Punt Fest II is built as an annual celebration of the Brunswick Street venue, a corner pub and live music room that hosts free gigs, DJ sets, comedy and sport screenings on a walk-in basis.

Punt Fest II

• 29 August
• Punters Club, Fitzroy
• Free entry

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Cosmic Psychos top the bill. The Melbourne punk band has been running since the early 80s, and its loud, three-chord attack has picked up admirers well beyond Australia. Alongside them is Exek, the post-punk project fronted by Albert Wolski, known for a dub-inflected, effects-heavy sound.

Also on the roster are Georgia Knight, who builds atmospheric folk and trip-hop around the autoharp, and Soju Gang, a Melbourne DJ and designer with a genre-hopping approach behind the decks. Essendon Airport, the long-running experimental group first formed in the city back in 1978, round out the marquee names.

The Rookies, Wrong Way Up and Lothario fill out the live side, with DJ sets from Sweetie & Friends featuring DJ Friday, Greg Sher, Lady Love Potion, Larry Quicksticks and Steely Ann. More acts are still to be announced, and there’s no ticket to buy. Entry is walk-in, all day.

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Lineup:
Evana De Lune
Zelia Rose
Gina Stirling
Ruby Slippers
Milo Hartill
Brooke Bird
Nellie Noble
Valeria Cuenu

Evana is a powerhouse of the Australian scene, known for sold-out tours, jaw-dropping curation, and nurturing the next generation through her workshop programs and EDL Studios. This hand-picked cast delivers showgirl excellence with attitude – from classic tease to boundary-pushing neo burlesque.

A sparkling celebration of femininity, fantasy, and empowerment. Whether you’re a die-hard burlesque fan or brand new to the art of tease… get ready to be seduced.

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LINEUP: A-Z

ADRIANA & O HONEY

ANDRAS & MOOPIE

BABYCINO

CONDESA ELECTRONICS x HIGH NOTE x ECHO BEACH

DARCY JUSTICE & EMELYNE

D-GRADE

DITA (idn)

DREEMAS – JONO MA & DREEMS (LIVE)

EIJI TANIGUCHI (jpn)

JACK J (LIVE – can)

MEDHI EL AQUIL

MIDLAND (uk)

LAUREN HANSOM

SELENA

UMUT

We live, work and play on land that was forcibly taken from Aboriginal people. There has been no Treaty with the First Nations of this place and the effects of colonisation continue to this day. We would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, on whose land this event will take place. We pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging and recognise that sovereignty has never been ceded. Free tickets available for First Nations guests on request.

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Known simply as “h”, Steve has been the lyricist and lead singer of Marillion for more than 37 years, helping shape one of progressive rock’s most celebrated catalogues. Before Marillion, he was a founding member of The Europeans and How We Live, while also collaborating with artists including The The, Julian Cope, Richard Barbieri and Trevor Horn.

Born in Kendal in England’s Lake District and raised in Doncaster, Steve now lives in Oxfordshire, just around the corner from Marillion’s studio, The Racket Club.

After more than four decades performing around the world, this long-awaited Australian debut marks a landmark moment for fans.

“My desire to play in Australia has been constant for years but sadly, Marillion never found a way to come and break even, so I thought I’d better come on my own.”

Unlike a traditional concert, H Natural has no set list. Every performance is created in the moment, with songs, stories and conversations shaped by the audience, ensuring that no two shows are ever the same.

“The show will go where the audience and I take it. We’ll just feel for it. For me, that’s pretty scary, but it’s always worth the nerves.”

Throughout the evening, Steve shares stories from his remarkable career, reads from his diaries, reflects on the people and experiences that have shaped him, and performs stripped-back versions of Marillion favourites, solo material, and songs that have inspired him by artists as diverse as Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Rufus Wainwright, Kraftwerk, ABBA and Kate Bush.

With two Melbourne performances on consecutive nights, fans have the rare opportunity to experience H Natural more than once. Because every show is shaped by the audience and the moment, no two performances are ever the same. Different songs, different stories and different moments make each night a completely unique experience.

Honest, spontaneous and deeply personal, H Natural offers a rare opportunity to experience one of progressive rock’s most distinctive voices up close.

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Known simply as “h”, Steve has been the lyricist and lead singer of Marillion for more than 37 years, helping shape one of progressive rock’s most celebrated catalogues. Before Marillion, he was a founding member of The Europeans and How We Live, while also collaborating with artists including The The, Julian Cope, Richard Barbieri and Trevor Horn.

