Mullumbimby, a town known for its abundance of artists and creatives with a passion for what drives them, is set to host the much-anticipated Laneways Festival 2024 on May 4 and 5.
Following the resounding success of the inaugural ‘Blue on Burringbar’ event in 2023, which aimed to aid the community’s healing process after the devastating floods, this year’s festival promises an even more immersive experience celebrating arts, music, and community spirit.
This year’s festival will take place over two days and will feature a free Sunday twilight event on May 5.
Burringbar Street and its laneways will be transformed into a haven of creativity, offering an eclectic mix of music, dance, theatre, art, food, and fun.
Headlining the Sunday festivities is a line-up that is sure to appeal to audiences of all ages. Whether you are three or 103 years old, Bunny Racket will be hard to resist as they serve up their wonderfully unique brand of punk rock. The Lovies will follow with their divine harmonies and sensational style. Then, to close the festival, ten-piece party band Soul’d will have everyone up and dancing as they take to the stage with their eclectic mix of classic soul, rock and blues.
Throughout the festival, attendees will be treated to roving entertainment by The Cassettes and Spaghetti Circus, while the laneways will host activities such as face-painting for the kids and decadent life drawing, guided by the always cheeky Hot Mess, for the grown-ups.
On Saturday May 4, a fundraiser will take place in the shape of a progressive dinner party. Funds from this night will fund the free event on Sunday. Starting at the Rock and Roll Coffee Company for canapes and drinks with George Washingmachine and Ian Date, then a move to the Courthouse Hotel for a Mexican fiesta and music by Felicity Lawless and MsEleneous. Then the night culminates with a dance party hosted by the Versace Boys and their seven-piece band at the Ex-Services Club.
Tickets for Saturday’s events and information about Sunday’s free festivities can be found at www.kaleidomullumbimby.org.au
