Metro City Concert Club

Metro City Concert Club
Address146 Roe Street, Northbridge, Perth, Western Australia
TypeNightclub and live music venue
Capacity2,000+
Construction
Opened1996
Website
Official website

Metro City Concert Club (often referred to simply as Metro City) is a large live music and entertainment venue located on Roe Street in Northbridge, a nightlife precinct in central Perth. The venue is known for hosting international touring acts, club nights, and themed events across multiple levels.[1]

History

Metro City was established in the 1990s in the Northbridge entertainment district, operating during a period of growth in Perth's live music and nightclub scene.[2] Since its opening, it has hosted a diverse range of artists and genres, including electronic dance events, rock concerts, and R&B performances.

Ownership

In 2018, local businessman John Kizon was reported to have claimed a financial interest in Metro City Concert Club but later retracted the statement, describing it as a “slip of the tongue.”[3] As of 2025, the venue is registered to corporate entities with offshore ownership structures, though the ultimate controlling interests are not publicly disclosed.[4]

Venue and design

The official site describes the venue as having a capacity exceeding 2,000 patrons, spread across three levels and multiple entertainment areas.[5] Independent listings also note its flexible layout and ability to host diverse event types, from live bands to large-scale DJ events.[6] The venue's schedule includes a frequent rotation of local and international touring acts, with its event history tracked on platforms such as Resident Advisor and Concert Archives[7][8]

Notable performances

Over the years, Metro City has hosted performances by a range of international and Australian acts, including Calvin Harris, The Presets, The Prodigy, and Pendulum. Recent concerts include:

  • Everything Everything and The Vaccines (2024)[9]
  • Evanescence – intimate headline show (2024)[10]

Events

Metro City Concert Club hosts a wide variety of events, including live performances, themed club nights, and large-scale electronic music parties. The venue’s events calendar features both local and international DJs and performers.[11][12][13][14]

Licensing and operations

Metro City operates under a full liquor license with extended hours. Its licensed operational times are as follows:

  • Monday – Saturday: 6:00 PM – 5:00 AM
  • Sunday: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM

All events are strictly 18+ and require valid ID for entry. Dress codes may apply, and the venue reserves the right to refuse entry.[15]

Redevelopment and nightlife changes (2010–2020)

Between 2010 and 2020, Metro City underwent several facility and operational changes. These included:

  • Upgrades to sound and lighting systems.
  • Renovations of interior spaces, including the addition of VIP areas and improved bar facilities.
  • The venue expanded its programming to include a wider variety of events, such as electronic dance music nights, themed parties, and international DJ performances.[16]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Home — Metro City". Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  2. ^ Grant, Ben (3 June 2013). "Nightlife strip turns page to new era". The West Australian. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  3. ^ "Kizon denies interest in Metro City nightclub". The West Australian. 16 May 2018. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  4. ^ "Venue Focus: Metro City". TheMusic.com.au. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  5. ^ "Home — Metro City". Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  6. ^ "Metro City, Perth". Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  7. ^ "Metro City". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  8. ^ "Concert History of Metro City Perth, Western Australia, Australia". Concert Archives. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  9. ^ "Review: Everything Everything and The Vaccines at Metro City". 9 May 2024. Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  10. ^ "Evanescence // Perth // Intimate Headline Shows // Metro City // 18+". Retrieved 14 October 2025.
  11. ^ "Events". 15 May 2023. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
  12. ^ "Concert History of Metro City Concert Club Perth, Western Australia, Australia (Updated for 2025 - 2026)". Concert Archives. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
  13. ^ "Resident Advisor - Metro City". Resident Advisor. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
  14. ^ "X-Press Magazine - Metro City". X-Press Magazine. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
  15. ^ "Events". 15 May 2023. Retrieved 13 October 2025.
  16. ^ "Metro City, Perth". Retrieved 14 October 2025.
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