ACIDITY JOURNAL VOL. 01 / SEP—OCT 2026 37.8183° S / 144.9985° E
Acidity Bar & Coffee interior — timber and greenery

A quiet room that gets loud on the right nights

Acidity Bar & Coffee is built around natural timber, soft greenery, and low light — a space that's just as easy for a slow morning coffee as it is for a packed gig night. Come for the espresso, stay for the set.

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What's On

Every poster from the wall, in order — opens on what's coming up. Scroll left for past sessions, right for what's next.

Coffee Rave poster
Sun, 24 May · 2–4pm

Coffee Rave — Day Party

Free day party — coffee, DJ sets, matcha and good vibes all afternoon. Sound by @Ribman.

A24 Weekend poster
Fri 5 – Sat 6 June

A24 Weekend '26

Two nights, six films — Ex Machina, Good Time & Uncut Gems on Friday; Lady Bird, Past Lives & Aftersun on Saturday.

Sound Sample '26 File 05 poster
Sat, 13 June · 7–10pm

Sound Sample '26 — File 05

Intimate live/tiny-desk sets from Moonmaze (britpop/indie rock), Laplogic (funk/soul/city-pop) and Acousma (alt rock/shoegaze), plus an open jam.

Nobody Cares About Jazz poster
Sun, 28 June · 3–9pm

Jazz Jam — Session 01

Open improvisation for people who give a shxt. Bring an instrument or just come listen.

Real Book: Revisited poster
Sat, 11 July · 7:30pm

Real Book: Revisited

Studies and interpretations of jazz standards, featuring Tony Yang on guitar with Zayne, Scott Shuai, Andre Chen and Jerry Li.

Fusion & Flow poster
Fri, 17 July · 7:30pm

Fusion & Flow

A live session built on modern jazz language, groove, electric texture and spontaneous flow. Danny G & Jon Banard (guitar), Lydia N (drums), Wataru & Chezz (bass).

Sound Sample '26 File 07 poster
Sat, 18 July · Doors 7pm

Sound Sample '26 — File 07: Triveni Quartet

Contemporary jazz, tiny-desk style live recording — Dan Ford (sax), Timothee Rex (bass), Akash Dutta (keys), Sandro Giamburno (drums).

Future Groove poster
Fri, 24 July · 7:30pm

Future Groove

A night of modern jazz, groove & soul — free entry. Jerry Li, Ben Hopper, Andre Chen, Neal Landry.

The Music of Wes Montgomery poster
Sat, 1 Aug · 8pm

The Music of Wes Montgomery

Tony Yang, Charlie Rank and Zayne Guo play the music of Wes Montgomery. Early bird $15, general $20.

Coffee Rave + Jazz Jam poster
Sun, 2 Aug

Coffee Rave + Jazz Jam — Session 04

2–5pm coffee rave, 5–10pm open jazz jam. Free entry, RSVP recommended.

Tripside Life Quartet poster
Sat, 8 Aug · 7:30pm

Tripside Life Quartet

Acid jazz / funk — original jazz and hypnotic grooves.

Cerros / Marks Quintet poster
Mon, 10 Aug · 7:30pm

Cerros / Marks Quintet

Two trumpets, one night only — celebrating the two-trumpet tradition of Roy Eldridge & Dizzy Gillespie. Yael Marks' final Melbourne performance before Berlin.

Programme Index — 2026

  1. 24 MAYCoffee Rave — Day PartyDAY PROGRAMME / FREE ENTRY
  2. 05–06 JUNA24 Weekend '26FILM / TICKETED AT DOOR
  3. 13 JUNSound Sample '26 — File 05LIVE SETS / OPEN JAM / FREE ENTRY
  4. 28 JUNJazz Jam — Session 01OPEN IMPROVISATION / FREE ENTRY
  5. 11 JULReal Book: RevisitedJAZZ STANDARDS / 19:30
  6. 17 JULFusion & FlowJAZZ FUSION / 19:30
  7. 18 JULSound Sample '26 — File 07TRIVENI QUARTET / DOORS 19:00
  8. 24 JULFuture GrooveMODERN JAZZ / SOUL / FREE ENTRY
  9. 01 AUGThe Music of Wes MontgomeryTONY YANG TRIO / JAZZ TRIO / DOORS 20:00
  10. 02 AUGCoffee Rave + Jazz JamSESSION 04 / DAY PROGRAMME
  11. 08 AUGTripside Life QuartetACID JAZZ / FUNK / 19:30
  12. 10 AUGCerros / Marks QuintetTWO-TRUMPET JAZZ / 19:30
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Book Tickets ↗
Three Nights · Three Sets · Three Eras

We Want Miles

Miles Davis Tribute · Centenary 1926–2026

From the sound of Kind of Blue through the Second Great Quintet to the electric years — performed live and up close in Acidity's 70-capacity room.

