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Hypersonic Festival has officially revealed its full 2026 lineup, and it is shaping up to be a landmark moment for Australian electronic music. Presented by Symbiotic and Hardware, the second-ever edition of the festival will span two massive outdoor events across Melbourne Showground on Friday, 20th November, 2026, and Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney on Saturday, 21st November, 2026, with MC Stretch, the legendary voice of Tomorrowland and Stereosonic, stepping in as host across both dates.

Headlining the 2026 edition is none other than trance icon Armin van Buuren, one of electronic music's most enduring and beloved performers, whose euphoric mainstage sets have captivated global audiences for decades. Joining him is Dutch powerhouse duo W&W, known for explosive high-energy performances and festival-defining anthems, alongside genre-spanning act Showtek, whose hard-hitting EDM and electro-house legacy stretches back to the early 2000s. Rounding out the top billing are Australian trumpet-wielding showman Timmy Trumpet and celebrated liquid drum and bass duo Hybrid Minds, bringing emotional depth and melodic power to the bill.

Spanning EDM, trance, techno, drum and bass, dubstep, hardstyle, tech-house and dance pop across multiple stages, Hypersonic 2026 promises next-level production, immersive environments and a carefully curated experience that spans everything from euphoric mainstage moments to deeper underground sounds. Organisers have described this as the most ambitious chapter in the festival's short but already impressive history.

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Tickets are expected to move fast, with presale registration already open ahead of the presale going live at 12pm AEST on Tuesday, 25th August, 2026, and general public tickets following at 12pm AEST on Wednesday, 26th August, 2026. With a world-class lineup, two iconic outdoor venues and a multi-genre program built for dance music lovers of every stripe, Hypersonic 2026 is firmly one of the must-attend events on Australia's summer festival calendar.

Armin van Buuren Headlines Hypersonic Festival 2026

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Armin van Buuren, W&W and Timmy Trumpet Confirmed for Hypersonic Festival's Massive 2026 Edition.

Sydney's electronic music calendar is getting a thrilling new addition, with Casablanca Events officially announcing Electric Nation Festival's Halloween Edition, set to take over Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour on Friday, 30th October, 2026. The open air waterfront event promises a sunset to midnight experience in one of the city's most visually stunning locations, blending world class music with Sydney Harbour views and a vibrant Halloween atmosphere.

The lineup is a compelling mix of international names and local favourites, headlined by Topic alongside Bag Raiders, Yolanda Be Cool, KLP and Raffa FL. Spanning house, indie dance, Latin house and global grooves, the bill reflects Electric Nation's broad sonic vision and its commitment to bringing diverse, high quality electronic music to Sydney audiences in an outdoor festival setting.

Tickets are already on sale and moving quickly, with the event having progressed to its second release, signalling strong early demand from music lovers across the city. For anyone considering attending this Halloween celebration on Sydney's waterfront, acting sooner rather than later is strongly advised before remaining tickets are gone.

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Electric Nation Festival is shaping up to be a genuinely unique event on the 2026 Australian festival circuit, combining golden hour ambience, harbour city energy and a carefully curated electronic music experience. Whether you're drawn by the headline acts, the iconic Darling Harbour backdrop or simply the promise of a memorable Halloween night out, this is one Sydney event that deserves a spot on your calendar.

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Topic, Bag Raiders, Yolanda Be Cool, KLP and Raffa FL are all confirmed to perform across a sunset to midnight session on 30th October, 2026.

Rhythm and Alps has unveiled its full lineup for 2026, and it is shaping up to be the New Zealand festival's most exciting edition yet. Marking 16 years since its inception, the Cardrona Valley event returns to Wānaka across 30th–31st December, 2026, this time in a refreshed two-day format designed to deliver what organisers are calling "its biggest New Year's celebration yet." Headlining the bill are drum and bass powerhouse Dimension, Grey Lynn pop superstar BENEE, beloved Kiwi acts Fat Freddy's Drop and Shapeshifter, and rising producer MPH.

Rounding out the upper tier of the lineup are Belters Only, Flava D, Flowidus, Lee Mvtthews, and Wax Mustang, while local favourites Borderline and NO CIGAR represent the homegrown pop-rock and indie rock scenes respectively. The full bill also includes Fat Papi, Charli Brix, Ely Oaks, [IVY], Bari, Chris Keene, Deep Notion, and dozens more acts across the two days, with further names still to be announced. It is a lineup that balances international firepower with strong New Zealand talent throughout every tier.

