The Gerringong SurfLife Music Festival will return on March 28, bringing live music, coastal culture and community spirit to the iconic Gerringong Town Hall - all while raising funds for youth mental health.

After a strong response in previous years, the festival is once again calling on the community to turn up the music and support a cause, with a portion of ticket sales and raffle proceeds being donated to Headspace Kiama. The organisation provides vital mental health and wellbeing services for young people aged 12 to 25.

Festival organisers say live music and community events play an important role in fostering connection, belonging and shared experience, particularly for young people.

The event will transform Gerringong into a hub of live entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening, encouraging locals and visitors to soak up the town’s laid-back coastal charm while enjoying performances across multiple spaces.

Free live music will feature along Fern Street, with soulful buskers Tayah Larsen and Iris Zarrella setting the tone as visitors explore local shops and cafés. Families are also invited to enjoy the Hour of Power, a free, high-energy session inside the Town Hall hosted by Ocean Wizard, offering music, dancing and fun for children and their grandparents.

The festival will also showcase emerging local talent, with youth bands Dirty Merchants and Twisted Arrow taking to the stage as part of the New Kids on the Block segment, delivering high-energy sets and supporting the next generation of live performers.

For those seeking a more relaxed experience, ticket-holders can enjoy SurfLife Cocktails, Pizza and Grooves, featuring surf-inspired cocktails from the bar team and food by Gerringong Pizza. The chilled atmosphere will be soundtracked by Kane Calcite, Ren McArdell and Night & Day.

The evening’s main event promises a high-energy, groove-filled celebration, headlined by indie-folk and roots duo Sunday Lemonade. They will be joined by up-and-coming indie rock-funk act Autumn Sunset and party favourites Hot Pursuit, rounding out a diverse and energetic lineup.

Organisers are also encouraging attendees to support the cause further by entering the SurfLife raffle, with a range of prizes on offer.

Tickets are on sale now, with community members encouraged to secure their spot early for what promises to be a vibrant night of music, connection and purpose.

Event Details

Date: March 28, 2026

Venue: Gerringong Town Hall

Tickets: $50 (Main Event or Cocktails, Pizza and Grooves)

Website: www.surflifemusicfestival.com.au