Paul Kelly and Missy Higgins Headline the Exciting 2026 Red Hot Summer

The much-loved Red Hot Summer Tour in Australia is set to make its grand return in 2026, promising one of its most impressive lineups to date.

Just unveiled on September 21st, this outdoor festival will feature Australian music legend Paul Kelly as the headline act. Joining him are talented artists such as Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock.

The journey will kick off in Warrnambool next January, followed by stops in Lake Macquarie, Port Macquarie, Southport, Werribee South, Berry, Bella Vista, Wodonga, Launceston, Bendigo, and Victor Harbor.

Reflecting on the upcoming tour, Kelly expressed excitement, stating, “The band and I have many great memories from our last Red Hot Summer tour. We’re looking forward to making some new ones!”

The 2025 edition featured popular acts like Crowded House, Angus & Julia Stone, The Church, and The Waifs, leaving fans eager for what’s to come.

For those interested in attending, pre-sale tickets will be available at 9 AM on Wednesday, September 24th, with general ticket sales starting at 9 AM on Thursday, September 25th. Check out the details for the lineup and schedule below.

RED HOT SUMMER TOUR 2026

Paul Kelly

Missy Higgins

The Cruel Sea

The Cat Empire

Kasey Chambers

Jess Hitchcock

Saturday, January 17th

Warrnambool Racecourse, Warrnambool VIC

Saturday, January 24th

Speers Point Park, Lake Macquarie NSW

Saturday, January 31st

Westport Park, Port Macquarie NSW

Sunday, February 1st

Broadwater Parklands, Southport QLD

Sunday, February 8th

Werribee Park, Werribee South VIC

Saturday, February 14th

Berry Showground, Berry NSW

Sunday, February 15th

Bella Vista Farm, Bella Vista NSW

Saturday, February 28th

Gateway Lakes, Wodonga VIC

Sunday, March 8th

Launceston Country Club, Launceston TAS

Saturday, March 14th

Bendigo Racecourse, Bendigo VIC

Saturday, March 21st

Kent Reserve, Victor Harbor SA