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Groovin the Moo reveals all star line up for one-off show presented by Great Southern Nights

As announced last week, the icon in Australia’s live music history that is Groovin the Moo is returning in 2026, for a special one-off show in Lismore on Saturday 9 May 2026 proudly presented by Great Southern Nights.

First established in 2005, Groovin the Moo was built on a simple but enduring idea: bring major contemporary music line ups to regional centres and place those communities at the heart of the experience. Over two decades, the festival has become deeply embedded in Australia’s cultural landscape, shaping formative live music moments for generations of fans across the country.

This special Groovin the Moo Lismore edition will feature some of the biggest artists in Australia and a special guest from overseas with;

(A-Z)
BAKER BOY
DENZEL CURRY (US)
DOPE LEMON
MAPLE’S PET DINOSAUR
MATT CORBY
NINAJIRACHI
THE CHATS
THE TERRYS
TONES AND I

And (A-Z)
ANGEL WHITE
THE COLLIFLOWERS

KATH EBBS Presents COWBOY COUNTRY
Plus the HOMEGROWN HERO WINNER

Baker Boy steps into a bold new era with his sophomore album DJANDJAY (2025) — a powerful fusion of culture, pride and self-expression that cements his status as one of Australia’s most commanding rappers.

Fierce hip hop force Denzel Curry (US) returns to Australia for Groovin the Moo, bringing his explosive live show and genre-blurring sound that spans hip hop, jazz, punk and beyond.

Dope Lemon,  the solo project of Angus Stone delivers his signature nocturnal grooves to Lismore, touring off the back of his 2025 album Golden Wolf. Northern Rivers favourite Matt Corby will bring his unmistakable voice and magnetic live presence to the stage.

Central Coast producer Ninajirachi continues her meteoric rise following her acclaimed debut I Love My Computer (2025), which earned multiple ARIA wins, the Australian Music Prize and Australian Album of the Year at the J Awards.

Global hitmaker Tones And I brings her unmistakable sound and uplifting live energy home after 18 months touring Beautifully Ordinary and collaborating with artists including David Guetta and Teddy Swims.

For something a little different Kath Ebbs will bring the wildly popular queer line dancing phenomenon, Cowboy Country and blistering rock arrives courtesy of The Terry’s, The Chats and Maple’s Pet Dinosaur.

Celebrating local Northern Rivers talent, Lismore’s The Colliflowers and 17-year-old Murwillumbah Indigenous singer-songwriter Angel White round out the lineup.

Finally, there’s the Homegrown Hero competition, where local artists are encouraged to enter and submit their music for a chance to perform. For more details, visit the Groovin The Moo website.

Staying true to its core values, Groovin the Moo Lismore will offer an all inclusive, all ages experience and some fundraising initiatives for great causes.

Information regarding camping and shuttle transportation will be provided online, with Groovin The Moo fans now able to register their interest in both camping and shuttles via the official festival sign-up form.

Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said, “I’m thrilled that Great Southern Nights will feature in the return of Groovin the Moo in Lismore. Great Southern Nights is all about creating unforgettable experiences in local communities and driving visitation across the state, so it’s fantastic to be collaborating on the return of one of Australia’s most loved regional festivals and giving people a chance to come together through the joy of live music. Events like this showcase the strength of our regional offering and reinforce NSW as the nation’s home of world-class visitor experiences right across our state.”

ARIA Chief Executive Officer, Annabelle Herd celebrated the return of Groovin the Moo. “This is a genuinely special moment for Australian music. GTM has long been a rite of passage for artists and fans, and a powerful reminder of the role regional Australia plays in our live music ecosystem.”

“Its return reflects years of work rebuilding confidence and ambition in the sector and shows what sustained investment can deliver: iconic events back in the hands of fans, new opportunities for emerging artists, and lasting cultural and economic impact for regional centres like Lismore.”

GROOVIN THE MOO LISMORE 

Oakes Oval, Widjabul/Wia-bal Country

9 May 2026

11AM to 10PM

Licenced/All Ages

TICKETS

General Admission from $129 + BF

Cream Of The Crop VIP from $199 + BF

Under 12 free when accompanied by a ticket-holding parent or guardian

Ages 12–17 $99.90 + BF when accompanied by a ticket-holding parent or guardian

MobTix for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Affordability tickets for select Concession

Card holders available to request $99.90 + BF

GREAT SOUTHERN NIGHTS 2026 PROGRAM 

Announced at the start of February, Great Southern Nights is returning for 2026 with a huge line up and new initiatives, like Live Fest in Dubbo and Tamworth, along with proudly presenting Groovin the Moo.

Get to know your Great Southern Nights 2026 line up, featuring in alphabetical order;

3% | AMBER LAWRENCE | AUGIE MARCH

BAKER BOY | BALL PARK MUSIC | BEDDY RAYS

BLISS N ESO | BOY SODA | CLOUD CONTROL

DUNE RATS | ELECTRIC FIELDS | EMMA DONOVAN

GENESIS OWUSU |  GOLDEN FEATURES | GORDI

HANNAH JOY (Middle Kids) | HATCHIE

HELLIONS | JACK RIVER | JAGUAR JONZE

JAMES REYNE | JESS HITCHCOCK | JESSICA MAUBOY

JET | JK-47 | JON STEVENS | KAH-LO (Nigeria)

KASEY CHAMBERS | KELI HOLIDAY

KITA ALEXANDER | KLP

LARISSA LAMBERT | LIME CORDIALE | LISA SIMONE (USA) 

MADDY JANE | MAY-A | MEG MAC | MEMPHIS LK

MISSY HIGGINS | PANIA | PAUL KELLY | PEKING DUK

PETE MURRAY | PLAYLUNCH

REGURGITATOR | SARA BERKI 

 SHANE HOWARD + SHANE NICHOLSON + SARA STORER

SONS OF THE EAST | STEPH STRINGS

THE CAT EMPIRE | THE CRUEL SEA | THE GROGANS

THE JUNGLE GIANTS | THE LIVING END 

THE TERRYS | THE VANNS  | THE WHITLAMS (Orchestral)

THELMA PLUM | THEM & I | THUNDERCAT (USA) | TRIALS

VV PETE | WAAX | WHAT SO NOT

WILSN | YOUNG FRANCO 

And more to be announced! 

The diverse line up of artists coupled with the best live music venues across the state create the perfect occasion for visitors to turn a gig into an unforgettable weekend across Greater Sydney and NSW, exploring the state’s glittering coastline, thriving regional towns and stunning natural landscapes