  • Night 01Fri 9 Oct · 8PM
  • Night 02Sat 10 Oct · 8PM
  • Night 03Sun 11 Oct · 8PM
Fri 09 – Sun 11 Oct Cool / Modal · Second Great Quintet · Electric

From The Floor

A few frames from recent sessions — more added as they come in.

Live band playing at Acidity, seen through the front window

Full band, shot through the front window.

DJ setting up decks by the window at Acidity

Setting up for a daytime DJ set.

Guitarist performing to a packed room at Acidity

Lights up, room packed — a guitarist mid-set.

Availability

Opening hours & upcoming sessions

Drop in for a coffee, or plan around a gig night. Looking to host a private event? Get in touch below.

Opening Hours

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Full weekly hours
Sunday9:00am – 4:00pm
Monday10:00am – 5:00pm
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday10:00am – 5:00pm, 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Friday10:00am – 4:00pm, 6:00pm – 12:00am
Saturday9:00am – 4:00pm, 7:00pm – 12:00am

Upcoming Sessions

    Tony Yang, guitarist
    Artist Note

    Tony Yang

    Melbourne-based jazz guitarist studying Jazz & Improvisation at the VCA, having studied with James Sherlock and Mike Moreno. Returns with the Tony Yang Trio — Sat 12 Sep, doors 7:30pm.

    Planning a private event or want the venue for a group booking? Let us know your date and headcount through the contact form and we'll confirm availability.

    Live session / gig Private event (venue unavailable) Feature programme

    Hover a date for details. Open dates link through to an enquiry for that day.

    Visit / FAQ

    Before the set

    Getting here

    Trams run along Victoria Street, and North Richmond Station is nearby on the Mernda and Hurstbridge lines.

    Parking

    Street parking is limited around Victoria Street. Paid parking is available in the car park behind the venue; allow extra time on busy evenings.

    Accessibility

    The front entrance uses a ramp with a small raised edge at the doorway. Staff can assist guests with mobility needs on arrival.

    Seating

    The room format varies by programme. Contact us before booking if you require a seat or a particular position in the room.

    Under 18s

    Entry conditions vary by event. For Coffee Rave + Jazz Jam, guests under 18 must remain with a responsible adult.

    Pets

    Acidity is pet friendly during regular service. For ticketed sessions, contact the venue before attending with a pet.

    Pouring Now

    Current Selection

    A rotating edit from behind the bar. View the full menu →

    01 — Coffee-Inspired
    Yuzu & Jasmine Dirty

    Yuzu & Jasmine Dirty

    jasmine tea / yuzu / espresso

    02 — Coffee
    Oat Banana Dirty

    Oat Banana Dirty

    banana / coconut / oat / espresso

    03 — Refresher
    Citrus Matcha Rave

    Citrus Matcha Rave

    passionfruit / grapefruit / matcha

    04 — Coffee-Inspired
    Pistachio Coco

    Pistachio Coco

    espresso / coconut purée / pistachio cream

    05 — Cocktail
    Ume × Matcha Aperitif

    Ume × Matcha Aperitif

    Roku gin / plum / matcha

    Package / Flight

    A small room for your own programme.

    Choose a format, explore what's included, and build a gathering around the room.

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    Acidity interior, set for a private gathering
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    Private Gathering

    UP TO 24 GUESTS / 3HR EXCLUSIVE HIRE / FROM $65PP

    A private venue experience for birthdays, engagement drinks, intimate celebrations and smaller after-parties.

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    Acidity's full bar, set for a larger private celebration
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    Private Celebration

    25+ GUESTS / 3HR EXCLUSIVE HIRE / FROM $79PP

    Designed for larger birthdays, wedding celebrations, corporate functions and after-parties.

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    Enquiries & bookings

    Questions about the menu, a gig, or hosting a private event — send us a message.

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    3/240 Victoria Street, Richmond VIC 3121

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