Born in Kendal in England’s Lake District and raised in Doncaster, Steve now lives in Oxfordshire, just around the corner from Marillion’s studio, The Racket Club.

After more than four decades performing around the world, this long-awaited Australian debut marks a landmark moment for fans.

“My desire to play in Australia has been constant for years but sadly, Marillion never found a way to come and break even, so I thought I’d better come on my own.”

Unlike a traditional concert, H Natural has no set list. Every performance is created in the moment, with songs, stories and conversations shaped by the audience, ensuring that no two shows are ever the same.

“The show will go where the audience and I take it. We’ll just feel for it. For me, that’s pretty scary, but it’s always worth the nerves.”

Throughout the evening, Steve shares stories from his remarkable career, reads from his diaries, reflects on the people and experiences that have shaped him, and performs stripped-back versions of Marillion favourites, solo material, and songs that have inspired him by artists as diverse as Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Rufus Wainwright, Kraftwerk, ABBA and Kate Bush.

With two Melbourne performances on consecutive nights, fans have the rare opportunity to experience H Natural more than once. Because every show is shaped by the audience and the moment, no two performances are ever the same. Different songs, different stories and different moments make each night a completely unique experience.

Honest, spontaneous and deeply personal, H Natural offers a rare opportunity to experience one of progressive rock’s most distinctive voices up close.

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The multi-day festival sold out its landmark 10th anniversary edition in under an hour last time round, and now Beyond The Valley is kicking off a whole new decade on the Barunah Plains.

Presented by Untitled Group and triple j, the festival has become one of the country’s most iconic summer traditions, pulling tens of thousands of music lovers in from across Australia and further afield for a few days of music, community and general chaos.

To launch the new era, the team has dropped a campaign called Fortune Favours The Curious, dropping fans into a fictional world known as the B. TV Network. At the centre of it is Beyond The Briefcase, an online game show pulling inspiration from Deal or No Deal and Family Feud, where two teams battle it out for a coveted BTV briefcase.

A snippet of Dutch artist KI/KI’s track “What’s a Girl to Do in ’25” plays over the final frames as the first taste of what’s to come, and fans can sign up now for presale access and a shot at playing the game themselves.

Beyond The Valley

• 28 December, 2026 – 1 January, 2027
• Barunah Plains, Wadawurrung and Eastern Maar Country, VIC
• Festival Entry Tickets available in four-day, three-day, two-day, NYE-only and single day options
• Presale sign-up now open, with lineup and ticket timings to be announced soon

Check out our gig guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.

 

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The festival’s three main stages are all returning, with the Valley Stage set for its biggest lineup yet, spanning huge headliners through to breakthrough acts.

The Dance Dome stays on as a BTV cultural staple, while Dr Dan’s continues to mix headline sets, homegrown talent and a few surprises nobody sees coming.

There’s plenty of new territory to explore across the site too. The Woods, a brand-new hidden camping area, joins the map for the first time, Bunnings makes its now-expected return, and Salomon is expanding its Run Club with Base Camp, a fresh hub for recovery between big nights.

Old favourites are sticking around as well. The Lounge Room brings workshops, chats and The Daily Aus’s podcast programming to Main Street, POOF DOOF returns with Cirque Du Slay, and the Palms Pool House and The Sanctuary offer a spot to cool off and reset.

Jack Daniel’s House Party, Red Bull Unforeseen and Smirnoff Schmall Klub are all back too, each promising a new twist. The members-only Valley Club returns between the Valley Stage and Dance Dome, with a beauty bar, cabanas, badminton and its own DJ sets.

Accommodation spans General and Premium camping, Pre-Pitched tents and Lux Camp packages, while a new all-in-one ARRIVAL travel package covers a pre-party night, transport, camping and Valley Club access starting from Melbourne. Off-site options through Geelong and Ballarat hotels are also available with daily transfers.

Beyond The Valley has previously hosted Tyler, The Creator, Peggy Gou, Central Cee, RÜFÜS DU SOL, FISHER, Nelly Furtado, Dom Dolla, Ice Spice, KAYTRANADA, Turnstile, Kid Cudi and Addison Rae, and its 11th year is shaping up to be its biggest yet.

For more information, head here.

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