Sol Ríos & Austyn Jane

THE BIG GIG — LIVE & LOUD EVERY FRIDAY

Sponsored by Coopers Brewing

Your Friday nights = sorted. We're bringing the noise with epic live music every week at Australian Hotel Ballina. From homegrown legends to wildcards from beyond, The Big Gig is all about good tunes, great mates, and kicking off the weekend right.

This Week's Lineup

🗓️ Friday 5 June

🎶 Live on stage: Sol Ríos & Austyn Jane

💥 Free Entry

Get in early — tunes start from 9PM and the good vibes roll all night long.

Sol Rios is a Brisbane-based band blending pop, psychedelic rock, funk, and disco into a colourful, groove-driven sound. Inspired by the likes of Jamiroquai and Pink Floyd, their music combines retro textures with a modern edge - balancing playful energy with a touch of cynicism.

Fronted by Xander Holmes alongside Corey Percival and Liam Evans, the band brings a tight, dynamic chemistry both in the studio and on stage. With their debut single “Maybe It’s Crazy”, Sol Rios begin rolling out a catalogue of music that captures their vibrant and expressive identity.

🍻 What’s On

$15 Jugs of Coopers all night long *ALL NEW* Happy Hours 4-6pm ft. $7 Schooners (excl. Kirin & little Dragon) + $14 Classic Cocktails

Kitchen open from 12PM – 8:30PM slinging' Ballina’s best pub fare + Mexican favourites

🎉 Booking for the crew? We’ll shout the wine.

Round up the gang and lock in a table for 6 or more — and we’ll throw in a complimentary bottle of your choice:

🍾 Anna Spinato Prosecco

🍷 Faustino Rivero Blanco / Rosado / Tinto

Just book online, show up hungry, and we’ll handle the rest.

[Book a Table Now]

👋 Welcome To The Australian

We’re the pub where Ballina comes to play. Cold beers, live tunes, and proper good food — all served with a side of cheeky charm. Whether you’ve just rolled in from the beach or you’re kicking on ‘til late, there’s always a spot for you here.

Locally loved. Community proud. Never boring. Big tunes, big energy, and always a bloody good time.

This is The Big Gig. This is The Aussie. See you at the bar.