On The Steps Reveals Two Week Musical Program For 2025

A massive group of artists will head to the Sydney Opera House Forecourt this December for the 2025 On The Steps program.

The two-week live music series, presented by Live Nation in partnership with Support Act, will feature initiatives to raise funds for Support Act’s relief services for music industry professionals in need.

From Tuesday, 2 December, to Monday, 15 December, Sydneysiders will be treated to a diverse bunch of gigs, from Jimmy Barnes to a sold-out show with hip-hop star Loyle Carner. There’s also The Living End, Chet Faker performing Built On Glass in its entirety with special guest Mallrat opening the show, Franz Ferdinand, Parcels across two nights, Ruel, comedian Urzila Carlson, and more.

You can check out the line-up and dates below.

More than 50,000 punters will be welcomed for the On The Steps series this December. Tickets are available now—you can find tickets and more information about each show on the Live Nation website.

“There’s something pretty surreal about playing on the steps of the Opera House,” said Parcels keyboardist Louie Swain. “In year 12, we actually played in the concert hall for HSC Encore, around the moment we were starting Parcels, so it’s always held a deep and symbolic place for us. We’re honoured to be a part of this series. There’s so many friends and family planning to be there, it will no doubt be very special.”

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Mike Ross, Promoter at Live Nation Australia, added: “Returning to the Sydney Opera House Forecourt each year with this concert series is such a privilege, and we’re extremely proud to present another diverse line-up that we feel has something for everyone. See you On The Steps, Sydney.”

Clive Miller, CEO of Support Act, concluded: “We are delighted to be partnering with Live Nation for this truly epic series of concerts on the steps of the much-loved Sydney Opera House.

“It’s a wonderful celebration of Australian and international music and a great opportunity to raise funds to support music workers who are doing it tough, especially in the lead up to Christmas. We look forward to being part of this wonderful concert series.”