Great Southern Nights is bringing more world class live music to regional communities across NSW. A touchstone of Australia’s festival culture, Groovin The Moo returns in 2026 for a one-off show on Saturday 9 May in Lismore, delivering an unforgettable day of music in the heart of the Northern Rivers.
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.
The 2026 Lismore event marks a deliberate and considered return for the festival, presented as a single-show format marking the first step of a long-term sustainable model for Australia’s most loved regional touring festival. Starting with a single stage and single day show allows the festival to rebuild with care, while staying true to its regional foundations.
Lismore was selected as the host city for its enduring creative identity and cultural significance in the heart of the Northern Rivers, as well as the challenges the region has faced in recent years. The event is designed not only to deliver a major live music moment, but to contribute meaningfully to the local economy and community.
As part of this commitment, Groovin The Moo will partner with Our Kids as Official Charity Partner, donating $2 from every ticket sold.
Groovin The Moo Lismore will take place at Oakes Oval, Widjabul/Wia-bal Country, from 11am to 10pm and will be an all-ages event. The artist line-up and on sale will be announced in the coming weeks.
Groovin The Moo Lismore
Oakes Oval, Widjabul/Wia-bal Country
9 May 2026, 11am to 10pm
All ages
General Admission from $125 + BF
Cream Of The Crop VIP $190 + BF
Mini Moo’s (Under 12) free when accompanied by a ticket-holding parent or guardian
Ages 12–17 $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 $90 + BF
Lismore Locals will have exclusive access to the ‘Homegrown Groovers’ presale, simply check ‘I’m a Lismore Local’ in the presale sign up form.
TICKETS ON SALE SOON
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