Australia’s Bluesfest 2026 Is Canceled, Appoints Liquidator
By Lars Brandle
Published on March 13, 2026.
Australia's largest music festival, Bluesfest 2026, has been cancelled due to rising costs and slow ticket sales. The festival had previously announced a lineup including Split Enz, Parkway Drive, Sublime; Earth, Wind & Fire. A liquidator has been appointed to manage all financial matters, including vendor and partner obligations. The cancellation comes after a period of difficult times for the festival, with previous editions ending in 2021 and 2022 respectively. Tickets sold out before the 2026 show was announced. The event is set to take place on April 2-5 at the Byron Events Farm near Byron Bay, NSW.
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