Mega Festivals in Australia & New Zealand

Blues on Broadbeach is one of Australia's largest non-ticketed music festivals, held annually in Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland, offering four days and nights of live rhythm and blues music across multiple indoor and outdoor stages. The festival features a wide array of international and homegrown artists, transforming the beachside precinct into a vibrant celebration for music lovers and fostering strong community ties.

The WA Day Festival is a free, two-day metropolitan festival held in Perth, Western Australia, celebrating the state's people, culture, and shared identity. It features a diverse program of live music from local artists, family-friendly entertainment including carnival rides, drone shows, fireworks, and a variety of food and cultural experiences.

Cooly Rocks On is Australia's largest nostalgia festival, held annually in Coolangatta, Queensland, celebrating the motors, music, and lifestyle of yesteryear. It features a massive Show 'N' Shine display of classic cars, live rock 'n' roll and rockabilly music, an official Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, a Pin-up Pageant, and Nostalgia Markets.

The Melbourne International Jazz Festival is an annual ten-day event held in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, showcasing a diverse range of local and international jazz artists across numerous venues. The festival features over 130 performances, including commissioned new works and world premieres, with a commitment to offering free or low-cost programming to ensure accessibility.

Groundwater Country Music Festival is a free, three-day event held in Broadbeach, Queensland, Australia, transforming the streets and parks into a country music haven with a unique Gold Coast beachside twist. It showcases an impressive lineup of Australian and international country stars across multiple stages, offering diverse genres and activities like beachside line dancing.

Adl 500 - Bands on Track is a music festival held in Adelaide, South Australia, as part of the larger Adelaide 500 motor racing event. It is distinctive for showcasing local contemporary South Australian musicians who perform alongside international headliners.

Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park is a free annual Christmas concert held in Auckland Domain. It is considered New Zealand's largest free annual Christmas celebration, showcasing local performers and featuring a fireworks display.

Dreamstate Melbourne is Australia's premier trance experience, a global symbol of pure trance culture held at Flemington Racecourse. The festival unites dreamers to celebrate euphoric melodies and driving rhythms, featuring a world-class roster of international and Australian trance and techno artists across two stages, with cutting-edge production and immersive visual storytelling.

The St Kilda Festival is Australia’s largest free community celebration, held annually in February along the iconic Melbourne foreshore to showcase local music and art. This multi-day event attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors for live performances, street markets, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant seaside setting.

Mordialloc Food, Wine & Music Festival ("Mordi Fest") is an annual, family-friendly celebration held on Mordialloc's foreshore in Victoria, Australia, known for its vibrant local culture, gourmet food, wine, and diverse music offerings. The festival features non-stop live music across multiple stages, chef demonstrations, and a wide array of food and drink vendors, attracting a large crowd for a multi-day experience.