Thelma Plum, Queenscliff Music Festival. Image Credit: Lucinda Goodwin

Queenscliff Music Festival release early bird tickets for 2026

The Bellarine's biggest festival will roll around quickly

While the festival fever feels like is has only just settled from the mammoth 2025 which say thousands gather on the Bellarine Peninsula, Queenscliff Music Festival jump straight into the next year. Today they have officially announced the release of early bird tickets for Queenscliff Music Festival 2026. 

 Queenscliff Music Festival

When: 27 – 29 November

Where: Borough of Queenscliff

2026 Early Bird Tickets

All Prices inclusive of booking fees

3 Day Adult – $290

3 Day Accompanied Youth 14-17 – $139

Children 1-13 – $32 (sold in conjunction with an Adult ticket)

Queenscliff Music Festival Camping – $35 for 3 nights (per person), children camp free

Rent A Tent – from $460 for 3 nights

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Set to return for a weekend of music, art, and community celebrations from 27–29 November 2026 on Wadawurrung Country, the beloved festival will once again transform the historic Victorian seaside town of Queenscliff.

Just a cool 90-minute drive from Melbourne and 35km from Geelong, Queenscliff becomes a vibrant hub of live music, arts and culture, with stages, halls and forecourts activated for the huge event. Last year saw a huge lineup descend into the Borough, with standout sets from The Cat Empire, The Preatures, Thelma Plum, The Badloves, The Waifs, King Stingray, Pierce Brothers and so many more getting crowds on their feet and singing with their entire chests throughout the weekend. for 2026, organisers promise another carefully curated program spanning iconic names, emerging artists and immersive festival experiences.

Festival Director Claire Stickland says, “Queenscliff Music Festival is all about music, creativity, community and place, with the spirit of Queenscliff at its heart. Planning for 2026 is well underway and shaping up to be a huge year, with tickets now on sale.”

The 2025 festival delivered one of the most memorable editions in recent years, with packed stages, glowing summer weather and a palpable sense of connection across the three days. From the main stages to the town’s intimate venues, the event reinforced its reputation as one of Australia’s most unique and community-driven music festivals.

With accommodation in Queenscliff and surrounding areas expected to book quickly, festival organisers are encouraging audiences to secure tickets early and start planning their weekend escape.

Presale tickets sold out in record time over the last week, highlighting the high demand for this years festivities. Early release tickets are on sale now, with further program announcements to follow in the coming months. It’s all something to look forward to and will feel even better with a ticket in your name!

For all tickets and camping information for Queenscliff Music Festival 2026, head here.