Mid-size Festivals in Australia
105 festivals with 5,000–25,000 attendees
Sarah Pagel · 10 July 2026
Australia’s music landscape spans a continent of extremes, where world-class soundscapes meet some of the most dramatic natural settings on Earth. From the sub-tropical shores of Byron Bay and the turquoize waters of the Gold Coast to the red dust of the Broken Hill outback, the country hosts a massive variety of large-scale gatherings. Major hubs like Brisbane and Perth provide urban backdrops for sprawling electronic and hip hop events, while coastal regions celebrate folk and blues traditions. Iconic institutions like Bluesfest Byron Bay and WOMADelaide have established Australia as a premier destination for global touring acts, blending high-end production with the outdoor-oriented lifestyle that defines the national identity.
The Australian festival scene is defined by its seasonal versatility and genre depth. While summer brings high-energy drum and bass, house, and rock to venues like Centennial Park and the Broadwater Parklands, the cooler months shift focus to atmospheric art and metal showcases in cities like Hobart. Country music holds a significant place in the cultural fabric, with massive gatherings at Willowbank Raceway and Tamworth attracting fans from across the globe. Whether it is the heavy riffs of a punk showcase in a metropolitan stadium or the acoustic melodies of a folk festival on a heritage farm, the focus remains on high-quality curation. Events like CMC Rocks and Ultra Australia reflect a community that values both international headliners and local talent, cementing the nation's status as a cornerstone of the global circuit.
Winter Blues Festival (Echuca Moama)
Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
The Echuca-Moama Winter Blues Festival is a long-standing, free-entry blues and roots music festival held annually across multiple venues in Echuca-Moama, Victoria, Australia. Known as one of Australia's largest and most affordable blues festivals, it is a family-friendly, volunteer-run event that showcases Australian blues and roots talent.
EchoFest
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Casino Cow Country Music Muster
Aug 9, 2026 - Aug 12, 2026
The Casino Country Music Muster is a five-day festival held annually in Casino, NSW, Australia's 'Beef Capital,' celebrating authentic Australian country music and community spirit. It features a lineup of established and emerging country artists, alongside family-friendly activities, walk-up sessions, local food stalls, artisan markets, and camping options.
Mundi Mundi Bash at Broken Hill
Aug 20, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
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.
Pioneer Valley Country Music Festival
Sep 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
The Pioneer Valley Country Music Festival is one of North Queensland's most entertaining country music events, held in Finch Hatton, Mackay, Queensland. The festival features a talent search with duo and country rock sections, alongside open mic jam sessions for attendees.
One Night Stand
Sep 20, 2026
One Night Stand is an annual music festival organised by Triple J radio station, taking place in various regional towns in Australia. What makes it unique is its focus on bringing live music to regional communities and its history of selecting host towns through community involvement.
Mildura Country Music Festival
Sep 25, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026
The Mildura Country Music Festival is an annual Australian country music event held in Mildura, Victoria, recognized as Australia's largest independent country music festival. Revived in 2025 as the Mildura Wentworth Country Music Festival, it features over 40 independent artists across 14 venues over nine days in September, emphasizing local promotion and emerging talents.
Floriade Night Fest
Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026
Floriade NightFest is Canberra's after-dark extravaganza, transforming Commonwealth Park into an illuminated wonderland with cutting-edge light installations. This ticketed event features a mesmerising program of live music across multiple stages, street theatre, fire shows, and diverse entertainment for all ages, including an adults-only cabaret.
Deni Ute Muster
Oct 2, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
The Deni Ute Muster is an iconic Australian festival held annually in Deniliquin, New South Wales, celebrating the Australian utility vehicle ('ute') and outback culture. It features live country and rock music, ute competitions, and world record attempts for the largest parade of utes and people wearing blue singlets, attracting tens of thousands of attendees for a unique two-day experience with camping on the Riverina plains.
