Western Australia’s coastal gem Kilbarri, is set to come alive when Kalbarri Open Air Festival 2026 lands at the Kalbarri Sports Oval from the 1st - 2nd of May 2026. KOA 2026 will feature 16 bands from across Western Australia, delivering a mixed-genre, lineup that includes Ratsalad, Amberdown, Kimura, Ammify, Beth Chia, SevenHurtz, Black Kanyon, The Subject Zero, Applebite, Tarot (Led Zeppelin tribute), The Frauds, Tears of Venom, The Decapitated Chooks and Mustard.

Ministry of Sound’s revered warehouse series TESTAMENT returns in July with its biggest edition to date. Running from the 17th –26th of July, TESTAMENT 2026 will take place over 11 nights across 7 cities, delivering specially curated 90’s and 00’s sessions that celebrate the golden era of club music & culture.

Live music global force Live Nation has announced Next On, a brand-new initiative created to support emerging talent at a critical stage of their careers. Next On will give developing artists access to iconic Live Nation stages, full production and marketing support, and the rare chance to keep 100% of ticket and merchandise revenue.

Lime Cordiale, Chugg Music and triple j have announced the launch of a brand-new music festival that is placing green initiatives at the heart of the live music experience. Lime Green will take place in Adelaide on the 18th of April at Point Malcolm Reserve, with a roster that will feature Lime Cordiale, The Dreggs, aleksiah, PASH, plus a triple j Unearthed winner, alongside additional emerging artists selected through community and local partnerships.

Returning bigger than ever, Here Comes The Sun is launching its most ambitious chapter yet, with a new partnership with the World Surf League. Here Comes The Sun will expand to three location and will boast a lineup that includes Lime Cordiale, The Jungle Giants, Young Franco, Sycco, Eliza & The Delusionals and Mariae Cassandra, with more names still to be announced.