Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2022 Line-up
Returning for the tenth year, the highly-anticipated Airlie Beach Festival of Music will hit the stages of Airlie Beach from the 4th to 6th of November 2022!
As one of Queensland’s premier live music events, the Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2022 features an abundance of big-name acts and incredible home-grown artists spread throughout 18 venues, including the main tent at the Whitsunday Sailing Club. A bustling party like no other in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, festival-goers can get their groove on at the best live music venues in the Whitsundays!
Starring a line-up including The Animals, Eskimo Joe, Jon Stevens, Ben Lee, Rogue Traders and more, the 2022 Airlie Beach Festival of Music will bring the Whitsundays to life. Enjoy relaxing ocean views, discover new talent, and dance to your favourite artists, the atmosphere is set to be electric!
With over 74 artists, 18 venues, and a variety of ticket options, let our team of Whitsundays locals fill you in on all you need to know about the Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2022!
Airlie Beach Festival of Music Line-up 2022
Get ready to boogie with friends and family to over 74 international and local artists at this year’s Airlie Beach Festival of Music. Taking place over 18 venues, bars and clubs throughout Airlie Beach will feature live music during the day and the headline acts will play on the Whitsunday Sailing Club’s main stage. Set on the sparkling shores of the Whitsundays Coral Sea, tropical paradise never looked so fun!
Check out some of the 2022 Airlie Beach Festival of Music’s headline acts below!
Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2022 - Main Tent Program
Friday 5pm - 11pm
- Dallas Frasca
- Niksta
- The Re-Mains
- Mi-Sex
- Eskimo Joe
- Jon Stevens
Saturday 5pm - 11.30pm
- Matty Rogers Band
- Ben Ransom
- The Badloves
- Ben Lee
- The Animals
- Loonaloop
Sunday 1pm - 8pm
- Rick Price
- Mardi Wilson
- Lash 78
- Matt Angell & the Gold Diggers
- Lloyd Spiegel
- Masters of Pop
- Rogue Traders
FAQS Airlie Beach Festival of Music 2022
Where is the Airlie Beach Festival of Music?
Airlie Beach is a vibrant coastal town located along Queensland’s East Coast, roughly halfway between the Sunshine Coast and Cairns. Renowned for its laid-back party atmosphere the Airlie Beach Festival of Music will be held over 18 venues, from iconic bars and lively clubs. The main stage is located at the beachside Whitsunday Sailing Club, and the other venues include Anchor Bar, Beaches Bar & Grill, Boaty’s, Fish D’Vine Rum Bar, KC’s Bar & Grill, Magnums, Airlie Beach Foreshore, Northerlies, Paradiso and many more!
How do I get to Airlie Beach?
Festival-goers can choose to fly, drive, bus, or train from the majority of Australia’s major cities to Airlie Beach. From Brisbane, the most convenient way to get to Airlie Beach is by flying directly to the Whitsunday Coast Airport and then taking a short transfer shuttle to Airlie Beach. Find the easiest way to get to Airlie Beach from your hometown here.
Where should I stay in Airlie Beach?
With live music spread across 18 colourful venues throughout the Airlie Beach CBD, we recommend that festival-goers book accommodation within walking distance of Airlie’s Main Street so they can easily access the festival’s main stage and other venues over the long weekend! For visitors with accommodation located outside of Airlie Beach, the Whitsundays mainland offers a reliable taxi and bus service, in addition to many venues offering a complimentary shuttle bus service.
Can I bring my kids?
The Airlie Beach Festival of Music is an 18+ event, with ID required upon entry. Most of the venues hosting the festival performances are licensed bars, clubs and pubs making them a playground for adult-only fun… sorry kids!
Are there bars and food at the festival?
The bar and restaurant venues will offer festival-goers access to food and drink throughout hosted performances. Find out more about individual restaurants and bars and what they offer here.
How much are festival tickets?
3-day Airlie Beach Festival of Music passes are $300 per person and include access to all 18 venues across the festival's duration, entry to the Thursday night ‘Passport to Airlie’ final, and entry to the Northerlies afterparty on Monday.
A VIP festival pass is $1000 per person and includes a 3-day festival pass as well as exclusive entry into the VIP main tent area where you can hang out with musicians and sponsors and enjoy your own private bar, seating and toilets. A VIP festival pass also includes a 6-hour food and drinks package daily, where drinks include tap beer and cider, wines and basic spirits and mixers!
Can I buy single-day tickets?
Yes, festival-goers can purchase a single-day Airlie Beach Festival of Music pass! Single-day passes are $140 and include access to all 18 venues on the chosen festival day (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday), entry to the Thursday night ‘Passport to Airlie’ final, and entry to the Northerlies afterparty on Monday.
Where can I buy tickets?
Festival tickets are available for purchase from the Airlie Beach Festival of Music website.
Where can I find the official 2022 festival program?
Start planning your long weekend of live music by checking out the jam-packed festival program on the Airlie Beach Festival of Music website.
Is there a festival afterparty?
Yes! Beat the Monday blues with a vibing after-party at Northerlies. Included in both the 3-day passes and single-day passes, festival-goers can rejuvenate with some delicious cocktails in paradise!
Can I visit the Whitsunday Islands during my stay?
Yes! Airlie Beach is renowned as the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands with dazzling tropical beaches and exotic coral reefs located just off the mainland. Why not stay a little longer and explore the Whitsundays during your festival getaway, with an indulgent overnight sailing tour or a fun-packed day tour?
After dancing the weekend away some relaxing island time is just what you’ll need!
As the 2022 Festival of Music sells quickly, Tourism Whitsundays Chief Executive Officer, Rick Hamilton said “The Airlie Beach Festival of Music is the perfect event for visitors to package with a diverse array of accommodation and tours, but due to its ever-increasing popularity I would suggest booking now to avoid disappointment”.
“This is one of those weekends you don’t want to miss, and a unique chance to experience live music in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef.”
With the pristine Whitsunday Islands on your festival doorstep, add to your weekend of Airlie Beach fun with a visit to the iconic highlights of the tropics. Cruise to Whitehaven Beach, snorkel amongst exotic reef systems and experience the thrill of authentic sailing!
For a free itinerary consultation, accommodation information or to book an unforgettable island adventure, don’t hesitate to chat with our friendly team of Airlie experts.
