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Ability Fest have just revealed their 2024 lineup featuring Ocean Alley, ONEFOUR, Cub Sport, King Stingray, Bag Raiders, Middle Kids, Brenn!, jamesjamesjames, Floodlights, Kita Alexander, Asha Jefferies, Eves Karydas, Jordan Brando, Crybaby, Wax’o Paradiso and many more.

In partnership with Untitled Group and triple j, the Dylan Alcott Foundation, supported by Principal Partners, Victorian and Queensland Governments, will host this one-of-a-kind festival at Alexandra Gardens/Birrarung Marr in Naarm/Melbourne on October 19th, and for the first time, to Victoria Park/Barrambin in Meanjin/Brisbane on October 26th.

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Bag Raiders

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With the lineup set to spread across two incredible stages in both cities, Ability Fest promises a day of exceptional performances. The Main Stage will feature iconic Australian band Ocean Alley, drill and rap group ONEFOUR, King Stingray, Australian pop group Cub Sport, notorious DJ and producer jamesjamesjames, Middle Kids, Floodlights, rising pop sensations Kita Alexander and Eves Karydas, American folk-pop singer Brenn!, Asha Jefferies, Eliza Hull, Jordz and triple j Unearthed artist winners.

The second stage, dubbed Mark’s Stage, will house a plethora of renowned DJs including Australia’s own ‘Shooting Stars’ creators Bag Raiders, Jordan Brando, Crybaby, Wax’o Paradiso, Boone, Moss, DAWS, NayNay, Mikalah Watego, Neesha Alexander, Dewbs, Kuzco, Cheq and Xeimma.

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Ocean Alley

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As Australia’s first accessible music festival, Ability Fest offers a completely unique experience with a love of music at its core. Attendees can enjoy world-class performances for only $60 per ticket, along with delicious food and drink offerings, specialised accessible facilities and services and lush green venues. Ability Fest is also pleased to reveal ANZ, Kia Australia and Nike as major partners for 2024.

Dylan Alcott said “First and foremost, Ability Fest is a ripper festival at its core, but with the added plus that it can bring people of all abilities together. We’ll have a completely accessible venue with elevated viewing platforms, pathways, quiet zones and sensory areas, ensuring that everyone has the ability to have an unreal day,”.

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Kita Alexander

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Backed by both the Victorian Government through the Community Support Fund and the Queensland Government, Ability Fest is set to be stronger than ever.

Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Steve Dimopolous, said; “Ability Fest’s dedication to making events more accessible and diverse creates a positive impact on both our local community and tourism sector, showcasing that Melbourne continues to be the vibrant and inclusive city we call home.”

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Boone

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Minister for Tourism and Sport, Michael Healy, said Ability Fest was a showcase of Queensland’s commitment to hosting inclusive and accessible high-profile events. “With around 5,000 people expected to attend Ability Fest in October, this is a great opportunity to witness world-class musical performances in a completely inclusive and fully accessible environment.”

Ability Fest was created by 2022 Australian Of The Year Dylan Alcott in collaboration with Untitled Group – Australia’s largest independent music promoter and the masterminds behind Beyond The Valley, Wildlands and more and is supported by triple j. As a not-for-profit event 100% of proceeds from the event are donated to the Dylan Alcott Foundation, with each ticket contributing to helping young Australians living with a disability achieve their dreams.

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King Stingray

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Pre-Sale Ticket registration closes at 11am AEST on 10 July with tickets on sale from 12pm AEST on 10 July. General Tickets on sale at 12pm AEST on 11 July at $60.

Note: This is a 16+ event

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ABILITY FEST 2024
Lineup (in alphabetical order):

Asha Jefferies
Bag Raiders
Boone
Brenn! (USA)
Cheq ^
Crybaby *
Cub Sport
DAWS *
Dewbs
Eliza Hull
Eves Karydas ^
Floodlights *
jamesjamesjames
Jordan Brando
Jordz
King Stingray
Kita Alexander
Kuzco *
Middle Kids ^
Mikalah Watego ^
Moss ^
NayNay *
Neesha Alexander ^
Ocean Alley
ONEFOUR *
triple j Unearthed (winner)
Wax’o Paradiso *
Xeimma ^

*MELBOURNE ONLY

^ BRISBANE ONLY

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