Mandurah Country Music Festival
Oct 3, 2026
The Mandurah Country Music Festival is a one-day, family-friendly event held in Mandurah, Western Australia, showcasing a stellar lineup of Australia's best established and emerging country music artists. Attendees can enjoy live music, food trucks, cold drinks, and market stalls in a vibrant festival atmosphere.
Mode Festival
Oct 4, 2026
Mode Festival, an electronic music and arts event, unfolds on Cockatoo Island / Wareamah, a historic industrial landmark in Sydney Harbour. The festival's industrial island setting, complete with immersive art installations, provides a compelling backdrop for its meticulously curated programme of global club culture.
Savannah in the Round
Oct 8, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
Savannah in the Round is a premier music and camping festival held annually at the Mareeba Rodeo Arena in Tropical North Queensland, Australia. The event showcases a diverse lineup of international and Australian country, rock, and roots artists alongside local food, art, and cultural displays.
Fleurieu Folk Festival
Oct 9, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
The Fleurieu Folk Festival is an annual, family-friendly celebration of contemporary and traditional folk music held in the picturesque town of Willunga, South Australia, and is known as the state's largest and friendliest folk music event. It features over 50 local, interstate, and international musicians across various folk genres, alongside workshops, dance, poetry, and local food and market stalls, creating a vibrant community atmosphere.
Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival
Oct 16, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
The Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival is a three-day, family-friendly celebration of music, poetry, and dance held in Australia's picturesque Kangaroo Valley. It features a diverse lineup of folk, roots, and acoustic artists, alongside blues, gypsy jazz, world music, indie, pop, comedy, workshops, and market stalls, all within a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Perth International Jazz Festival on Tour
Oct 22, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
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.
Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues
Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
The Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues is an annual Australian festival held in Wangaratta, Victoria, celebrating jazz and blues music with a blend of local and international artists. Established in 1990, it features over 90 events, 350 artists, and hosts the prestigious National Jazz Awards, youth workshops, and master classes across multiple venues.
Blues at Bridgetown Festival
Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
Blues at Bridgetown is a long-running annual music festival held in Bridgetown, Western Australia, celebrating blues, roots, and associated genres. The event is known for its community atmosphere, diverse lineup of established and emerging artists, and a popular Saturday street party.
Handpicked Festival
Nov 14, 2026
Handpicked Festival is a family-run music and wine event held annually at Lake Breeze Wines in Langhorne Creek, South Australia, known for its intimate atmosphere amidst vineyards and gumtrees. It offers a curated sensory experience featuring award-winning wines, local food trucks, a "Cocktail Forest," and a diverse lineup of Australian musicians.
Dream State Sydney
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026
Dreamstate Australia is the country's premier electronic dance music festival dedicated exclusively to the trance genre, held at Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park. It is renowned for its world-class stage design, cutting-edge production, immersive visual storytelling, and a curated lineup of international and Australian trance DJs and producers.
Strawberry Fields Festival
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
Strawberry Fields is an annual electronic music and arts festival held on the banks of the Murray River in Tocumwal, Australia. The event features a diverse lineup of local and international artists alongside immersive art installations, wellness workshops, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Queenscliff Music Festival
Nov 27, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026
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.
Transmission Melbourne
Nov 28, 2026
Transmission Melbourne is a large indoor trance music event held at the Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, Australia. It is known for its combination of technology, special effects, live acts and stage design, creating an immersive experience with lights, lasers and sound systems.
PASIFIX
Dec 5, 2026
The Melbourne Pasifika Festival is an annual celebration of Pasifika Culture held on the first Saturday each December at Banjo Paterson Park in Lynbrook, VIC, Australia. The festival offers a day to enjoy Pasifika culture through traditional food stalls, arts and crafts, children's activities, and various dance and live band performances.
Meredith Music Festival
Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026
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.
Woodford Folk Festival
Dec 27, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027
The Woodford Folk Festival is a renowned six-day cultural event held annually in Queensland, Australia, featuring a vast program of music, arts, and workshops across more than 25 stages. It brings together thousands of performers and attendees over the New Year period, culminating in a spectacular fire ceremony that celebrates community and creative expression.
