Get ready, Australia! As the Good Things Festival rolls into town, some of the festival’s top acts are hitting the road for exclusive sideshows. From punk rock legends to heavy metal icons, these intimate gigs will offer fans the chance to experience their favourite artists up close.
Don’t miss out! Early bird tickets drop on Wednesday 30 October, with general sales starting Friday 1 November at Good Things Festival.
Below is the full breakdown of the sideshows:
Sum 41 (with Grandson)*
Canadian pop-punk legends SUM 41 bid farewell to Australia on their final tour, delivering fan-favorite anthems and electrifying hits across decades of albums. Known for blending pop-punk energy with heavy metal riffs, their career is a nostalgic soundtrack for millennials.
4 Dec – Fortitude Music Hall, Brisbane
10 Dec – AEC Theatre, Adelaide
12 Dec – Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne
14 Dec – Hordern Pavilion, Sydney (Grandson not appearing)
Violent Femmes
Icons of acoustic punk, Violent Femmes have inspired generations with their raw, quirky sound. Their honest lyrics and multi-generational appeal make their live shows unforgettable.
5 Dec – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
Billy Corgan
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman returns with a solo set, mixing tracks from his solo catalog with iconic Smashing Pumpkins material. With The Delta Riggs as his backing band, Corgan offers a rare, introspective performance.
1 Dec – Hindley St Music Hall, Adelaide
3 Dec – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
4 Dec – Enmore Theatre, Sydney
Mastodon (with Kerry King)
MASTODON’s progressive metal fuses haunting melodies and heavy riffs, making them a must-see. Joining them is Slayer’s Kerry King, bringing thrash power with new solo material and Slayer classics.
3 Dec – Roundhouse, Sydney
4 Dec – Northcote Theatre, Melbourne
The Gaslight Anthem
Returning after a decade, this New Jersey band combines punk with heartland rock. Their soulful comeback album explores themes of life, loss, and resilience.
2 Dec – The Tivoli, Brisbane
3 Dec – Liberty Hall, Sydney
4 Dec – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne
Bowling For Soup (with Taylor Acorn)
Pop-punk veterans BOWLING FOR SOUP deliver a nostalgic party atmosphere, playing hits like 1985 and High School Never Ends. TAYLOR ACORN adds a fresh edge with her heartfelt, punk-inspired sound.
10 Dec – Metro Theatre, Sydney
11 Dec – Princess Theatre, Brisbane
12 Dec – Corner Hotel, Melbourne
Sleeping With Sirens
With emotional lyrics and powerful hooks, this Florida-based band blends emo, rock, and alternative styles. Their fan-driven performances promise massive sing-alongs.
3 Dec – Factory Theatre, Sydney
5 Dec – Northcote Theatre, Melbourne
10 Dec – The Tivoli, Brisbane
311
Mixing rock, reggae, rap, and funk, 311 returns to Australia after two decades. Known for their genre-fluid sound and dynamic live shows, this long-running lineup is ready to rock once again.
4 Dec – 170 Russell, Melbourne
10 Dec – The Triffid, Brisbane
11 Dec – Liberty Hall, Sydney
Destroy Boys + Alex Lahey
DESTROY BOYS offer punk energy fused with personal storytelling, while ALEX LAHEY’s catchy, relatable tunes add warmth to the bill. Expect a night of high-energy alt-rock.
3 Dec – The Brightside Outdoors, Brisbane
5 Dec – Croxton Bandroom, Melbourne
10 Dec – Factory Theatre, Sydney
Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls
Frank Turner’s folk-punk style embraces the raw and rebellious spirit of DIY rock. With The Sleeping Souls, he’ll showcase material from his newest album, Undefeated.
3 Dec – Gershwin Room, Melbourne
4 Dec – Crowbar, Sydney
From Ashes to New
Blending hip-hop, hard rock, and electronic influences, this Pennsylvanian band’s high-energy performances inspire resilience and action.
4 Dec – Stay Gold, Melbourne
10 Dec – Crowbar, Sydney
Highly Suspect
Renowned for genre-defying rock, Highly Suspect brings captivating, cinematic soundscapes to life. Their unpredictable live sets are a fan favourite.
3 Dec – Max Watts, Melbourne
4 Dec – Lion Arts Factory, Adelaide
Imminence
Swedish metalcore outfit Imminence mesmerizes with their fusion of heavy metal and classical strings. Their theatrical stage presence promises a sensory feast.
3 Dec – Crowbar, Sydney
5 Dec – Stay Gold, Melbourne
GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL 2024 LINE UP:
Sum 41
Violent Femmes
Electric Callboy | Billy Corgan | Mastodon | Kerry King
The Gaslight Anthem | Jet | The Living End | L7 | Northlane
Bowling For Soup | Alpha Wolf | Sleeping With Sirens | The Butterfly Effect | 311
DATES AND VENUES:
Friday 6 December – Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne (15+)
Saturday 7 December – Centennial Park, Sydney (16+)
Sunday 8 December – Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane (15+)
