Following a sold-out inaugural event in 2025, Mullum Roots Festival is thrilled to announce its artists for the 2026 edition, which they say promises to deliver an even bigger and better experience in Mullum.
Set across various venues in town, the festival will now incorporate an additional venue this year, offering a ‘Youth Battle of The Bands’ and more room for music lovers to gather and celebrate.
With its reputation for bringing together an eclectic mix of acts, Mullum Roots Festival has successfully carved out its place as one of the most anticipated events on the regional calendar.
Headlining will be the iconic Mental As Anything. Original members Reg Mombassa and Peter O’Doherty have reunited Mental As Anything for a 50th Anniversary Tour and Mullum Roots Festival are incredibly excited to bring them to town.
It doesn’t stop there. More artist announcements include three times ARIA winner and double-platinum-selling artist Alex Lloyd, ARIA winners Busby Marou, as well as nostalgic ‘90s favorites such as the satirical and evocative Dave Graney and Clare Moore, Marcia Howard and her brother Damien Howard, Lucie Thorne, The Go Betweens’ Lindy Morrison, country music hillbilly and outlaw Bill Chambers, and the ever-popular and, well-loved in Mullum, blues lady Jo Jo Smith.
Not to mention local icons including Kyle Lionheart, Zee Star and Hayley Grace, Women Of Country, Abbie Cardwell and the Bay Collective.
Tickets are now on sale and are extremely limited – act fast to secure your spot at this unmissable celebration of music.
Mullum Roots Festival is proudly sponsored by Stone & Wood – supporting live music and local artists in our community.
For ticket information, artist updates, and festival details, visit www.mullumrootsfest.com.
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