Lost Paradise
Dec 28, 2026
Lost Paradise is an iconic New Year's Eve festival held in Glenworth Valley, Australia, blending a diverse music lineup with arts, wellness, and boutique camping. This eco-conscious celebration features world-class acts and immersive cultural experiences within a scenic hidden valley.
Beyond the Valley
Dec 28, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027
Beyond The Valley is a premier Australian multi-day music and arts festival held annually over the New Year's Eve period at Barunah Plains, Victoria. It features a diverse lineup of electronic, indie, and hip-hop artists alongside immersive stage designs and boutique camping experiences.
Luliepalooza
Dec 30, 2026
Luliepalooza is Melbourne's iconic rock 'n' roll block party, held annually at Victoria Park in Abbotsford, transforming it into a full-throttle, open-air celebration of music, art, food, and community. The festival, now in its fifth and biggest iteration, features two stages, over a dozen live bands spanning rock, punk, and soul, alongside skate demos, local food and beverages, and a strong emphasis on accessibility.
Snack Festival
Dec 31, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027
Snack Festival is Western Australia's largest New Year's Eve festival, held annually at Claremont Showgrounds in Perth. The event features multiple European-style stages with diverse electronic music acts, rides, games, themed bars, and unique attractions like a wedding chapel and tattoo parlor, all culminating in a spectacular midnight fireworks countdown.
Cygnet Folk Festival
Jan 8, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027
The Cygnet Folk Festival is an iconic three-day folk music festival held annually in January in Cygnet, Tasmania, Australia, known for its celebration of culture, creativity, and community spirit. It showcases an eclectic mix of local, national, and international artists across folk, ethno, world, roots, and acoustic music, alongside dance, poetry, and workshops.
AO Live
Jan 11, 2027 - Jan 31, 2027
AO Live is an extensive music and entertainment festival held at Melbourne Park in conjunction with the Australian Open tennis tournament. The event features a diverse lineup of international and local artists performing live concerts and DJ sets across multiple stages during the Grand Slam.
Nannup Music Festival
Feb 26, 2027 - Mar 1, 2027
The Nannup Music Festival is a four-day music and cultural event held annually in Nannup, Western Australia, known for its intimate atmosphere and commitment to showcasing emerging and Indigenous musicians. It features over 100 acts across eight stages, alongside workshops, talks, poetry, camping, kids' activities, food, and artisan markets, all set within a scenic forest and river backdrop.
WOMADelaide
Mar 5, 2027 - Mar 8, 2027
WOMADelaide is an iconic annual four-day festival held in Adelaide's Botanic Park that celebrates global cultural diversity through world music, arts, and dance. The open-air event features international performers, workshops, environmental discussions, and culinary experiences in a vibrant multicultural setting.
Desert Festival
Jul 9, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Desert Festival is Central Australia's iconic multi-arts event, held annually in Mparntwe/Alice Springs, showcasing an unforgettable mix of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, immersive experiences, and workshops. It is known for its inclusive programming, local focus, and vibrant energy, celebrating the unique spirit of the desert and centering diverse stories.
Here Comes The Sun Festival
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Here Comes The Sun Festival is a much-loved music event held at 3 Oceans Winery in Margaret River, Western Australia, coinciding with the Western Australia Margaret River Pro surfing competition. It is known for its relaxed, sun-soaked atmosphere, a curated lineup of Australian artists, and a strong connection to surf culture and coastal communities.
Country Fest Queensland
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Country Fest Queensland is a premier multi-day music and camping festival in North Queensland that showcases a diverse lineup of international and local country music stars. The event features family-friendly entertainment, including market stalls and community activities, and is set to move to Townsville's Cluden Park for its 2026 edition.
Touch Bass Festival Sydney
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Touch Bass Festival is Australia and New Zealand's premier bass music event, celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2026. It is renowned for delivering cutting-edge bass, drum and bass, and trap music with formidable international and local artists, immersive production, and towering sound systems.
