# Event Details

- **Event Name**: CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 03:30 pm (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Australia's Biggest Music Gathering Moves Beyond the Stage with Official BIGSOUND Record Fair

As Australia's biggest music industry gathering returns to Fortitude Valley, BIGSOUND is extending beyond conference rooms and live stages, connecting the national music industry with Brisbane's grassroots music community.

Hosted by Glitter Records and California Lane, the California Lane CD & Record Fair returns as an official BIGSOUND event on Wednesday 2 September and Thursday 3 September 2026, transforming one of Fortitude Valley's most distinctive laneways into a meeting place for artists, delegates, collectors, historians, independent businesses and music fans.

The market will feature independent record dealers, vinyl DJs, thousands upon thousands of CDs and records from Glitter Records, and a vibrant mix of local music culture. Visitors can also enjoy the return of respected local historian Robert Allen, whose guided music history walks explore Fortitude Valley's rich musical heritage. The event also coincides with 4ZZZ Open Day, creating a unique opportunity to experience some of Brisbane's most enduring independent music institutions in one visit.

While BIGSOUND is where Australia's music industry gathers, the California Lane CD & Record Fair celebrates the wider community that keeps music culture alive throughout the year.

"BIGSOUND brings together Australia's music industry, while record fairs bring together the community that supports music all year round," said Riley Fitzgerald, owner of Glitter Records. "By bringing those worlds together, we're creating a place where delegates, musicians, collectors and the wider public can meet, discover music and celebrate Brisbane's independent culture."

In an age where so much music is discovered through algorithms and screens, the California Lane CD & Record Fair offers something increasingly rare: the chance to wander, explore and make unexpected discoveries. Visitors can browse record crates, admire cover art, read liner notes, hear stories from dealers and collectors, and stumble upon music they never knew they were looking for. It is a tactile, social experience that reminds us music discovery has always been about curiosity, conversation and community.

The California Lane CD & Record Fair will be held from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm on Wednesday 2 September and Thursday 3 September 2026 at California Lane, Fortitude Valley. Entry is free and the event is open to both BIGSOUND delegates and the public.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fortitude-valley/cd-and-record-fair-big-sound-edition/200030517578734
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Meetups, Art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 300

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fortitude Valley
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 22 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4006
- **lat**: -27.45907
- **long**: 153.03535
- **full address**: 22 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4006

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition  being held?
  - **A:** CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition  takes place on Wed, 02 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 am to Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 03:30 pm at 22 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4006.
- **Q**: Who is organizing CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition ?
  - **A:** CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition  is organized by California Lane on Brunswick.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** CD & Record Fair - Big Sound Edition  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 Fortitude Valley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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