Ben Folds, Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter and New York Times Best Selling author, returns to Australia for an exclusive open-air show in Sydney for Night at The Barracks.
Ben Folds
and a Piano
Supported by Lindsey Kraft
Saturday 26th Sept
Performing career-spanning hits from Ben Folds Five and his solo work, he blends piano-driven anthems, sharp storytelling and over three decades of genre-defining music.
Supported by Lindsey Kraft.
TICKET OPTIONS
| BRONZE | $89 | |
| SILVER | $99 | |
| GOLD | $109 | |
| PLATINUM | $129 | |
| FAMILY TICKET (4 Silver tickets) |
$336 | |
| DINE & SHOW | $395 | MORE INFO |
* A fee of $5.95 per transaction will apply.
ADD-ONS
Shuttle: $10
Return Shuttle Bus from Belgrave St Manly to the venue at North Head. See More Info for times.
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Parking: $45 per vehicle
Limited spots available at St. Pauls High School.
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Pre-purchase Tempus Two Wine: $75 each
Avoid the queue and pre-purchase your Tempus Two bottle of wine for collection on site.
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NEW OFFERING
Cuisine & Concert Experience: $189 per person
Enjoy a relaxed 2-hour pre-concert culinary experience at Roving Larder Cooking School, just 100m from the concert entrance.
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SET TIMES
5:30pm – Gates Open
6:00pm – Support TBC
6:40pm – Lindsey Kraft
7:40pm – Ben Folds
VENUE MAP
Please note this is an artistic representation for the 2025 events. See Ticketmaster for detailed seating map.
Entrance
Local food stalls and bar area
Restrooms
Stage
SHUTTLE SERVICE
The most convenient way to get up to The Barracks is to get our dedicated return shuttle bus from Central Manly.
Shuttle will depart from Belgrave St, Stand E-G, (opposite Manly Police Station) and drop off on East Esplanade (Felons at Manly Wharf). Tickets for the shuttles will cost $10 (return journey) and must be booked in advance on a first come first serve basis in addition to your event ticket.
FRIDAY / SATURDAY:
| Departure from Manly: | Departure from the Barracks Precinct: |
|---|---|
| 5.10pm / 5.30pm / 5.50pm / 6.10pm / 6.30pm | From 9pm – return tix (shuttle service) |
SUNDAY:
| Departure from Manly: | Departure from the Barracks Precinct: |
|---|---|
| 3.40pm / 4pm / 4.20pm / 4.40pm / 5pm | From 7.30pm – return tix (shuttle service) |
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Parking
Limited parking will be available at St Pauls High School, when pre-booked via Ticketmaster at $45 per car. The walk from St Pauls is a flat 600m. There will be no parking available on the night.
Parking will be bookable up to 5pm the day before the selected performance.
Please note, there will be no parking available in the Barracks Precinct on show nights.
| Friday / Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|
| 5pm – 10pm | 3.30pm – 8.30pm |
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Pre-purchase Tempus Two Wine
$75 EACH
Avoid the queue and pre-purchase your bottle of wine for collection on site.
*Only for purchase for 18+. ID may be checked on site. NATB practices responsible service of alcohol.
Wine will be available for pre-purchase up to 24 hours prior to the start of your selected show.
RED: Tempus Two Copper Series Shiraz
WHITE: Tempus Two Copper Series Wilde Chardonnay
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VIP DINE & SHOW EXPERIENCE
$395 PER HEAD (MINIMUM 2 GUESTS)
For the complete Night at The Barracks VIP journey, combine platinum reserved seating with our pre-event dining experience at Q Station’s Boilerhouse Kitchen & Bar.
Refurbished into a bustling, open- kitchen restaurant, Boilerhouse Kitchen & Bar specialises in fresh, modern Australian cuisine. After an early 2 course dinner (Friday and Saturday performances) or late Sunday lunch, you’ll be transferred directly to the venue to enjoy the spectacle of Night at The Barracks with Platinum lane dedicated entry and two drink vouchers (per person). Post-event Night at The Barracks shuttles will transfer you back to Manly Wharf.
Bookings for Dine and Show will close 10 Days before the selected show date so book in early to avoid missing out.
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INCLUSIONS
- General Admission or Platinum tickets to Night at The Barracks North Head, Manly
- 2 course early pre-event dinner (Friday & Saturday) or late lunch (Sunday) at the Q Station’s Boilerhouse Kitchen & Bar
- Bottle of wine (between 2 people) from the Boilerhouse Night at The Barracks range
- Shuttle transfers from the Boilerhouse to the Barracks provided by Q Station
- Shuttle back to Manly Wharf after the event provided by Night at The Barracks *Please note: Guests returning to Q Station will need to make their own way back from the event.
- Platinum lane dedicated venue entry
- Two complimentary drink vouchers (per person) to use at Night at The Barracks bars
(Guests are asked to make their own way to Q Station located at 1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly. More information is available at: qstation.com.au/getting-here)
DINING TIMES
Customers are required to choose their dining time at Q Station Boilerhouse upon booking this package through Ticketmaster. If the dining time needs to be changed, customers are to contact Q Station directly to adjust this.
The times available are as follows:
- For all Friday/Saturday performances (pre-event dining): Seating times: 3:30pm / 3:45pm / 4:00pm
- For Sunday performances (pre-event dining): Seating times 1:30pm / 1:45pm / 2:00pm
(Dining times subject to availability)
Cuisine & Concert Experience
$189 PER PERSON
Enjoy a relaxed 2-hour pre-concert culinary experience at Roving Larder Cooking School, just 100m from the concert entrance.
Guests join a chef-led cooking session exploring South of France-inspired flavours, followed by a shared long-table meal.
Bookings for Cuisine & Concert Experience will close 10 Days before the selected show date so book in early to avoid missing out.
*Please note: this price does not include your Night at The Barracks event ticket and is an add-on experience available when purchasing your concert ticket.
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INCLUSIONS
- 3-course menu: entrée, main & dessert (vegetarian options available)
- 2 glasses of premium wine or beer per person (18+); BYO not permitted
- Unlimited soft drinks and sparkling water
- A relaxed chef-led cooking experience with selected hands-on moments
- Shared long-table dining
- Shuttle back to Manly Wharf after the concert
(Guests are asked to make their own way to Roving Larder located at The Barracks Precinct, 2 Gunner Rd, Manly NSW. Parking is available on site.)
TIMES
For all Friday/Saturday performances:
- Pre-eventdining: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Concert gates open: 5:30 PM
For Sunday performances:
- Pre-eventdining: 2:30 PM–4:30 PM
- Concert gates open: 4:00 PM
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Roving Larder will contact guests prior to the event to confirm the booking, share a sample menu and collect dietary or allergy information.
Please note: Roving Larder operates in a shared kitchen, so the complete absence of allergens cannot be guaranteed.