Laneway Festival Melbourne
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Laneway Festival Melbourne is an annual indie and alternative music festival that originated in Melbourne, Australia, in 2005. It has grown into a multi-city touring event across Australia and New Zealand, renowned for its boutique atmosphere and focus on discovering and showcasing emerging local and international talent.
Bass in the Grass
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BASSINTHEGRASS is the Northern Territory's largest music festival, held annually at the scenic Mindil Beach in Darwin. The event showcases a diverse mix of international and Australian artists across various genres, attracting thousands of fans to its iconic tropical setting.
Hyper Festival
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Hyper Festival is Western Australia's longest-running and largest alcohol-free, all-ages music festival, held annually in Midland, WA. The youth-led event provides a genuine festival experience for young people and families, featuring national and local music, food trucks, market stalls, and various activities.
Mountain Goat Valley Crawl
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The Mountain Goat Valley Crawl is an annual free music festival held across multiple venues in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It features over 40 artists across 8 stages, offering a diverse lineup of Australian music acts, from established headliners to emerging talent.
Midnight Mafia
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Midnight Mafia is an iconic indoor hard dance music festival held at Sydney Showground, known for transforming the venue into an immersive, themed underworld with a fictional Mafia concept. The event is celebrated for its mind-blowing production, unparalleled storytelling, and high-energy performances from top-tier hard dance artists.
Touch Bass Festival Perth
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Touch Bass Festival Perth is an annual electronic music festival in Perth, Western Australia, celebrating bass, trap, dubstep, and drum and bass genres. It is distinguished by its meticulously curated lineup of international and local artists, custom-designed sound system, and cutting-edge visual production.
Marrickville Music Festival
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The Marrickville Music Festival is an annual free event held in Marrickville, NSW, Australia, transforming its streets and venues into a vibrant cultural hub celebrating live music, creativity, and diversity. It features multiple stages showcasing a diverse lineup of local and international talent across various genres, alongside food stalls, markets, and cultural performances.
Parkes Elvis Festival
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The Parkes Elvis Festival is an annual five-day event held in Parkes, NSW, Australia, celebrating the life and music of Elvis Presley and recognized as the largest gathering of Elvis fans in the Southern Hemisphere. It features over 200 events, including an Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, a street parade, renewal of vows ceremonies, and numerous concerts.
Red Hot Summer Tour Wodonga
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Wodonga 2026 is an outdoor music festival held at Gateway Lakes in Wodonga, Victoria, Australia, featuring an all-Australian lineup. The 2026 edition is headlined by Paul Kelly, with performances by Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock.
Red Hot Summer Tour Port Macquarie
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Port Macquarie 2026 is an outdoor music festival held at Westport Park in Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia, known for its all-Australian lineup of iconic rock and indie artists. The 2026 edition is headlined by Paul Kelly, with performances by Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, offering a day of vibrant live music in a picturesque setting.
No One But Us
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No One But Us is Perth's New Year's Day celebration, held at Langley Park, uniting cutting-edge names in drum & bass, UK rap, and underground club culture. The 18+ festival boasts global heavyweights, rising stars, and huge production in a city-front location.
Listen Out Melbourne
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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.
Ridin' Hearts
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Ridin' Hearts is a country music festival that takes place at the Sydney Showground. It distinguishes itself with a city-meets-country experience, market stalls, and unique attractions such as the Sparkle Station and Bulldust Bar.
Red Hot Summer Tour Launceston
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Launceston 2026 is an outdoor music festival held at the Launceston Country Club in Tasmania, Australia, featuring an all-Australian lineup. The event showcases legendary acts and vibrant live music, with the 2026 edition headlined by Paul Kelly, alongside Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock.
SummerSalt Sunshine Coast
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SummerSalt Sunshine Coast is an Australian outdoor music festival held in picturesque locations, known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and focus on local community and sustainability. The 2026 Sunshine Coast edition features a sun-drenched lineup of Australian and international acts, including Ocean Alley, Skegss, and Babe Rainbow, offering a day of live music and good vibes.
