The St Helena Secondary College Stage Band, featuring top young musicians aged 14–18, performs jazz standards and big band classics with energy and skill, bringing jazz to life in every note.

Melbourne’s Anna Scionti captivates with her gravel-infused vocals and powerful guitar work, creating an electrifying world of blues and rock on resonator, cigar box, and lap steel guitars.

Miss Lizzy & The Night Owls deliver vintage-inspired Rock, Blues, and Soul with a modern twist, filling dancefloors with their infectious grooves and high-energy show.

Hey Gringo combines blues, soul, and roots with humour and energy. Over 30 years, they've captivated audiences worldwide with their catchy, lively tunes.

Big, brassy, and bold, The Hornstars are a quirky, danceable band dedicated to delivering an unforgettable, high-energy funk experience.

The New Orleans Pelicans Brass Band delivers classic jazz and swing with flair, bringing audiences back to the 1930s and ’40s with irresistible rhythms.

Chocolate Lilies Choir celebrates the joy of singing, with a diverse repertoire and uplifting performances that connect audiences through harmony and community spirit.

The South East Gents celebrate New Orleans jazz, funk, and soul with high-energy, Mardi Gras-inspired performances that bring Crescent City magic to life and will keep you dancing all afternoon!

Get ready to stomp, strut, shake and shimmy, as the Red Rattlers play old jazz with fresh energy. Melbourne’s best young jazz musicians will bring New Orleans to you and make the 20’s roar again!

Nightbeat, lead by local jazz stalwarts Kimba and Ryan, brings the energy of rhythm and blues, swing, and mambo rock 'n' roll, featuring some of Melbourne’s brightest jazz allstars.

Juicebox blends rock, pop, and punk into a fresh, high-energy sound that keeps crowds on their feet and the atmosphere electric.

Firefly Horns, a high-energy seven-piece band, brings New Orleans-inspired grooves, chants, and singalongs to get everyone on their feet and dancing.

Award-winning Damon Smith delivers blues, rock, and folk with virtuosic piano skills and a dynamic stage presence, making every show a must-see.

Better Than the Wizards deliver an electrifying mix of funk, soul, and rock, creating a powerful, feel-good experience with every performance.

Funk De Vue delivers a groovy mix of funk, soul, and disco that brings everyone to the dance floor with a fun, retro-inspired vibe.

The Shuffle Club brings high-energy swing, jazz, and blues, delivering danceable rhythms and a lively stage presence that never fails to entertain.

Rifle Birds create a soulful, roots-rock experience with deep grooves and melodies that resonate, bringing a fresh take on classic rock influences.

The McNamarr Project brings powerhouse soul, blues, and R&B, led by award-winning vocalists Andrea Marr and John McNamara, delivering a timeless, electrifying performance.

Get ready for 70s funk, RnB, and soul with Groove Dimension—a ten-piece band bringing classic hits and disco vibes to close out the festival.