A FESTIVAL OF LIGHT + SOUND
1 STREET. 10 VENUES. 40+ ARTISTS.
Port Kembla Festival is an annual event hosted by music venues, laneways, barbershops, gardens & much more along on Wentworth St, Port Kembla. Each festival space is curated to provide a new and unique experience to explore. An all day, all night gig-crawl.
The festival presents an exciting range of music from around Australia — set alongside markets, workshops and light installations in unexpected urban settings. The 2025 festival is held on April 12th and proudly produced by Holy Pavlova.
Port Kembla Festival is FREE to attend with an RSVP, with thanks to our major supporters Revive Live and Destination NSW; and sponsors Wollongong City Council, Dharawal Distilling Co, Port Kembla Chamber of Commerce & Principle Brewing.
ART, MUSIC, VENUES
A SMORGASBORD FOR THE SENSES
We’re excited to present the venue and artist lineup for Port Kembla Festival 2025. Each year has seen venues overflow and lines spilling into the streets, so we’ve added a few to the books. Our official hosts are Military Lane (Dharawal Lane Dance Stage), The Servo, The Iron Yampi, The Bank Space, The Future Artefacts, The Shave Cave, The Wentworth, Port Beirut (Yakka’s Psychedalic Garage) and The Panthaway. There are also surprise activations, ‘unofficial’ stages and pop-up vendors running activations up and down the street. Go for a walk, see what you find, it’s all part of the experience.
Your lineup and guide to all things music is below, dive in!
RSVP INFO
FREE ENTRY
RSVP is required for 18+ attendees, under 18's don't need to register. Please note that although the festival is all ages, access for minors is granted on a venue by venue basis.
RSVP does not guarantee entry once individual venues reach capacity and in this case, please enjoy music at another venue or the light exhibitions!
LOW SENSORY STAGE
Discovery is part of the journey. We don’t detail all the stages online, because it would detract from this experience. However, it’s worth highlighting our new LOW SENSORY STAGE which we’ve curated with neurodiverse patrons in mind.
Hosted at The Panthaway Yoga Studio, this space will provide a calm and low stimulation area open for anyone who might need to regulate or take a little break, so that the festivities can be enjoyed while also catering to sensory needs.
Activities include craft, gentle music, a dedicated recharge space, and live interviews with the stars of ‘Love on the Spectrum'. Respectfully, this is not a space to take the kids so we can best facilitate an inclusive space.
FAQ’S
IS THE EVENT BYO?
No. Host venues are licensed, and they love your support!
IS THE EVENT ALL AGES?
Yes, most stages are! But the later hours can get loud for little ones. Plan accordingly.
WHAT ABOUT DOGS?
Not everywhere, but some stages are - The Servo & Iron Yampi welcome furry mates.
IS THE EVENT OUTSIDE?
Port Kembla Festival is a multi-venue festival (not a street festival) — however there is one outdoor stage hosted along Military Lane! All our other stages unique indoor spaces along Wentworth St. You’ll also find markets, DJ's and light projections hidden along the way.
WHEN DOES IT START?
Our official program kicks off at 2PM with a Welcome to Country at The Wentworth.
CAN I PLAY, OR HOST AN ACTIVITY?
The festival is fully booked, but if you’re interested in being involved in future years drop us a line. If you’re local and wanting to host some of the action, reach out to us below!