Digi Culture and Music Festival
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Digi Culture & Music Festival is a one-day, multi-stage electronic music and arts festival held annually in Canberra, ACT, Australia, celebrating club culture. The event is known for its diverse lineup of local and international electronic artists, immersive audiovisual production, and a community-first approach.
Reminisce House
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Reminisce House is an annual house music festival held at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne, Australia. It is renowned for its fan-voted "Top 50 Countdown" of house and trance anthems, alongside multiple stages showcasing various house and rave subgenres from the 90s and 00s.
Be Social Fest
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Be Social Fest is a fast-growing music and arts festival held in Cairns, Queensland, known for its welcoming, community-driven atmosphere. The event features a dynamic lineup of international, national, and local artists, alongside immersive art installations, food trucks, market stalls, and wellness spaces, with a strong focus on connection, creativity, culture, inclusivity, and mental health awareness.
Capella Country Music Festival
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The Capella Country Music Festival is an annual event held in Capella, Queensland, Australia, celebrating Australian country music and fostering a strong sense of community. The multi-day festival, hosted at the Capella Covered Arena, features open mic sessions, main stage performances by leading musicians, bush poetry, and cooking demonstrations.
Red Hot Summer Tour Victor Harbor
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The Red Hot Summer Tour is an annual Australian live music event that showcases legendary homegrown talent in picturesque outdoor locations across the country. The 2026 Victor Harbor edition, held at Kent Reserve, features an all-Australian lineup headlined by Paul Kelly, alongside artists like Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock.
Big Red Bash
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The Big Red Bash is an iconic music festival held annually in the Simpson Desert near Birdsville, Australia, and is famously known as the world's most remote music event. Staged against the backdrop of the massive Big Red sand dune, it features performances by top Australian artists and offers a unique outback camping experience.
Red Hot Summer Tour Bendigo
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Bendigo 2026 is an outdoor music festival in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia, featuring a scorching all-Australian lineup of iconic artists. The 2026 event is headlined by Paul Kelly, with performances by Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, offering an epic day of live music.
Sun Burn
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Sunburnt Country is Australia's newest country music experience, held in Canberra, ACT. It features a blend of Nashville superstar headliners like Jason Aldean and US rocker Corey Kent, alongside stellar homegrown talent for a boot-stomping good time.
Jamaican Music and Food Festival
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The Jamaican Music and Food Festival is an annual celebration of Jamaican culture held at Seaworks Maritime Precinct in Williamstown, Melbourne, Australia, featuring a vibrant mix of reggae, dub, rocksteady, and dancehall music. This family-friendly event also offers authentic Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine, live art, island markets, and dance showcases.
So Frenchy So Chic
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So Frenchy So Chic is an annual summer festival held at Werribee Park in Victoria, Australia, celebrating French culture through contemporary music, gastronomy, and fashion. The event offers a unique Parisian-inspired picnic atmosphere with live French artists, gourmet food and wine, and interactive workshops.
Live at Warrawee
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Live at Warrawee is a free, family-friendly live music event held in Warrawee Park, Oakleigh, Victoria, Australia, offering a relaxed picnic atmosphere. The festival showcases a diverse lineup of local talent across genres like soul, jazz, funk, Balkan brass, and neo-traditional Greek music.
Leaps and Bounds
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Leaps and Bounds Music Festival is the City of Yarra's annual winter music festival in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, celebrating and amplifying the local live music scene across multiple venues. The festival features a community-curated program with diverse lineups, including LGBTIQA+ and First Nations musicians, offering a mix of live shows, experimental pop-ups, raves, and club nights for all ages and budgets.
Cronulla Jazz & Blues Festival
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The Cronulla Jazz & Blues Festival is a family-friendly, free music extravaganza held in the coastal suburb of Cronulla, NSW, featuring over 100 jazz, blues, and related music artists across multiple stages and venues. This community-driven event transforms the beachside area into a vibrant cultural hub, offering free performances, special ticketed events, a film festival, record fair, and various family entertainment.
