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Out 2 Lunch Festival 2026 Is Going National With Four New Cities Added To The Tour

19th Feb 2026
Written by: Elizabeth McDonald

Australia’s wildest daytime dance party is going national. What started as a Gold Coast favourite has officially expanded into an Australia-wide tour for 2026. With headliner FISHER leading a stacked lineup across four major cities, Out 2 Lunch is shaping up as the festival everyone will be talking about this Autumn.

What Is The Out 2 Lunch Festival?

Out 2 Lunch Festival started as a beachside celebration of electronic music on the Gold Coast and quickly became one of the country’s most talked-about events. Out 2 Lunch combines world-class DJs, beach and park venues, sun-soaked afternoons and an infectious party atmosphere.

After sold-out seasons and massive crowds in 2024 and 2025, organisers have answered the demand by taking the party nationwide in 2026 – transforming open-air spaces in four cities into daytime dance playgrounds.

Out 2 Lunch Festival

Who Is FISHER?

Born Paul Fisher and raised on the Gold Coast, FISHER is one of Australia’s most electrifying DJ exports. Known globally for his chart-topping house hits like Losing It and You Little Beauty, he’s become a festival kingpin with sell-out shows around the world – and a reputation for turning daytime party vibes up to eleven.

His signature blend of house and techno has landed him international acclaim, while his personality keeps Out 2 Lunch feeling uniquely Australian: chaotic, euphoric and community-driven.

Paul FisherImage Credit: Follow The Fish | Facebook

Who’s on the Out 2 Lunch Festival Lineup in 2026?

The Out 2 Lunch Festival 2026 national tour boasts a big-room, sun-soaked bill filled with both international heavyweights and local Aussie selectors. Headlining the tour is Australia’s own dance-music export FISHER, joined by a brilliant roster of talent including:

Headliners And Main Stage Acts

  • FISHER
  • Gorgon City
  • Skream
  • Sarah Story
  • Azzecca
  • Little Fritter
  • Juicy Romance
  • Twoface
  • Richy Penny
  • Greg 99
  • Shimmy …and more acts to be announced.

Where The Tour Is Heading

Out 2 Lunch is hitting four Australian cities in May 2026.

Melbourne

Flemington Racecourse – Saturday, May 2, 2026

Gold Coast

Doug Jennings Park – Sunday, May 3, 2026

Sydney

Sydney International Regatta Centre – Saturday, May 9, 2026

Perth

Wellington Square – Sunday, May 10, 2026

Each venue will be transformed into a vibrant party space with DJ stages, daytime crowds and FISHER-style energy from afternoon into sunset.

Where To Buy Tickets

Tickets for the Out 2 Lunch Festival 2026 go on general sale from 12pm local time on Wednesday, 25 February 2026. Before that, there are a few presale windows:
  • Vodafone Customer Presale: Fri 20 Feb – Mon 23 Feb (local time)
  • Fan Presale: Tue 24 Feb – Wed 25 Feb (local time)

First release tickets start at around $189.90, with VIP upgrades and package options like The Ultimate Lunch Club and Fisher Fast Pass available too.

You can also choose interest-free payment options with Afterpay for added flexibility.

Get your tickets here.

Tips For Festival-Goers

  • The festival is an 18+ event – bring valid ID.
  • Arrive early – gates usually open from mid-afternoon.
  • Public transport and rideshares are recommended for most venues.
  • Take your partying seriously. Wear sunscreen, and keep an eye out for pill testing facilities.

Main image credit: Out 2 Lunch | Jack Clemens