LOUD WOMEN Fest expands to three Australian cities for 2026

LOUD WOMEN Fest Australia is expanding its footprint for its third year, scheduled for November 2026. The trans-inclusive, intersectional feminist festival will visit three cities: Gadigal/Sydney, Naarm/Melbourne, and Meanjin/Brisbane.

The festival features 23 bands from Australia and the UK, spanning genres such as punk, post-punk, hardcore, and grunge. The Australian dates serve as the final stops of an international tour spanning five countries and four continents.

To maintain local relevance, the festival organizers are collaborating with local musicians and organizers in each city to curate distinct lineups rather than using a single touring bill. The expansion to Brisbane marks the first time the festival will hold an event in that city.