# Event Details

- **Event Name**: River Sounds 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:30 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: River Sounds is going bigger than ever in 2026, expanding to a huge two-day celebration that kicks off with a brand-new Opening Night on Friday May 15, proudly presented by Great Southern Nights. The Friday lineup brings together iconic Australian acts and rising stars for one unforgettable night at the Bellingen Showgrounds.

The party continues on Saturday May 16 with the full River Sounds experience across four stages, food vendors, art and an electric festival atmosphere from afternoon to late, it’s set to be the biggest River Sounds yet!

📣2026 FRIDAY LINEUP - Presented by Great Southern Nights

✨TOUCH SENSITIVE
✨MAGIC DIRT
✨WILLIAM CRIGHTON
✨GOOD PASH
✨BLIND PRETTY
✨THE NIKKIS
✨PHIL SMART
✨JASON LEWIS
✨JEMKA
✨THE STOPS
+ More to be announced!

📣2026 SATURDAY LINEUP

✨THUNDAMENTALS
✨BABE RAINBOW
✨KITTY, DAISY & LEWIS (UK) 
✨SKUNKOUR 
✨LITTLE FRITTER 
✨TASMAN KEITH
✨BANANAGUN
✨MOOD SWING & CHEVY BASS
✨DOPPEL
✨LEMONISE
✨SOPHDEXX
✨PHIL SMART'S 'AMBIENT SOUND BATH
✨BIZ
✨APOCALYPSE JOE & THE COYOTE
✨TANUKI
✨REAR WHEEL DRIVE
✨THEMZY
✨DAVE FORWARD
✨AUGUST CROWHURST
✨PHOENIX 
✨DANGERWAVES 
✨MADSPIN BABY 
✨INSECT 
✨MISSKISS

🎟️TICKETING INFO

https://events.humanitix.com/river-sounds-2026

✅GENERAL INFO: 

Camping is booked directly through the Bellingen Showgrounds. Bookings: https://www.bellingenshowgroun...

Youth and Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times while at the festival.

Wet weather shouldn't be an issue at River Sounds. Our outdoor stages are covered, as is the bar and food area, and the electronic stage is indoors.

Festival parking refer to the info section on our website https://www.riversounds.com.au/

River Sounds is an Accessible Venue

Booking fees are charged and collected by Humanitix (not River Sounds). Thankfully, Humanitix donate most of the fees generated to worthy causes.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bellingen/river-sounds-2026/200029563101730
- **Event Categories**: festivals, parties, art, trips-adventures, entertainment, nonprofit, camping
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 725

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bellingen
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Bellingen Showground, Bellingen, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2454
- **lat**: -30.44801
- **long**: 152.89831
- **full address**: Bellingen Showground, Bellingen, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2454

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: River Sounds 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/93a0f5f0d4814d707534645f915937a34d299a85e22d97578f27be7df5298689-rimg-w1200-h675-dc022f77-gmir?v=1775625003

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is River Sounds 2026 being held?
  - **A:** River Sounds 2026 takes place on Fri, 15 May, 2026 at 06:30 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Bellingen Showground, Bellingen, NSW, Australia, New South Wales 2454.
- **Q**: Who is organizing River Sounds 2026?
  - **A:** River Sounds 2026 is organized by River Sounds.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** River Sounds 2026 is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bellingen, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 720+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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