Dermot Kennedy returns to Melbourne this November on his upcoming international tour, following the release of his new album, The Weight of the Woods.
The Weight of the Woods features tracks including “Honest,” the anthemic lead single “Funeral,” and “Refuge.” Kennedy wrote and recorded much of the album at a studio near his home in rural Ireland with close collaborator Gabe Simon, known for his work with Noah Kahan and Lana Del Rey.
Across its 14 tracks, the album draws inspiration, energy, and strength from Kennedy’s native Ireland.
Running Times
- Gates Open: TBC
- Gate 3 (via Garden Square)
- Gate 4 (via Olympic Boulevard)
- Start Time: 8:00 pm
- Any Young Mechanic: TBC
- Dermot Kennedy: TBC
- Event Concludes: TBC
Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.
Important Event Information
- Melbourne Park is introducing AXS as its new Official Ticketing Partner. Please note the following ticketing conditions for your event:
- Ticketek ticket purchases for Dermot Kennedy have been re-issued by AXS. Use your AXS tickets to enter the event, as your Ticketek tickets are no longer valid for entry.
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- There are several options for your journey to Rod Laver Arena:
- Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
- Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
- Note: Accessible parking must be booked in advance by visiting your event page on AXS and selecting Accessible Parking under Available Offers. Book early, as spaces are limited. Accessible parking bookings made through Ticketek for Dermot Kennedy before 22 August remain valid.
- Bags must be A4 size or smaller, and larger bags are not permitted.
- Cloaking is available via the Information Desk at Gate 4, or Show Court 3. Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
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Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.
Plan Your Visit
Dermot Kennedy
Irish singer songwriter Dermot Kennedy delivers cinematic folk-pop driven by raw emotion, powerful vocals and vivid storytelling. Rising from Dublin’s busking scene, he broke through with Without Fear, which became the best-selling debut album in Ireland and achieved Platinum status in 12 countries. Songs like “Outnumbered” and “Power Over Me” showcase his blend of acoustic intimacy and arena-ready scale, earning billions of streams worldwide.
Dermot continues his evolution with Sonder and the EP I’ve Told the Trees Everything, leading into his third album The Weight of the Woods. Working with producer Gabe Simon, he draws inspiration from Ireland and personal growth. Having toured globally and shared stages with artists like Noah Kahan, Dermot Kennedy connects deeply through honest songwriting and powerful live performance.
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Any Young Mechanic
Joining the tour across Australia is Tarntanya/Adelaide five-piece Any Young Mechanic. With a cinematic quality to their music, the group blend classical training, DIY indie sensibilities and modern UK experimental influences into a widescreen acoustic soundscape.
Having built a fierce reputation on the road before officially releasing music, including becoming the first band to play Reading & Leeds Festival without a single released track, Any Young Mechanic continue to solidify their status as one of contemporary folk’s most compelling live acts.
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