Since it first popped up at the end of 2014, Lost Paradise – the four-day festival set in the magical, sun-soaked bowl of Glenworth Valley – has cemented itself as a New Year’s ritual for a sizeable portion of Sydney’s dance lovers. Just over an hour’s drive from the CBD, it’s renowned as a creative, colourful oasis: a place to escape reality and welcome the year ahead.
This morning, the organisers (Sydney-based events agency Finely Tuned) released the line-up for the 2025–2026 edition – here’s what’s in store.
Spanning four main stages, this year’s music program features more than 100 acts, headlined by international heavyweights Ben Böhmer, Duke Dumont and Maribou State. Other highlights include Irish DJ Kettama, British electronic duo Underworld, and international festival favourites Folamour and Ross From Friends. Alongside the big-name internationals, the line-up also celebrates homegrown talent, with performances from Confidence Man, Anna Lunoe, Big Wett and Bella Claxton alongside a heap of other Aussie artists.
While music is the main drawcard, Lost Paradise is equally known for its creative side program of movement classes, talks and craft workshops. Details for this year are still under wraps, but based on previous editions you can expect morning yoga sessions, daily tea ceremonies, hands-on pottery workshops and thought-provoking talks covering everything from mindful intimacy to sustainable living.
The festival runs from Sunday, December 28, 2025, to Thursday, January 1, 2026. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, August 27 – you can check out the full line-up and sign up for tickets here.