Ireland’s Picture This are heading back our way for a May 2026 run across Australia, and they’ve just made it a little sweeter. Western Australian artist Sam McGovern has been added as a special guest, and there’s now a brand-new New Zealand stop in Auckland to round it out.
Tickets are already on sale, so this is not a drill.
The Update That Matters: Sam McGovern On Support
First of all, huge love to any tour that doesn’t pretend Western Australia is a myth.
Adding Sam McGovern as special guest makes this tour feel a bit more local and a bit more intentional, especially for the Perth date. If you’re the kind of person who loves discovering your next favourite artist before they blow up (or you simply enjoy being insufferable about it later, ha), showing up early is now the move.
Auckland Added: New Zealand Date Locked In
New Zealand friends, you are officially in the cool club. Picture This will play The Tuning Fork in Auckland on Thursday, 28 May 2026, newly added to the run.
That venue is a great size for the kind of show that feels close enough to scream-sing without needing binoculars.
Tour Dates And Venues
Event Info
| City | Date | Venue | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | Wed 20 May 2026 | The Triffid | On sale now |
| Sydney | Fri 22 May 2026 | Metro Theatre | On sale now |
| Melbourne | Sat 23 May 2026 | 170 Russell | On sale now |
| Perth | Tue 26 May 2026 | Astor Theatre | On sale now |
| Auckland | Thu 28 May 2026 | The Tuning Fork | On sale now |
Perth note: Live Nation’s listing for the Astor show indicates All Ages (always double-check your ticket page for any updates or conditions).
Perth Friends, Astor On A Tuesday Is Actually Kind Of Perfect
Look, I know “Tuesday night gig” sounds like a threat if you work a standard schedule, but the Astor is one of those venues where even a midweek show can feel like a proper event. Also, it means you can still be a responsible little creature the rest of the week. Allegedly.
Accessibility Snapshot
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Brisbane – The Triffid (Wed 20 May 2026)
Venue Accessibility: The Triffid – Venue Accessibility
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue Access | Step-free entry | Confirmed | Street level, no steps at entrance. |
| Venue Access | Wheelchair access | Confirmed | Ground floor access incl. Beer Garden + Live Room + amenities. |
| Venue Access | Lift access | Not Confirmed | Mezzanine is stairs-only (no lift listed). |
| Toilets | Accessible toilet | Confirmed | Accessible, gender-neutral toilet in main foyer. |
| Seating | Seating on request | Confirmed | Chair can be provided; contact ahead. |
| Entry | Priority entry | Confirmed | Arrange priority wheelchair entry via venue. |
| Support | Companion Card | Confirmed | Via Moshtix fan support (per venue page). |
| Support | Assistance animals | Confirmed | Welcome; contact ahead for planning. |
| Sensory | Decompression space | Confirmed | Staff can help find a spot; mezzanine may be quieter (stairs-only). |
| Visual | Lighting notes | Confirmed | Low lighting notes; contact for strobe concerns. |
Sydney – Metro Theatre (Fri 22 May 2026)
Venue Accessibility: Metro Theatre – Disabled Seating
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seating | Wheelchair accessible seating | Confirmed | Call Box Office and speak to the Box Office Manager. |
| Venue Access | Step-free entry | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated on the venue’s wheelchair seating page. |
| Toilets | Accessible toilet | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated on the same page. |
| Support | Companion Card | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated on the same page. |
| Sensory | Quiet space / sensory supports | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated on the same page. |
| Visual | Strobe/lighting info | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated on the same page. |
Melbourne – 170 Russell (Sat 23 May 2026)
Venue Accessibility/FAQ: 170 Russell – FAQs
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue Access | Wheelchair Entrance | Confirmed | Access via glass doors at 180 Russell Street (see security at front). |
| Support | Companion Card | Not Confirmed | Not visible in the snippet we pulled; check full FAQ page sections or contact venue. |
| Entry | Priority access/Positioning | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated in the snippet we pulled; recommended to contact ahead. |
| Seating | Seating on Request | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated in the snippet we pulled. |
| Toilets | Accessible Toilet | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated in the snippet we pulled. |
| Visual | Lighting/Strobe | Not Confirmed | Not clearly stated in the snippet we pulled. |
Perth – Astor Theatre (Tue 26 May 2026)
Venue FAQ: Astor Theatre Perth – FAQ
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venue Access | Step-free access (stalls) | Confirmed | Stalls accessible with no steps. |
| Venue Access | Balcony access | Confirmed | Two flights of stairs, no lift. |
| Toilets | Accessible toilets | Confirmed | No accessible toilets inside; accessible toilets external within ~100m. |
| Sensory | Quiet space / sensory supports | Not Confirmed | Not listed in venue FAQ. |
| Visual | Strobe/lighting info | Not Confirmed | Not listed in venue FAQ. |
Auckland – The Tuning Fork (Thu 28 May 2026)
Venue Info: The Tuning Fork – Getting Here
| Category | Feature | Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support | Accessibility needs supported on request | Confirmed | Venue asks patrons to contact ahead for accessibility requirements. |
| Support | Accessible seating info | Confirmed | Ticketmaster venue page repeats the same guidance to contact the venue ahead. |
| Transport | Parking | Confirmed | No on-site public parking; nearby options listed. |
| Venue Access | Step-free entry | Not Confirmed | Not explicitly stated on the official page (contact ahead). |
| Toilets | Accessible toilet | Not Confirmed | Not explicitly stated on the official page (contact ahead). |
| Sensory | Quiet space / sensory supports | Not Confirmed | Not explicitly stated; contact ahead recommended. |
Accessibility can vary depending on venue configuration and event setup. Always check your ticketing page and venue info close to the date, and don’t be shy about emailing ahead for clear answers.
TLDR;
- Picture This are touring Australia in May 2026, now with Sam McGovern as special guest.
- New Zealand date added: Auckland, Thu 28 May 2026, The Tuning Fork.
- Perth: Astor Theatre, Tue 26 May 2026 (listing notes All Ages).
- Tickets are on sale now via Secret Sounds.
Official Ticket Link: Secret Sounds
Stay unruly.
