Cat Empire

Some concerts are worth travelling for, and some are worth celebrating right here at home. On Saturday 16 January 2027, The Cat Empire: Orchestra Encore returns to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl for the triumphant finale of their national tour. Just a short drive from the venue, Pullman East Melbourne invites you to make more of the occasion, turning an unforgettable evening into a considered weekend escape.

For the first time in their home city, the band will reimagine their much-loved catalogue alongside Orchestra Victoria and a mass youth choir from Gondwana National Choirs. Since forming in Melbourne in 1999, The Cat Empire have taken their exuberant fusion of ska, jazz, funk and Latin rhythms to stages around the globe. Now, fan favourites return in a spectacular new arrangement, with soaring orchestra strings and the uplifting of a choir creating an evening to remember beneath the summer sky.

Your evening, perfectly planned

Before the show: Ease into the evening with a memorable dining experience at The Cliveden Bar and Dining, where seasonal flavours and signature cocktails set the tone for the night ahead. For an elevated stay, book an Executive Room or Suite and enjoy access to the Executive Lounge on Level 18, with complimentary canapés and drinks from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

An evening to remember: A short drive across the Yarra brings you directly to the Bowl's leafy Kings Domain setting. Leave your car in secure undercover parking beneath the hotel and take a taxi or rideshare to skip the post-show traffic, leaving the evening free to enjoy the music.

Your own city retreat: Return to the comfort of your own room or suite, where views stretch across the Melbourne skyline, the MCG and Fitzroy Gardens. It is the perfect place to unwind after a night of live music.

A slow Sunday: Let the weekend linger a little longer. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, take your time over the morning and make the most of a late check-out (subject to availability). With the city’s gardens, sporting precinct and cultural experiences close by, there is every reason to stay a little longer.

From pre-show dining to a restful night’s stay, Pullman East Melbourne brings the details together for a seamless concert escape. Celebrate The Cat Empire’s homecoming and experience Melbourne at its most vibrant.

Rooms, dining and parking, all under one roof. The Cat Empire's homecoming is a moment Melbourne has waited years for. Book your room now and turn one unforgettable night into a weekend to remember.

To reserve, call +61 3 9419 2000 or email H9875@accor.com