbourne’s best comedic talent. Run by Comedian Sez this is the perfect event to finish your week and cure the Sunday Scaries.

Doors open 6pm and show starts at 6:30pm in the band room. Seating is provided.

Cranes Against Clouds
Nov 3
Cranes Against Clouds

Cranes Against Clouds have brought Lady Fronted Grunge to Meanjin and Naarm since 2010

The Retreat Hotel's 22nd Birthday Bash feat. WET KISS + BAD BANGS + PROPAINE + ELLIS KING + GAVIN!
Nov 4
The Retreat Hotel's 22nd Birthday Bash feat. WET KISS + BAD BANGS + PROPAINE + ELLIS KING + GAVIN!

The Retreat Hotel is turning 22 and celebrating with a free day of music kicking off at 2pm with acts playing across the two stages.

aftercare @ The Retreat Hotel Brunswick
Nov 5
aftercare @ The Retreat Hotel Brunswick

📣 The Retreat Hotel Brunswick Presents 📣 aftercare + friends. 📍 @tThe Retreat Hotel 📅 Thursday, October 2nd 🕗 Doors from 7:00pm 🎟 FREE ENTRY | Walk-ins welcome, and encouraged.

Dusty Boots x Ben Camden at The Retreat Hotel Brunswick w/ Janie Gordon
Nov 6
Dusty Boots x Ben Camden at The Retreat Hotel Brunswick w/ Janie Gordon

Dusty Boots and Ben Camden are hitting the road in Australia this Spring for a handful of co-headlines shows! After busking and touring together for years, it will be the first time sharing each other’s songs in this way on stage. Come and join these two for some jams, stories and a fun time!

Simply West Live
Nov 7
Simply West Live

SIMPLY WEST ANNOUNCE THEIR FIRST-EVER EAST COAST TOUR

Get ready—Simply West are hitting the road for the very first time! Known for their tight harmonies, infectious energy, and a sound that blends country soul with old-school Americana, this Western Sydney four-piece is bringing their music to stages across NSW, VIC, and QLD.

Amy & The Rectifiers
Nov 8
Amy & The Rectifiers

Amy and The Rectifiers are pumped to hit the stage at The Retreat, one of Melbourne’s most iconic live music venues! Get set for a high-energy night packed with chart-topping hits from the '60s through to the 2000s—blending the best of RnB, Rock, and Pop into one unforgettable show. Come for the music, stay for the vibes—let’s make it a night to remember!

ELLE at the Retreat Hotel w/ Mia Savannah & Sasha Millar
Nov 9
ELLE at the Retreat Hotel w/ Mia Savannah & Sasha Millar

J Underwood Bookings Presents: an Aus Music Month beer garden showcase 🎙️ have your afternoon filled with the ambients of what pop, singer songwriter and RnB have to offer the brilliant patrons of the Retreat. This event is a Liberate Sounding Board Gathering 🎤 an open networking & showcase event for the music community.

The Hybernators w/ Inked Factor + Jet Black Machine
Nov 9
The Hybernators w/ Inked Factor + Jet Black Machine

Punk rock  Scallywags  The Hybernators  hit the Retreat  Hotel Sunday 9 November for a night of sweet  skulldugerry with stories of sunsets on the Sunshine  Sea , detoxification  from Nacotics on Halloween.  Songs from upcoming  EP and merchandise  available. 

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The Retreat Hotel Merch!

Show your support for your favourite local pub by wearing our merch!
Tees are $25 each - just ask one of our friendly staff members behind the bar to purchase!
Designs by James Devlin, Carolyn Hawkins + James Vinciguerra

 
 

The Retreat Hotel would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which the venue now stands, and pay our respects to all elders past, present and emerging.

We also acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded and that our venue operates on stolen land.