Music applications are now open for Tanglewood Festival

The arts and music festival on Taungurung country returns for a massive New Years celebration.

Are you a DJ, band, solo act, live act or producer looking for playing plans this New Years period? Tanglewood Festival is calling your name!

The favourite music and arts festival in Thornton Vic are seeking artists to soundtrack their 2026/27 edition from 30 December 2026 through 2 January 2027 with applications now open.

Tanglewood Festival

Applications: Now open for 8 weeks

Event dates: 30 December 2026 – 2 January 2027

Where: Thornton Victoria

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As a staple to the live music and festival calendar for the New Year, Tanglewood Festival is known for its eclectic mix of artists, performers and DJ’s that take to the stage and ground across the holiday period. As a family friendly festival that enforces a strict no dickhead policy every year, the Lake Eildon gathering is always a joyous event.

There’s opportunity for the sun-soaked afternoon tunes, to late-night raves, acoustic storytellers, live band energy, and everything in between. Emerging artists and established acts are all encouraged to put their hat in the ring.

Applications are now open, running for eight weeks. It’s a super simple process – simply share your tunes vibe the link below and some details about your act and you’ll be considered.

Head here to find out more about Tanglewood Festival and to apply for this awesome live performance opportunity.