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Sydney's most famous stretch of sand will transform into a sunset stage this summer

Beloved Australian band Crowded House will headline new Bondi Beach concert series Golden Hour – with First Nations artist Thelma Plum also taking the stage

Alice Ellis
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Alice Ellis
Editor in Chief, Sydney, Melbourne, Australia
Bondi Beach at sunset
Photograph: Bondi Beach
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Sydney’s most famous stretch of sand is set for a historic night of live music next summer, as Crowded House headlines the very first Golden Hour – a brand-new live music series produced by the Fuzzy crew. For one unforgettable evening in February, Bondi Beach will transform into a stage, as the band known for hits including ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’, ‘Four Seasons in One Day’ and ‘Weather With You’ perform live.

Crowded House golden hour
Photograph: Supplied - jacquieb | Crowded House

Award-winning Gamilaraay singer-songwriter Thelma Plum will also take the stage, performing songs from her acclaimed record I’m Sorry, Now Say It Back. The Friday, February 20, 2026 event will be the first major concert held on Bondi’s shores in more than ten years, and will kick off what’s set to become an annual end-of-summer tradition.

Golden Hour promises more than just an on-the-beach concert – it will be a community-driven celebration of Australian music, art and connection, with visuals created by Warumungu/Wombaya artist Jessica Johnson of Nungala Creative. 

The main stage will be on the sand, and concertgoers are encouraged to bring picnic rugs and settle on the hill above the foreshore to soak up golden hour.

Who is playing at Golden Hour on Bondi Beach?

Fans can expect a full set from Crowded House, drawing on decades of classics, as well as new favourites from their latest album, Gravity Stairs. Thelma Plum – 7 Aria nominations, 3 platinum, 1 gold single – is another big drawcard. And more artists are still to be announced.

thelma plum on stage
Photograph: Supplied - Oscar Ocean | Thelma Plum

When is Golden Hour on Bondi Beach?

This inaugural event will run from 5pm to 10pm on Friday, February 20.

How to get Golden Hour on Bondi Beach tickets

The pre-sale starts Wednesday, November 12 from 12pm AEDT (Bondi locals can access from 10am). The general sale will start Thursday, November 13 from 12pm AEDT. Find out more here.

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