Surf + Sound

Festival
Program

October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

All Surf Music Art Community Visit

Surf + Sound presents a world-class surf competition spearheaded by world champion, Joel Parkinson. Free to attend, we're bringing two days of exhilarating surfing to the Northern Beaches. Featuring Men's Open, Women's and U18 Junior divisions set against the iconic backdrop of Manly Beach.

Across three weekends, Surf + Sound will come alive with a music program powered by local and international talent. Bringing together an extensive line-up of live performances & headlining acts across Manly Wharf.

Surf + Sound transforms Manly Wharf into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Curated by Jeremyville, the trail features large-scale inflatables, sculptures, and installations, free for public viewing across the three-week festival.

The art program celebrates emerging and established talent while inspiring connection through art. Welcoming celebrated artists from across Sydney, including Elliott Routledge (Funskull), Karlee Mackie, Steve Ormandy, Daimon Downey and Ozzy Wrong.

A place for the community to kick back and relax. Surf + Sound will feature a line-up of family-friendly and inclusive programming, for all ages to enjoy! Full program to come.

Fresh, local and full of flavour, Surf + Sound welcomes a moutwatering experience worthy of the coastline it celebrates. Dine at any venue across Manly Wharf throughout Surf + Sound and enjoy of a mouth-watering line-up of flavours available across the 3 weekends. Seriously good food, salty air, sea views. What more could you want!

DEFENDER Live Art

In a world first, five vintage Land Rover DEFENDER's will be painted live during Surf + Sound. Free for public viewing throughout the festival.

Jeremyville Outdoor Art Trail

New York–based contemporary artist and author, Jeremyville, is the proud art curator for Surf + Sound.

Boardriders Comp

Surf + Sound presents a world-class surf competition spearheaded by world champion, Joel Parkinson. Free to attend, we're bringing two days of exhilarating surfing to the Northern Beaches.

Manly Main Beach

Mudhoney

‍Seminal Seattle four-piece Mudhoney return to Australia this October for Surf + Sound.

Felons Barrel Room

Teenage Joans

Since bursting onto the scene with their triple j Unearthed High win in 2020, the fiercely independent duo of Cahli and Tahlia have become one of Australia's most exciting alternative acts!

Felons Barrel Room

DJ's at Felons Manly

Felons Manly + The Jetty Bar is heating up with Sydney’s best selectors throughout Surf + Sound. Kicking off October 16th!

Yolanda Be Cool

Genre-blending hit-makers, Yolanda Be Cool, are serving up sun-soaked house, global grooves and infectious party energy for the final weekend of Surf + Sound.

Felons Barrel Room

Babe Rainbow

For Angus Dowling, Jack ‘Cool-Breeze’ Crowther and Dr Elliot ‘Love Wisdom’ O’Reilly, the dreamlike, joyful, psychedelic sound of Babe Rainbow is shaped by their deep connection to coastal culture.

Felons Barrel Room

Kita Alexander

Building on a remarkable run of major touring, acclaimed releases and growing international recognition, Kita has firmly established herself as one of Australia's most exciting contemporary artists.

Felons Barrel Room

Sounds Good DJ's

As the sun dips, DJ's MC Double D & Jamo Willow are taking over the decks on the Felons Manly Jetty.

GANGgajang

GANGgajang have been a defining presence in Australian music for four decades, blending rock, pop and distinctly Australian storytelling.

Felons Barrel Room

Winston Surfshirt

Secret location!

One of Australia’s most recognisable modern soul and R&B acts. Celebrating 10 years of “Be About You” - a defining song of the Northern Beaches.

Skunkhour

Back to Basics sees the band do what they do best, playing their killer live repertoire of renowned innovative music, fused with infectious rhythm, compelling riffage, and vocal styling like no other band in the land.

Felons Barrel Room

Skegss

Growing from laid-back coastal beginnings into one of Australia’s most recognisable modern rock bands.

Felons Barrel Room

Mini DEFENDER Experience

The Mini Defender Experience brings Land Rover’s most iconic off-roader down to size, giving your little ones the chance to take their very own mini Defender for a spin around our circuit at Felons Barrel Room.

Felons Barrel Room

Dine at Felons Manly

Come enjoy the good life at Felons Manly!

Play at 1979

Wednesday to Sunday

A bar and music room built around sound, good times and nights that unfold naturally.

25% Off Your Stay at Elysium Manly

When you visit Surf + Sound, make a stay of it. Book by 31 October for stays before 24 December, and pay in advance to secure the rate.

Manly Main Beach

Dine at Stanley Restaurant

Inspired by the waterfront of Hong Kong’s Stanley Bay, Stanley Restaurant is now open in Manly Wharf!

Dine at Hugos

Extraordinary views, great food, playful cocktails and friendly service - quintessentially Hugos.

Dine at Felons Seafood

Felons Seafood - where the ocean meets your table.

Play at Manly Lifestyle Club

Manly Lifestyle Club is a community where movement, connection, and local culture comes to life!