Sydney’s most iconic shoreline is readying itself to receive a brand new concert series in 2026, with one of Australia’s biggest names leading the charge.

Dubbed Golden Hour, the event is described as an annual concert series which revels in “celebrating the magic of live music outdoors at summer’s end.” Taking over Bondi Beach on the evening of Friday, February 20th, it’ll turn the iconic location into one of the biggest celebrations of local music on offer.

For its inaugural outing, organisers have secured two of Australia’s most vital names, with Crowded House and Thelma Plum leading the charge. They’ll also be joined by a handful of other artists, who will ostensibly be announced at a later date.

Crowded House, who celebrated their 40th anniversary earlier this year, have remained one of the country’s most beloved and revered bands across their sporadic life. The group – who were inducted into the ARIA Hall Of Fame back in 2016 – are still riding high off the back of last year’s album, Gravity Stairs.

Thelma Plum, meanwhile, has spent over a decade carving out her station as one of Australia’s most respected and celebrated First Nations musicians, with 2024’s I'm Sorry, Now Say It Back becoming her second consecutive album to chart within the ARIA top ten.

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“Golden Hour was created to celebrate the magic of outdoor live music in a way that feels grounded in place and community,” said Adelle Robinson, Managing Director of event organisers, Fuzzy. “It’s about uplifting the voices that define who we are, including First Nations artists whose stories and creativity continue to shape Australia’s cultural landscape.”

“An iconic band deserves an iconic location, and what better combination than Crowded House and Bondi Beach,” said Waverley Mayor Will Nemesh in a statement.

“I’m proud that another major event is making its home in Waverley, strengthening Council’s commitment to the cultural life of this special part of Sydney,” he added. “Golden Hour not only brings a world-class concert to our doorstep but also creates opportunities for local creatives, businesses and service providers, delivering lasting benefits for the community.”

Tickets for the debut edition of Golden Hour go on sale from 12pm AEDT on Thursday, November 13th, with an early access sale and artist pre-sale launching as 12pm on Wednesday, November 12th. A Bondi local presale (that is, for those who reside within the Waverley Council LGA) kicks off earlier that day, at 10am on Wednesday, November 12th.

Golden Hour

Crowded House
Thelma Plum
With more to be announced

Friday, February 20th – Bondi Beach, Sydney, NSW