About the event
Strummingbird is an Australian country music festival celebrating the genre with true blue Aussie spirit. The 2026 Newcastle edition features an expansive lineup headlined by international crossover star Post Malone alongside rising country artists Bailey Zimmerman, Cooper Alan, and Kaitlin Butts. The festival showcases a blend of established country performers, emerging talent, and indie-folk acts including Australian acts Sons of the East and Brad Cox. Line dancing workshops and additional entertainment round out the three-day experience across multiple Australian cities.