It's no secret that the Australian music scene has faced some of its biggest battles over the last couple of years. From major festival cancellations and the impact of changes on Australian music lovers' disposable income, the arts and culture industry has felt it all. So, when exciting festival lineups and live music announcements like the return of Rolling Loud festival after a six year hiatus make their way Down Under, rest assured, we're all in.
Yes, you read that correctly, Rolling Loud is heading back to Australia for the first time since 2019, and if you're wanting to know how and when to purchase tickets, we have got all the information you need to ensure you don't miss out.
When do tickets for Rolling Loud Australian 2026 go on sale?
Presale tickets for Rolling Loud 2026 will be dropping at 8am (AEDT), 23 October, 2026. You can only purchase valid presale tickets through the Ticketmelon website, and tickets start from $179 + fees. The festival is also 18+, so do keep that in mind when purchasing tickets.
What are the dates of the festival?
Rolling Loud is returning to Australia in March 2026, playing two dates across Sydney and Melbourne. Both events start from 3pm.
- Sydney’s Centennial Park: 7 March 2026
- Melbourne’s Flemington Racecourse: 8 March 2026
Is there a lineup?
So far, only the headline artist has been revealed, with the festival announcing that US rapper and singer Gunna will be performing. We don't have any further details on which other artists will join him, but if we look back at the 2019 lineup, we can expect artists at the calibre of Future, Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti and major local artists like Manu Crook$.
What is Rolling Loud?
Rolling Loud Festival has quickly become more than just a music event – it’s a global movement. Born in Miami in 2015, the festival has grown into the world’s largest celebration of hip-hop, staging shows across cities from Los Angeles to Lisbon. Its lineups are stacked with rap’s biggest names alongside the artists defining its future, making each edition a snapshot of the genre in motion. But Rolling Loud is as much about culture as it is about music; it’s a convergence of fashion, energy, and community where street style, art, and sound collide. For many, it’s less a festival and more a living, breathing expression of the hip-hop world today.
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