Mighty Hoopla Sydney 2026: headliners, tickets, events

Mighty Hoopla Sydney lands on Bondi Beach on 21 February 2026, bringing the full force of the UK’s biggest pop festival to Sydney’s most iconic stretch of sand. Known for its bold pop programming, theatrical performances, and unapologetically queer energy, this one-day beachside takeover marks the first time Mighty Hoopla has staged a show outside the UK.

Headline moment: Kesha

Fresh from a triumphant headline slot at the 2025 UK edition, Kesha returns as the Sydney headliner. Expect wall-to-wall hits, big vocals, chaotic pop brilliance, and the kind of headline set that has made her a Mighty Hoopla favourite. This is a rare chance to see her lead the very first Australian edition of the festival.

A pop-heavy, queer-forward lineup

Mighty Hoopla Sydney brings a stacked lineup that blends global pop names with Australian favourites and cult queer icons. The 2026 bill includes Becky Hill, Countess Luann, Delta Goodrem, Jessica Mauboy, and Rose Gray.

Alongside the main-stage acts, expect a packed program of DJs, drag artists, performers, and party collectives, including Absolute., Armana Khan, Atomic Kiss, Aunty Tamara, Big Wett, Bimini, The Blak Queens curated by Miss Ellaneous, Charlie Villas, Dizzy Bility, Dyan Tai, Eli Crawford, Fried Pork Chop, Heaps Gay, Heath Keating, James Vidigal, Rocky Stallone & Friends, Royston Noell, Sexy Galexy, and Tom Aspaul, with more still to be announced.

From London cult favourite to global pop event

Launched in London in 2016, Mighty Hoopla has grown into a landmark LGBTQIA+ pop festival, hosting past headliners and performers including Nelly Furtado, Sugababes, Years & Years, Steps, Kelly Rowland, TLC, All Saints, and Jessie Ware. Its move to Sydney signals a major new chapter, pairing its signature pop spectacle with a beachside setting.

Tickets and travel planning

Tickets are on sale now, and demand is expected to be high for this first-ever Australian edition. Bondi and central Sydney will be busy across the weekend, so locking in accommodation early is strongly recommended. Browse a curated selection of the best gay-friendly hotels in Sydney and secure your stay while availability is still strong.