Strummingbird Festival 2026 | Ballarat, October 10
- Publish date
- Monday, 29 Jun 2026, 12:00AM
Strummingbird is saddling up and heading back to Australia in 2026, bringing a huge mix of country, Americana, and genre-blending stars to Ballarat for one unforgettable day.
Taking over Victoria Park on Saturday, October 10, this all-day festival delivers big-name headliners, rising stars, and a full country experience beyond the music.
Sam Barber has just been added to the Ballarat lineup, joining:
Bailey Zimmerman
Cooper Alan
Stella Lefty
Dexter & the Moonrocks
Brad Cox
Cam
Cigarettes @ Sunset
Kaitlin Butts
Noah Rinker
Sons Of The East
Briana Dinsdale
Mack Geiger
Max Jackson
Sara Berki
Willie Pake
Tyler Childers has been added to the Newcastle & Sunshine Coast shows, and James Johnson will be at all three Strummingbird shows!
Ballarat: Lewis Love
Newcastle: Loren Ryan
Sunshine Coast: Sammy White
Strummingbird's not just about the lineup, it’s a full-blown country festival experience! You can also get amongst line dancing, drinks at the Silver Spur Saloon and country inspired stalls and pop ups!
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