Red Hot Summer Tour Bella Vista
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The Red Hot Summer Tour is an annual Australian outdoor music festival known for showcasing legendary homegrown talent in picturesque locations. The 2026 series at Bella Vista will be headlined by Paul Kelly, supported by Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, offering an unforgettable celebration of Australian rock and songwriting.
Laneway Festival Perth
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Laneway Festival Perth is the Western Australian edition of the long-running "tastemaker" music festival, known for its carefully curated lineups featuring dream debuts, long-awaited returns, and exclusive performances from indie and emerging artists. Held at Arena Joondalup, the festival is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for music lovers.
Touch Bass Festival Brisbane
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Touch Bass Brisbane is Australia and New Zealand's premier single-day bass music festival, held annually in Brisbane, Queensland, and renowned for its focus on drum & bass, dubstep, trap, and bass house. The event is celebrated for its explosive lineups featuring global titans and rising stars, coupled with state-of-the-art sound systems and immersive visual production.
Red Hot Summer Tour Hervey Bay
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Hervey Bay 2026 is an outdoor music festival in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, showcasing a scorching all-Australian lineup headlined by iconic singer/songwriter Paul Kelly. The event is known for bringing legendary homegrown talent to picturesque outdoor venues, offering a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere for fans of all ages.
SummerSalt Adelaide
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SummerSalt Adelaide is a premium Australian live music series held at stunning outdoor coastal locations like Glenelg Beach, known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. The festival showcases a blend of acclaimed Australian and international indie, alternative, and surf-rock artists, offering a day of sun-drenched music and good vibes.
Rainbow Spirit Festival
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Rainbow Spirit Festival is a music and arts festival held in Tallarook, Australia. It is distinguished by fostering a community centred on connection, creativity, celebration, and personal growth.
Summer Sundays
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Summer Sundays is a free community concert series held annually over four Sundays in January at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, featuring an eclectic array of music from jazz to indie-rock. The event, presented by the City of Ballarat, also offers local food and beverage vendors and a pop-up Garden Bar, attracting an intergenerational crowd.
Darwin Pride Music Festival
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The Darwin Pride Music Festival is an annual event held in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, celebrating the rich and diverse LGBTQIA+ community of the Top End. It features a vibrant program of musical performances, DJs, and drag artists, alongside community stalls and food vendors.
Electric Gardens Festival
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Electric Gardens Festival, also known as Electric Island in Perth, is an open-air electronic music festival held at the iconic Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia. It prides itself on curating world-class house and progressive electronic DJs and producers, offering a one-stage experience that blends the aura of Ibiza and Bali's beach clubs with a stunning coastal backdrop.
Wildlands Brisbane
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Wildlands Festival Brisbane is a premier annual summer music event held at the Brisbane Showgrounds, featuring a world-class lineup of dance, electronic, indie, and hip-hop artists. The festival is renowned for its immersive stage production and high-energy atmosphere, serving as a major highlight of Australia's New Year celebrations.
Pitch Music and Arts Festival
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Pitch Music & Arts is a premier four-day electronic music and arts festival held annually against the scenic backdrop of the Grampians in Victoria, Australia. The event is renowned for its world-class techno and house lineups, immersive visual art installations, and avant-garde stage architecture.
Red Hot Summer Tour Berry
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Berry 2026 is an outdoor Australian music festival held at the picturesque Berry Showgrounds in Berry, NSW, featuring an all-Australian lineup. The 2026 edition is headlined by Paul Kelly and includes popular artists like Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, offering a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere for fans of Australian rock and songwriting.
Bluesfest Byron Bay
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Byron Bay Bluesfest is Australia's premier contemporary blues and roots music festival, held annually over the Easter long weekend at the Byron Events Farm in Tyagarah. Since its inception in 1990, it has become one of the world's most highly awarded music festivals, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local artists.
