Think your band has what it takes to rock the Manning stage? We’re on the hunt for USYD’s top student talent - so grab your jamming crew or musical duo and get ready to battle it out for glory 🏆

With over $10,000 worth of prizes to be won – first, second, and third place winners will receive a mix of cash, prizes and exciting opportunities to have their music heard.

Battle of the Bands is part of Creative Month.

Competition Timeline
Heat 1: Tuesday 8 September (semester 2, week 6)
Heat 2: Wednesday 9 September (semester 2, week 6)
Finals: Wednesday 23 September (semester 2, week 8)

Entries for Battle of the Bands 2026 are now closed. See you at the heats and the finals!