Queenscliff Music Festival Unveils Stacked 2025 Line-up

29 May 2025 | 8:00 am | Mary Varvaris

The Cat Empire, Cosmic Psychos, renowned American surf rocker Donavon Frankenreiter and many more are heading to Queenscliff this November.

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The Queenscliff Music Festival returns to the picturesque coast of Victoria this November, and today, it announced a stacked line-up of homegrown and international talent.

Once again highlighting rock, blues, country, pop, hip-hop, folk, and indie stylings, the festival has revealed a huge list of local headliners in The Cat Empire, Thelma Plum, renowned American surf rocker Donavon Frankenreiter, The Waifs, King Stingray, Little Birdy, and Cosmic Psychos.

Additional acts heading to Princess Park include the Pierce Brothers, Didirri & Rowena Wise, Squid Nebula, Minor Gold, Sex On Toast, Opelousas, Fenn Wilson & The Weather, The Smith & Western Jury, Riley Catherall, and Suneden. For the kids, Teeny Tiny Stevies will keep the party rolling.

This is only the first artist announcement. According to a press release, many more names will be announced soon.

Queenscliff Music Festival returns for another three-day extravaganza from Friday, 28 November to Sunday, 30 November. Early Bird pre-sale tickets are now on sale, with Zip Pay available for any punters looking to accept a payment plan.

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Tickets for three-day adult passes cost $285, followed by three-day accompanied youth (punters aged 14-17) tickets for $139. Children aged one to 13 can attend the festival for $32 (in conjunction with an adult ticket), and QMF camping passes are going for $30 for three nights (per person). Rent A Tent is also available, costing $460 for three nights.

You can find more ticketing information here.

In a statement, Queenscliff Music Festival Director Claire Stickland said of this year’s event, “Queenscliff Music Festival is more than just a music event — it’s a full sensory experience. With an unbeatable coastal setting, diverse line-up, and welcoming vibe for all ages, it’s the perfect escape for music lovers and experience seekers.”