SummerSalt Lake Macquarie
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SummerSalt Lake Macquarie is an outdoor music festival held in picturesque parkland locations, known for bringing a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and a lineup of Australian and international artists. The 2026 Lake Macquarie edition features Ocean Alley on their AUS Coastal tour, alongside other notable acts, offering sun-drenched live music and good vibes.
Cobargo Folk Festival
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The Cobargo Folk Festival is a welcoming, family-friendly event featuring three days of folk and roots music in the NSW village of Cobargo, Australia. It is known for its intimate size, fun and friendly vibe, and high-quality artistic program, offering a rich tapestry of live music and performing arts, including diverse folk, roots, First Nations, spoken word, and storytelling.
Port Fairy Folk Festival
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The Port Fairy Folk Festival is an annual four-day music event held in Victoria, Australia, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local folk, roots, and world music artists. Since its founding in 1977, it has grown into one of the country's most iconic cultural celebrations, drawing thousands to the historic coastal town every March.
Riverboats Music Festival
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The Riverboats Music Festival is the Murray River's premier contemporary music event, held annually in Echuca-Moama, Victoria, under towering river red gums in a natural amphitheatre. It offers an intimate, single-stage experience featuring acclaimed artists, local food, and historic paddlesteamer cruises.
Red Hot Summer Tour Sandstone Point
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The Red Hot Summer Tour at Sandstone Point is an outdoor Australian music festival featuring an all-Australian lineup of iconic rock, pop, and country artists. The 2026 edition, held at the Sandstone Point Hotel in Queensland, is headlined by Paul Kelly and includes Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock.
Red Hot Summer Tour Southport
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Southport 2026 is an outdoor music festival held at Broadwater Parklands in Southport, Queensland, Australia, featuring an all-Australian lineup. Headlined by Paul Kelly, the festival showcases beloved Australian artists such as Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, appealing to a multi-generational audience.
Generations In Jazz
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Generations In Jazz is an annual weekend jazz festival held in Mount Gambier, South Australia. It is notable for bringing together thousands of young jazz musicians from across Australia and New Zealand for concerts, competitions, and workshops.
Wildlands Perth
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Wildlands Festival Perth is a premier one-day summer music event held at HBF Arena, showcasing a curated lineup of global electronic, hip-hop, and indie artists. Known for its world-class stage production and immersive atmosphere, the festival provides a vibrant start to the year for music lovers in Western Australia.
Rolling Loud Australia
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Rolling Loud Australia is the regional edition of the world's largest hip-hop festival, featuring a high-energy lineup of international and local rap superstars. The event brings the premier global urban music experience to major Australian cities, showcasing the massive influence and diversity of the hip-hop genre.
Brighter Days Festival
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The Brighter Days Festival is a three-day, family-friendly fundraising event held annually over the March Labour Day weekend in Bright, Victoria, featuring bikes, cars, and music to support children's charities. Organized by the volunteer-led Brighter Days Foundation, the festival includes themed nights, a car and bike show, and live performances by Australian acts.
Summer Block Party
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Kilby Block Party is an independent music festival in Salt Lake City, Utah, celebrating the city's longest-running all-ages venue, Kilby Court. Entering its 7th year in 2026, it is known as the largest indie music festival in Salt Lake City, attracting approximately 25,000 attendees daily.
CMC Rocks QLD
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CMC Rocks QLD is Australia's largest international country music festival, held annually at Willowbank Raceway in Ipswich. The multi-day event features a world-class lineup of global country stars and local artists, alongside on-site camping and unique festival experiences.
Laneway Festival Adelaide
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Laneway Festival Adelaide is the South Australian stop of an annual indie music festival known for showcasing emerging alternative and indie talent. It emphasizes artist discovery, diverse lineups, and boutique-scale productions, fostering inclusive and community-driven experiences.
Ultra Beach Gold Coast
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Ultra Beach Gold Coast is a premier single-stage electronic music festival held at Broadwater Parklands, featuring top-tier international DJs and high-end stage production. This boutique seaside event is part of the global Ultra Worldwide brand, offering an immersive outdoor dance experience for electronic music fans in Australia.
