# International music festival announcements

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-music-festival-announcements
> Updated: 2026-08-24T18:00:20.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Various music festivals in Australia, New Zealand, and Zimbabwe have announced upcoming programs and lineups.

In Australia and New Zealand, the Melbourne International Jazz Festival will feature over 550 artists across 30 venues, including genres like jazz, funk, and hip hop. The Wellington Jazz Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary with over 100 performances. Additionally, Australia’s Zest Fest has announced its lineup for November, featuring Sneaky Sound System, and has relocated its Live and Local stage to McNamara Street to improve attendee access.

In Zimbabwe, the Unplugged music festival in Harare is returning this August. The event focuses on local talent, headlined by Takura and Shona Prince, and includes ‘The Next Superstar’ initiative to highlight rising artists.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Music festivals Unplugged and Zest Fest announce upcoming lineups

Music festivals Unplugged in Zimbabwe and Zest Fest in Australia have announced upcoming lineups and event details, featuring local and international artists.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/music-festivals-unplugged-and-zest-fest-announce-upcoming-lineups

### 2026-08-19: Jazz festivals in Melbourne and Wellington announce upcoming programs

The Melbourne International Jazz Festival and the 30th anniversary of the Wellington Jazz Festival have announced their upcoming lineups, featuring hundreds of global and local artists.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jazz-festivals-in-melbourne-and-wellington-announce-upcoming-programs

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