Merry Go Rag

Enjoy a free fun filled afternoon in a family friendly environment. Talented local musicians feature songs from the 60's,70's 80's and today. Artists covered include Neil Young, Bob Dylan, The Kinks, Bee Gees, Elton John and the like.

Dining with Spirit

Dine with the spirits in a fun and friendly atmosphere - featuring professional healers, psychics, mediums, tarot readers and other alternative professionals.

Cost: $50 includes a meal, drink of choice and a 15 minute session with your chosen professional. Please book early as places are limited - phone Burrinja Cafe on 9754 5707.

The Mighty bUZZniks

If Dr Seuss Started a rockband... This would be it!

The bUZZniks bridge the gap between music for toddlers and teens bringing a show of diverse musical styles where hip-hop, rock, folk and pop back quirky lyrics for the little people.

Come on a fabulous musical adventure with this five piece live band who create very cool music, funny stories and a lot of energy that will have kids moving and parents grooving. Their new album Bug Out is out through ABC music.

Acoustic Brew

Mix it up and play with experienced musicians in a relaxed setting, hosted by Michelle Chandler.

Be there at 8pm to put your name on the blackboard to perform 3 songs (or 15 mins). Bring charts if you can. There is a list of songs the musicians can play from which you can choose if you prefer.

For table bookings call Burrinja Cafe on 9754 5707.

Stefan Grossman

Burrinja Cafe is the perfect place to soak up the brilliance of Stefan Grossman. Last seen in Australia in 1978, Stefan brings 'Fingerstyle Guitar - Blues, Ragtime to Beyond' to Australia in 2012.

Stefan Grossman's name is legendary. He witnessed Mississippi John Hurt, Son House, Skip James, Bukka White and learned from them all. Most of all Stefan learned from the great Rev Gary Davis and he acquired his ‘Kid Future’ nickname from being able to play Willie Brown’s arrangement of Future Blues. He met John Fahey, Ry Cooder and Steve Mann. “If you could play guitar,” says Stefan, “you were accepted anywhere. He has also played with Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Eric Clapton and Paul Simon.

Stefan Grossman makes it look easy; his laid back humour abets his brilliance and one is apt to forget that the man on stage is playing some of the most difficult pieces.

Come Together: The Music of the Beatles

Phil Smith presents the music of his all time favourite band, The Beatles, in an intimate concert @ Burrinja Cafe. Joining him will be Keyboard maestro Cres Crisp, Steve Marriott's ex Drummer Fallon Williams the third, and very special guest Neil Quinlan on guitar and vocals.

This amazing line-up promise a Magical Mystery Tour through the Fab's repertoire, utilising great vocals and some unplugged arrangements of classic songs.

For table bookings call Burrinja Cafe on 9754 5707.

Open Mic Night

Each month there is an informal and friendly Open Mic night at the Burrinja Cafe with regular and new performers (especially 1st timers) welcoming all musos, poets, duos and trios.

See others performing to get a feel for the place and maybe perform yourself or simply come along and enjoy a great meal and a few drinks in this friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

For table bookings call Burrinja Cafe on 9754 5707.

The String Contingent

Virtuosic instrumental trio The String Contingent compose and perform music of sparkling beauty and originality that explores the full spectrum of musical expression. Australians Chris Stone (violin) and Holly Downes (double bass) with Scotsman Graham McLeod (guitar) integrate disparate musical styles through their own refined acoustic sensibilities.

Drawing from genres including celtic, classical, jazz and bluegrass, The String Contingent burnish their original compositions through the clarity and precision of a meticulous ‘chamber music’ ethos. Their multi-faceted approach results in highly accessible yet sophisticated music that captivates audiences from any genre, while retaining their own unique style.

Rosie Burgess Trio

Sometimes it’s hard to fit people into boxes, and the Rosie Burgess Trio are no exception. Sliding from folk to blues to gypsy-roots and back, the trio cross more genres than state borders, giving off "more energy than an illegally sparked firecracker".

And cross borders they do. Living primarily in touring vans, the trio have been crisscrossing the world for the last three years, leaving behind them a trail of lost shirts, broken flip-flops and adoring audiences. Hailing from Melbourne, the trio bring their unique brand of folkroots to centre stage in a collection of catchy harmonies and humour.