The Groundwater Country Music Festival has wrapped up for another year with tens of thousands of people flocking to Broadbeach for three days of live music.
Streets and venues across the suburb were buzzing all weekend as country music fans turned out in droves.
It’s estimated that more than 60,000 people turned out to enjoy the festivities, topping last year’s result.
The festival finished with a bang with Amy Sheppard and Jackson Dean rocking the Surf Parade stage on Sunday night, before homegrown country music legend Troy Cassar-Daley brought it all home.
“To be able to see Surf Parade full like that again after so many years is just fantastic,” Cassar-Daley said.
“The thing I’ve loved about it is being able to walk around with a cap on, sort of incognito, just hanging out. I feel like I’m almost a local down here.”
Experience Gold Coast CEO John Warn said Groundwater Country Music Festival 2025 has once again cemented its place as one of Australia’s leading country music events.
“The energy and atmosphere across Broadbeach over the past three days has been incredible, with tens of thousands of country music fans coming together to enjoy world-class performances in a truly iconic coastal setting,” Mr Warn said.
“Festivals like Groundwater Country Music Festival play a vital role in showcasing the Gold Coast’s vibrant cultural scene, while also delivering strong economic outcomes for our city, driving visitation, supporting local businesses, and highlighting the city as a premier events destination.”
US star Jackson Dean hailed Groundwater with huge numbers turning out to see his performance on Sunday.
“This is one of the most incredible festivals I’ve ever been to, anywhere in the world. I’ve played quite a few, in some wild places, but this one has been really awesome,” Dean said.
“It’s fantastic to be back here on the Gold Coast. It’s always a rocking time at Groundwater.”
It’s estimated this year’s festival would have pumped more than $15 million into the city’s economy.
