Are you ready to unleash your best dance moves and groove to some killer music this year? Well you're in luck, because we’ve lined up the festivals happening this spring, summer and beyond around Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast that’ll keep you raving all day and night long.
So, get your besties together and start planning your outfits, because these are the Queensland music festivals not to be missed this year (or next).
Juicy Fest
Get ready to act a fool on the dancefloor, because Juicy Fest is returning in 2025 with a line up that will take you straight back to the noughties. Hitting Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and finally a yet to be disclosed Queensland location (cmonnnn Brisbane), the throwback hip hop and R&B festival will feature three-time Grammy award-winning rapper Ludacris, Akon, Tyga, Keyshia Cole, SWV, Blackstreet, Fat Joe, Omarian and Jaquees, who between them are responsible for some of the biggest hits of the 90s and 00s. Tickets go on sale Thursday 2 May, and you can register to be notified when they do here.
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Groovin The Moo
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A Sunny Coast classic, Groovin The Moo is looking hot this year, with 2024's edition serving up the likes of Aussie legends Jet, DMAs, Jungle Giants, King Stingray, Alison Wonderland, San Cisco, The Rions and more. Plus international acts like GZA from Wu-Tang (USA), The Kooks (UK), Mura Masa (UK), Armani White (USA), The Beaches (Canada) and Sporty Spice herself Melanie C (UK). Scope the full lineup here.
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When: Sunday 5 May
Where: Sunshine Coast Stadium Precinct (Sportsmans Parade)
Find out more here.
Earth Frequency
Returning for its 19th consecutive year, Earth Frequency is bringing just as much electronic live music, performances, workshops, family and kids spaces, food, markets and a positive community vibe, as it always does. Plus, of course, they have the most inviting glamping and camping spots, so you don’t have to miss a thing the four-day long festival has to offer. Start planning your May long weekend plans at Earth Frequency as the festival is taking place from May 3-6, less than an hour from Brisbane. Tickets are on sale now, and are already hot, so you can get them here.
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Blues On Broadbeach
Blues artists from across the world are gathering at the Gold Coast this May and the best part? It’s completely free. The music may sound ‘blue’ and sombre, but the tones are smooth, and the vibes will get you swaying and singing your lungs out. It’s a four-day long festival, jam packed with over 20 artists in the lineup, including international stars, Melissa Etherridge, Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton. There are plenty of names to still be released, but start planning now to enjoy four days of live rhythm and blues on the Gold Coast.
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