Tickets are currently on sale, with fans able to choose between a full festival pass covering both days or a single-day ticket for either 30th or 31st December. That flexibility is a welcome addition for those looking to experience just one night of the New Year's celebrations in the Southern Alps. Rhythm and Alps 2025 drew large crowds to see acts including Rudimental, The Black Seeds, and Chaos in the CBD, following a 2024 edition featuring Lime Cordiale, Montell2099, and DJ Aroha.

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With Dimension and BENEE topping the bill and a deep supporting cast spanning drum and bass, indie, pop, and electronic music, Rhythm and Alps 2026 looks set to send New Zealand into the new year in serious style. Festival-goers chasing a stunning alpine backdrop, world-class sound, and a strong local identity will want to secure their tickets soon before the Wānaka celebration sells out.

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Rhythm and Alps 2026 Lineup Announced: Dimension, BENEE, Fat Freddy's Drop and More to Play Wānaka NYE Festival.

Australian electronic music festival Hypersonic has officially announced its 2026 return, and it's shaping up to be the biggest edition yet. Taking place across two massive events, the festival will kick off on Friday, 20th November, 2026 at Melbourne Showgrounds, before heading to Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney on Saturday, 21st November, 2026. Notably, the Sydney event marks a significant milestone for the festival as it moves to a fully outdoor format, a move the organisers say was driven directly by fan feedback.

Both events will feature three distinct stages catering to a wide spectrum of electronic music. The main Hypersonic Stage promises a state-of-the-art production setup complete with time-coded fireworks and an upgraded sound system, delivering EDM anthems and hands-in-the-air moments throughout the day. The Hyperave Stage is designed for those chasing pure rave energy, packing heavy kicks, distorted basslines, pyrotechnics, CO2 cannons, and an immersive lighting rig into one relentless experience. For fans of more underground sounds, the Hyperspace Stage offers a sanctuary of deeper grooves, progressive house, and melodic techno.

The 2026 lineup has been described by organisers as the most stacked in Hypersonic's short but impressive history, spanning EDM, trance, techno, and hardstyle across all three stages. Ticket presale opens on Tuesday, 25th August, 2026 at 12pm, with general sale following on Wednesday, 26th August, 2026 at 12pm.

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Having established itself as a rising force in Australia's dance music calendar since launching in 2025, Hypersonic is clearly setting its sights on becoming a staple summer event for electronic music fans across the country. With two major cities, three stages, and outdoor settings locked in for November, this is one to mark on the calendar early and secure tickets for as soon as presale opens.

Hypersonic 2026 Dates Confirmed for Melbourne and Sydney

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Hypersonic will take over Melbourne Showgrounds on 20th November and Royal Randwick Racecourse in Sydney on 21st November, 2026.

The Meredith Music Festival has unveiled its 2026 lineup, and it is shaping up to be one of the most eclectic editions yet of Australia's beloved annual gathering. Returning to the iconic Meredith Supernatural Amphitheatre in Meredith, Victoria across the 11th–13th December, 2026, the festival's 34th instalment brings together a remarkable spread of local and international talent spanning indie, electronic, punk, jazz, and experimental sounds.

Headlining the bill are Melbourne post-punk veterans Eddy Current Suppression Ring alongside acclaimed American artist Dijon, with further highlights including Hiatus Kaiyote, The Dandy Warhols, Show Me the Body, Suzanne Ciani, Killing Heidi, Fat Dog, and DJ Seinfeld. Rounding out the diverse card are Fcukers, Underscores, Tara Clerkin Trio, Spike Fuck, Ella Thompson, Docker River Band, Marcellus Pittman, Hana Stretton, Twisted Teens, Blue Communications, Miles Nautu, Sophia Stel, Jorg Kuning, Yikes, D Train and Mondo Freaks, DJ Love, Media Puzzle, and the City of Ballarat Municipal Brass Band.

For those yet to secure a ticket, the second round of the Meredith 34 ballot is currently open and will close on Tuesday, 18th August, 2026 at 10:34pm local time. First introduced in 2007, the ballot system was designed to distribute tickets in a fair and stress-free way, and existing subscribers remain best placed to score a spot on the grass.

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Now in its fourth decade, Meredith Music Festival continues to champion its no-corporate, community-first ethos while delivering lineups that punch well above the festival's intimate scale. With such a broad and genuinely exciting roster confirmed for December, 2026 looks set to be a standout year for one of the Southern Hemisphere's most cherished live music events.

Meredith Music Festival 2026 Lineup Revealed for 34th Edition

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Meredith Music Festival 2026 Lineup Announced, Featuring Eddy Current Suppression Ring, Dijon and Hiatus Kaiyote.