Groundwater Country Music Festival
The Groundwater Country Music Festival (CMF) 2025—Australia’s fastest‑growing, free coastal music celebration—returns to Broadbeach from October 17–19. Set against the Gold Coast’s sun‑drenched beaches, the festival transforms streets, parks, bars, and balconies into an open‑air country haven.
Now in its 12th year, Groundwater CMF returns with a star-studded lineup including:
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- TROY CASSAR-DALEY
- JACKSON DEAN
- BRAD COX | CASEY BARNES
- SHANE SMITH AND THE SAINTS
- THE WOLFE BROTHERs
- NIKKI LANE
- AMY SHEPPARD | LANE PITTMAN
- AND MANY MORE!
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Fresh off a record-breaking Golden Guitar sweep, is Troy Cassar‑Daley, Australia’s true country icon. With his career spanning over three decades, 40 Golden Guitar Awards and numerous ARIA wins, he is known for songs that speak to Australia’s heart. He is joined by rising Nashville star Jackson Dean, who returns to Groundwater CMF after his 2023 debut. Known for strong gravel toned vocals and impressive live shows he will not be one to miss. Joining the lineup is Gold Coast’s own and ARIA Award-winner Casey Barnes. Collaborating with Nashville’s top writers and known for his electrifying performances, Casey is set to deliver another memorable performance at Groundwater CMF this year.
With this diverse lineup—from seasoned legends to bold newcomers—Groundwater Country Music Festival continues to champion the full spectrum of country music, from grassroots storytellers to international heavyweights, all from one of the most iconic coastal settings in Australia.
It’s not just the music to look forward to, with Beachside Line Dancing, country markets and plenty of food and drink options the Broadbeach Precinct is set to transform into a country mecca and promises three unforgettable days of country soul, community, and coastal celebration under the Queensland sky.
The Groundwater CMF app has a new home!
The Groundwater Country Music Festival app we all know and love has a new home and is now part of the Experience Gold Coast app, the proud producers of the iconic festival. You’ll still find all your favourite features, including the full festival lineup, event schedule and map, the ability to build your own planner and receive festival-specific notifications — all in one place. Download the Experience Gold Coast app now and start planning your Groundwater CMF experience!
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Groundwater CMF October 17th – 19th
Visit groundwatercmf.com for more info