Pineapple Club
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Pineapple Club is a uniquely West Australian music festival held at Cottesloe Beach, offering an unforgettable beach party experience with sun, sand, sips, and ocean views. The festival features a main stage with local artists playing dance music, a silent disco, a VIP area, food trucks, and attracts Gen Z and late 90s millennials.
Wangaratta Country Music Festival
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RegFest is a family-friendly country music festival held in Wangaratta, Victoria, Australia, showcasing some of Australia's best and emerging country-styled musicians. The two-day event also features rodeo (though sometimes without), BBQ, food trucks, local breweries, and on-site camping, creating a lively atmosphere.
Party in the Paddock
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Party in the Paddock is Tasmania's premier multi-day music and arts festival, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local indie, rock, and electronic artists at Quercus Park. The event offers an immersive cultural experience by combining live performances with art installations, comedy, and a vibrant community atmosphere in a scenic rural setting.
Country by the River
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Country by the River is an annual family-friendly country music festival held at Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge, South Australia. It showcases a lineup of prominent Australian country artists, along with international acts, offering a vibrant atmosphere with food trucks, local beverages, and on-site camping.
Australia Day Live Concert
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Australia Day Live Concert is an annual concert held on Australia Day, 26 January, at the Sydney Opera House forecourt and Sydney Harbour. The concert showcases Australian artists and musicians, with a backdrop of the Sydney Opera House, and often includes stories reflecting Australia's diverse cultures.
A Day On The Green
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A Day On The Green is a premier outdoor concert series held at picturesque wineries across Australia, including Mt Duneed Estate in Geelong, Victoria. Known as "The Big Day Out for grown-ups," it offers a unique experience combining good food, fine wine, and live music from both acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Red Hot Summer Tour Werribee
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Werribee is an Australian outdoor music festival held at Werribee Park, known for showcasing legendary homegrown talent. The 2026 edition features an all-Australian lineup headlined by Paul Kelly, offering a vibrant atmosphere with premium sound production.
Big Pineapple Festival
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The Big Pineapple Music Festival is an iconic celebration of music, community, and sunshine held annually at the Pineapple Fields in Woombye, Queensland, Australia. It features a genre-spanning lineup of Australian and international artists, alongside unique attractions like the Lantern Parade, immersive art installations, and the Great Australian Pineapple Toss.
Spilt Milk Perth
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Spilt Milk Perth is an Australian music and arts festival held annually at Claremont Showground, known for its vibrant, youth-oriented atmosphere and diverse lineup of international and local artists. The single-day event combines world-class musicians, visual artists, and food vendors, making it one of Australia's most popular and fastest-selling festivals.
Ultra Festival Australia
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Ultra Australia is a premier electronic dance music festival and part of the global Ultra Music Festival brand, showcasing world-class international DJs across multiple stages. Held in major cities like Melbourne, the event features high-end production and immersive performances that attract thousands of fans annually.
Red Hot Summer Tour Mornington
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The Red Hot Summer Tour Mornington is an outdoor music festival held at the Mornington Racecourse in Victoria, Australia, known for showcasing legendary Australian acts. The 2026 edition features an all-Australian lineup headlined by Paul Kelly, alongside Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock, offering a full-day celebration of homegrown talent.
Let Them Eat Cake
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Let Them Eat Cake is a premier New Year's Day electronic music and arts festival held in Melbourne, Australia, known for its stylish atmosphere and diverse underground lineups. The boutique event combines cutting-edge sound with immersive art installations and artisan food at iconic heritage locations like Werribee Mansion.
Grampians Grape Escape
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The Grampians Grape Escape is an iconic food, wine, and music festival held annually in Halls Gap, Victoria, Australia, celebrating the region's artisan producers and winemakers. This family-friendly event features over 100 exhibitors, masterclasses, cooking demonstrations, live music, and grape stomping, set against the stunning backdrop of the Grampians National Park.
An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
10 July 2026