Australia's favourite indie festival celebrates its 21st birthday with a move to the Gold Coast, plus Chappell Roan, Wolf Alice, PinkPantheress and Wet Leg across six cities.
Laneway Festival is turning 21, and like any proper coming-of-age celebration, there are big changes afoot. The beloved indie festival is celebrating with its strongest lineup in years and a shake-up to its traditional route.
Gold Coast Debut
For the first time in over a decade, Laneway is leaving Brisbane behind – relocating to Southport Sharks on the Gold Coast. With Brisbane preparing for major renovations ahead of the 2032 Olympics, organisers saw the perfect opportunity for a sea change. New venue, new energy.
The Lineup
The 2026 bill is absolutely stacked with the artists defining modern alternative music:
Headliners
- Chappell Roan – The midwest princess taking over the world
- Wolf Alice – Mercury Prize winners return (NZ exclusive)
- PinkPantheress – Hyperpop sensation
- Wet Leg – British indie rock's sharpest duo
Must-See Acts
- Alex G – Indie rock's prolific cult hero
- Lucy Dacus – Boygenius member solo
- BENEE – Kiwi pop star
- Cavetown – Bedroom pop icon
- The Dare – NYC's sleaziest new export
- Yung Lean & Bladee – Swedish cloud rap legends
Local Legends
Homegrown talent includes Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, Shady Nasty, The Belair Lip Bombs, and Armlock.
2026 Dates
- Auckland: Thursday 5 Feb – Western Springs
- Gold Coast: Saturday 7 Feb – Southport Sharks
- Sydney: Sunday 8 Feb – Centennial Park (SOLD OUT)
- Melbourne: Friday 13 Feb – Flemington Park (SOLD OUT)
- Adelaide: Saturday 14 Feb – Adelaide Showgrounds
- Perth: Sunday 15 Feb – Arena Joondalup
Ticket Alert
Sydney and Melbourne have officially sold out, though surprise final releases have been known to happen. Adelaide, Perth, Gold Coast and Auckland still have availability – for now.
21 years of discovering your new favourite band. Here's to 21 more.