House & Disco Festivals in Australia & New Zealand

Listen Out Melbourne is an annual Australian music festival held in Melbourne, Victoria, known for its curated blend of hip-hop, indie, and electronic music. This one-day event typically features a diverse lineup of both international and local artists performing across multiple stages.

The Yarrapay Festival is an annual community event held in Yirrkala, Northeast Arnhem Land, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and artistic talents of the Yolŋu people. The festival showcases a vibrant mix of music, dance, art, and traditional practices, offering attendees an immersive experience into Yolŋu culture, featuring performances by local and national First Nations artists.

NYX Festival is Australia's up and coming underground arts, music and culture experience, held annually in the tropical paradise of North Queensland on a remote 30,000-acre property near Ravenshoe. It's a five-day Winter Solstice Festival that features electronic beats (psytrance, techno, downbeat, bass and more), art installations, market stalls, performances, and workshops, blending outdoor camping with a rich cultural program.

RTR FM's Fremantle Winter Festival is an annual music event held in North Fremantle, Western Australia, showcasing a diverse lineup of local and independent artists across multiple venues. It serves as one of RTRFM's key fundraising events, supporting the community radio station and the local music and arts scene.

Reminisce Trance is a Melbourne-based electronic music festival renowned for its interactive "Top 50 Trance Countdown," where attendees vote for their favorite trance anthems. The event features international headliners and local artists, delivering a full-scale production across two rooms designed to evoke nostalgia and celebrate classic trance music.

The Mundi Mundi Bash is a premier outback music festival held on the Mundi Mundi Plains near Silverton, featuring iconic Australian rock and country performers. This family-friendly camping event offers a unique desert experience complete with world-record dance attempts and stunning sunset views over the Barrier Ranges.

Wonder Mountain is an intimate, genre-blurring music festival held annually in Beechworth, Victoria, Australia, primarily at the historic Tanswells Hotel. The festival emphasizes local talent and community, offering a diverse lineup of disco, funk, indie, experimental pop, soul, and house music in a unique country-town setting.

Harvest Rock is an annual two-day music festival held in Adelaide, South Australia, combining a diverse lineup of international and Australian musical artists. The festival is also a celebration of South Australia's exceptional food and wine culture, featuring premium dining options, pop-up cellar doors, and a dedicated culinary stage.

Yours and Owls Festival is Wollongong, NSW's largest annual two-day music and arts festival, known for its diverse lineup of international and local talent. The event offers multiple stages, local arts, food, and beverages by the beach, and notably was the first music festival in NSW to trial pill testing in 2025.

Cairns Tropical Pride is an annual festival in Cairns, Far North Queensland, celebrating the region's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. It connects the LGBTQIA+ community and allies, and celebrates the diversity of the region.

The Perth International Jazz Festival is an annual event held in Perth, Western Australia, showcasing a diverse range of international, national, and local jazz talent across multiple venues. It has grown to become a significant cultural highlight, known for attracting world-class and Grammy Award-winning artists.

Interstellar Groove is a boutique electronic music and arts festival held in regional Victoria, Australia, showcasing a blend of progressive, techno, and psychedelic house music. The multi-day camping event emphasizes community and creativity through immersive art installations, workshops, and high-quality soundscapes in a picturesque bush setting.

Hopkins Creek Festival is a beloved intimate electronic music and camping festival held on Taungurung Country, Victoria, Australia. It is known for its eclectically programmed lineup featuring diverse local and international artists, emphasizing music and mateship in a unique setting.

The Queenscliff Music Festival is an award-winning annual event on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula that features a diverse lineup of contemporary Australian and international music. This family-friendly celebration transforms the historic coastal township into a vibrant hub of live performances, local produce, and community-driven arts across multiple stages.

Meredith Music Festival is an annual three-day independent music event held at the Supernatural Amphitheatre in Victoria, Australia. It is widely celebrated for its diverse lineups, single-stage format, and its legendary 'No Dickhead Policy' which fosters a unique communal atmosphere.

Rhythm and Alps is a premier multi-day New Year's music and camping festival held annually in the scenic Cardrona Valley near Wanaka, New Zealand. The event features a diverse lineup of international and local electronic, hip-hop, and alternative artists across multiple stages in a stunning alpine setting.

Rhythm & Alps is a multi-day music and camping festival that takes place annually in Cardrona Valley, near Wānaka, New Zealand. The festival is known for its diverse lineup of international and local acts, set against the backdrop of the Southern Alps.

Twominds Festival is a boutique dance euphoria weekender in the trees and by the coastline at Spencer Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park on the edge of Ōtautahi Christchurch. Sunlit swims and mirrored Treehouse stages give way to sepia-toned night-time dancefloors, poetry nooks, and cosy forest clubs where house, jungle, dub and local crews keep a warm, community-focused energy flowing.