What Music Festivals Are Happening in Melbourne?
If you're looking for music festivals in Melbourne in late 2026, there is a wide range of choices—from electronic and jazz to rock, folk and large multi-day festivals. Dates and programs can change, so check the event's official listing before making travel or ticket plans.
Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
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Melbourne has a busy music calendar in spring and summer 2026, with electronic festivals, jazz, indie, rock, folk and multicultural music events. Here are some upcoming options worth adding to your calendar.
🎵 Upcoming Music Festivals in Melbourne
1. Sandbox Music Festival
25 September 2026 — PICA, Port Melbourne
Sandbox brings electronic music to Melbourne with a lineup including Beauz, DJ Guestlist, Hijckd, Jovynn, Junkie Kid, Lee Ann Roberts, Mark Blair and Negitiv. The event runs from 3pm to 1am and is an 18+ event.
2. Melbourne International Jazz Festival
16–25 October 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival is a major city-wide celebration of jazz, improvisation and contemporary music, with performances across Melbourne.
3. Interstellar Groove
29 October–2 November 2026 — Rookewood
This music, art, camping and community festival is designed around dancing and live music under the stars. The 2026 program features artists including Freedom Fighters and Mark Romboy.
4. Mountaingrass Festival
13–15 November 2026 — Bright
For fans of bluegrass and old-time music, Mountaingrass combines performances with jam sessions and workshops.
5. Queenscliff Music Festival
27–29 November 2026 — Queenscliff
A short trip outside Melbourne, Queenscliff Music Festival features a varied mix of contemporary, dance, blues and folk music.
6. Good Things Festival
4 December 2026 — Flemington Racecourse
Good Things returns to Melbourne in December with a large rock-oriented festival lineup. The Melbourne edition is scheduled for Friday, 4 December at Flemington Racecourse.
7. Meredith Music Festival
11–13 December 2026 — Meredith
Held at the Meredith Supernatural Amphitheatre, this is one of Victoria's established multi-day music festivals and is known for its camping and live-music atmosphere.
8. Spilt Milk
19 December 2026 — Geelong
Spilt Milk is returning to Victoria at Kardinia Park in Geelong, with Lewis Capaldi, RAYE and Kettama among the announced headliners.
9. Beyond The Valley
28–31 December 2026 — Barunah Plains
For those looking for a large New Year's music experience, Beyond The Valley is scheduled for four days at Barunah Plains in Western Victoria.
🎶 Other Music Events to Watch
Melbourne also has numerous individual music events alongside the festivals. Upcoming listings include TOPIA Festival, Freeform Festival, African Music and Cultural Festival, LOUD WOMEN FEST and other live-music events.
For major concerts, upcoming Melbourne dates also include Post Malone at Marvel Stadium on 9 October, Tame Impala at Rod Laver Arena from 14–17 October, and Jay Chou at Marvel Stadium on 17 October 2026.
📅 Best Months for Music Festivals
Month | Events to look for |
|---|---|
September | Sandbox Festival |
October | Melbourne International Jazz Festival, Interstellar Groove |
November | Mountaingrass, Queenscliff Music Festival |
December | Good Things, Meredith, Spilt Milk, Beyond The Valley |
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