Rolling Loud Australia returns in 2026: dates locked, Gunna first-up, and presale now live

Rolling Loud Australia is officially back after a years-long hiatus, with two one-day festivals set for March 2026 and an early headline reveal that signals a heavyweight comeback. Presale is already live and limited tickets start at $179 plus fees, marking the first local edition since the brand’s sold-out Sydney debut in 2019.

Rolling Loud Australia dates and venues

Organisers have confirmed a compact weekend routing that maximises travel ease for fans while opening the door to big-room production in outdoor settings.

Rolling Loud Australia 2026 — Schedule

• Saturday, March 7, 2026 — Sydney: Centennial Park

• Sunday, March 8, 2026 — Melbourne: Flemington Racecourse

Both stops are billed as one-day takeovers, a format that concentrates headliners and marquee sets into tight, high-impact schedules. Venue specifics such as entry gates, set times, and site maps will follow closer to show week, but the parkland and racecourse layouts hint at broad sightlines, quick concessions, and large-format staging.

Rolling Loud lineup: Gunna leads the first wave

The first artist announcement is Gunna, returning to Australian stages with momentum from a global touring run. Additional names will arrive in waves, a familiar Rolling Loud pattern that stacks international stars with buzzy newcomers and local scene leaders. Fans should expect hip-hop in all its cross-currents — trap, alternative rap, drill and melodic cuts — plus surprise guest moments that have become a calling card for the brand.

The 2019 edition in Sydney set the benchmark by packing a single day with multiple top-tier performers and high-end production, a template the 2026 return appears set to scale across two cities.

Tickets, pricing, and what to know now

• Presale: Live now; sign-ups were opened ahead of the announcement push.

• Entry price: Limited tickets start at $179 + fees (tiered pricing applies; later tiers typically rise).

• General sale: Follows presale allocations; watch official channels for timing and additional allotments.

• Age policy, bag policy, transport: Standard Rolling Loud guidelines and local regulations will apply; full FAQs will be published ahead of the events.

Given the 2019 sell-out and the pent-up demand built over the hiatus, early tiers are likely to move quickly. Fans planning both cities should factor in overnight travel or Monday returns, as Melbourne’s date lands on a Sunday.

Why Rolling Loud’s Australia return matters

Rolling Loud’s re-entry reconnects Australian fans to the world’s most visible hip-hop festival platform at a time when the genre’s live footprint is expanding again. The two-city, two-day model taps into a broader trend: targeted, high-density festival days that minimise clashes and focus spend on headline moments rather than multi-day camping logistics. For artists, the itinerary offers exposure to two major markets over a single weekend; for fans, it condenses must-see sets into one decisive hit per city.

The timing also positions Australia on the global Rolling Loud calendar between other international stops, increasing the likelihood of exclusive collabs and region-specific surprises. Expect robust local representation on undercards — a showcase opportunity for rising Australian acts to convert festival crowds into long-term followings.

Planning your Rolling Loud Australia weekend

• Sydney (Mar 7): Centennial Park’s central location typically pairs well with public transport and rideshare; plan for staggered entry to catch early sets.

• Melbourne (Mar 8): Flemington Racecourse is built for large-scale ingress/egress; check gate assignments in advance and allow buffer time between stages.

• Merch and amenities: Rolling Loud’s pop-ups and brand activations tend to draw lines; hit them during earlier sets if they’re must-dos.

• Weather prep: Early March can swing hot and sunny; hydrate, sunscreen up, and review the on-site refill policies.

Rolling Loud Australia

After six years away, Rolling Loud Australia’s 2026 return lands with clear intent: two cities, two big outdoor canvases, and a first-out-the-gate star in Gunna. With presale live and pricing tiers already ticking, the window to lock in early is open. Full lineups and on-site details are still to come, but the essentials are set — Sydney on March 7, Melbourne on March 8 — and the countdown is officially on.