Live Nation Australia and the Australian Open are bringing the ultimate live music experience to the Grand Slam with the debut of AO Live Opening Week – an exclusive series of events set to kick off the tournament in spectacular style.
From Tuesday 13 to Friday 16 January 2026, fan-favourite precinct TOPCOURT, on Birrarung Marr’s middle terrace, will transform into a vibrant open-air stage for four nights of world-class electronic music, featuring Hot Chip, Elderbrook, Cassian, and The Presets.
The support bill is also incredibly strong, spotlighting a wave of homegrown talent and rising Australian electronic artists set to energise the stage each night.
Mike Ross, Promoter, Live Nation, commented: “AO Live will open the tournament like never before. By presenting global talent such as Hot Chip, Elderbrook, Cassian, and The Presets in the vibrant atmosphere of TOPCOURT, we’re delivering a new way for fans to connect, celebrate, and feel the energy of the Open.”
Gus Carmichael, AO Entertainment Experience Producer, commented: “AO LIVE Opening Week is all about starting the Australian Open with a bang. We’re bringing some of the world’s best electronic artists to one of Melbourne’s most spectacular outdoor stages – right under the city skyline at TOPCOURT.”
The AO Live Opening Week Lineup:
Hot Chip (Live) w/ support from Milo Eastwood, O Honey – Tuesday 13 January – 5:30 pm
The much loved British synth-pop outfit returns to celebrate their new Best Of album, Joy in Repetition — bringing dance-floor anthems and a masterclass in why they’ve been selling out shows worldwide since 2000.
Elderbrook (Live) w/ support from Samantha Loveridge, Juno Mamba, Jordz – Wednesday 14 January – 5:30 pm
The Grammy-nominated British DJ, producer and vocalist behind global hit Cola will bring his acclaimed live show to the AO stage.
Cassian w/ support from Willo, OLIIV, bellxsxs – Thursday 15 January 2026 – 5:30 pm
Melbourne-born and now LA-based, Cassian is one of Australia’s most in-demand DJs, currently riding high on his remix of Love Parade with YOTTO and Da Hool.
The Presets (Live) w/ support from RONA., Harvey Sutherland (DJ Set), Post Percy – Friday 16 January 2026 – 5:30 pm
Two decades on from their breakthrough, the iconic Australian duo continues to define the nation’s electronic music scene with hits like My People and Talk Like That.
Tickets for AO LIVE Opening Week will go on sale at midday on Thursday 20 November 2025. First release tickets for all shows start at $69.
Visit Ticketmaster for tickets and more information.
HOT CHIP
WEDNESDAY 14 JANUARY
ELDERBROOK
WEDNESDAY 14 JANUARY
CASSIAN
THURSDAY 15 JANUARY
THE PRESETS
FRIDAY 16 JANUARY