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Get ready to dust off your boots, Experience Gold Coast is bringing back the highly anticipated Groundwater Country Music Festival (CMF) in less than a month featuring another huge program of incredible homegrown and international country music acts.  

Set to take over Broadbeach for three days of live music from 18 – 20 October, this iconic festival by the beach promises a free long weekend of toe-tapping, boot-stomping performances from some of the very best in country music.

With over a decade of bringing unforgettable music to the Gold Coast, Groundwater CMF has solidified its place as one of Australia’s most beloved country music festivals. Combining the laid-back, coastal charm of Broadbeach with the electrifying energy of live country music, the festival offers a unique and unmissable experience for music lovers of all ages.

“It’s back – where the beach meets the bush,” said Acting Gold Coast Mayor Donna Gates.

“Groundwater adds an eclectic mix to our city’s annual events calendar and reinforces that we are on the right track when it comes to securing the biggest, and best, music festivals for the coast. I’ll be dusting off my Akubra for this three-day celebration of great music, dance and good times.”

“We’re excited to once again host the Groundwater Country Music Festival, showcasing some of the world’s top country talent against the stunning backdrop of Broadbeach,” said John Warn, CEO of Experience Gold Coast.

“With the beach at your feet and a variety of dining and entertainment options within reach, it’s a one-of-a-kind experience for music lovers.”

Festival Director Mark Duckworth said the Groundwater CMF team were busy putting the final touches on another packed three-day program of live music and entertainment.

“We love that feeling in October when the energy of country music takes over the Gold Coast. In 2024 it’s such an incredible and diverse lineup of artists our Groundwater fans are in for treat and the team are planning to deliver something special for everyone.”

This year’s festival will feature 55 artists performing across 12 stages and venues in Broadbeach, bringing fans a taste of all styles of country from Bluegrass to American rockabilly, folk to pop, and everything in between.

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Adam Brand

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Ella Hooper

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Jess Moskaluke

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Davidson Brothers

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Melanie Dyer

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Kicking off the festival on Friday is one of Australia’s most cherished and recognised recording artists, Shannon Noll, headlining at The Kurrawa Big Top from 9pm. Festival goers can see the Davidson Brothers and Taylor Moss among a list of other great acts for the first day of the festival. The Surf Parade Stage will come alive with performances from Adam Brand and Jayne Denham.

The second day of the festival will feature an unmissable tribute performance The Linda Ronstadt Show featuring Ella Hooper on the Surf Parade stage with sets included from Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham and Canadian sensation Jess Moskaluke. The Kurrawa Big Top will feature Canadian country star Tim Hicks performing Groundwater CMF for the first time, along with Josh Setterfield and two-time Grammy winning music legend Jim Lauderdale.

In addition to Saturday’s packed lineup of country music sensations which kick off in the morning and continue into the balmy nights, festival goers can try Beachside Line Dancing with Chris Watson on the Beach Deck from 9am and festival favourite DJ Colonel playing his vintage American sounds across the three days of the festival in Surf Parade.

Legendary songstress Kasey Chambers will headline the final day of Groundwater CMF, kicking off her set at 7.15pm on the Surf Parade Stage. Also taking to the stage that day is Grammy-nominated artist Gord Bamford, Canadian singer-songwriter Tim Hicks and rising star Max Jackson. Gold Coast local Emily Grace Taylor will open the day’s bill from 10.30am.

A festival highlight in 2023, KIX Live at Groundwater ‘Songwriters’ returns in 2024 to The Kurrawa Big Top from 10:30am on Sunday 20 October featuring songs and stories from some of Groundwater CMF’s biggest stars. Later in the day captivating songwriter Abbie Ferris will take to the stage, followed by Melanie Dyer and Robbie Mortimer. Headlining The Kurrawa Big Top on Sunday night will be Aussie vocal powerhouse Christie Lamb.

Groundwater CMF is proud to welcome back Farm Angels (formerly Drought Angels) as the festival’s Charity Partner in 2024. Festival fans can show their support by purchasing merchandise and raffle tickets from the Farm Angels team in Kurrawa Park, having a picture taken with ‘Bessie the Cow’, or by making a donation at the festival merchandise point of sale, or via the dedicated Groundwater CMF and Farm Angels webpage. 

When you’re not listening to live music, enjoy some family-friendly fun at the Country Fair and markets, or a meal at one of Broadbeach’s many dining spots.

There is no reason to miss any of the great music or entertainment on offer in 2024 with the official festival app available to download and plan your Groundwater CMF experience. Attendees can easily find all the information they need about the artists, stages, venues, live updates and more.

Don’t miss out on three days of free music and entertainment on the Gold Coast from 18-20 October and the chance to experience the magic of country music at its finest!

Groundwater Country Music Festival is produced by Experience Gold Coast and supported by the Queensland Government, via Tourism and Events Queensland.

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Follow GOUNDWATER CMF
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Spotify playlist – Apple Music

Social media handles:
Facebook: @GroundwaterCMF
Instagram: @GroundwaterCMF
Twitter: @GroundwaterCMF
Hashtags #groundwaterCMF #experiencegoldcoast #thisisqueensland

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AMNPLIFY – DB