Question 1

I'm lost, how do I get there?

Accepted Answer

Please type in the venue name – Lancemore Macedon Ranges into your maps and NOT the address on your tickets. The address takes you 100m up the road from the venue entrance.

Question 2

Is Festival 23 at the same site as in 2023?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are super excited to return to Lancemore Macedon Ranges on Taungurung land. Don’t miss the welcome to country by Taungurung Elder, Aunty Jo on the Friday evening. This year's event (2026) has full camping on site and all tickets include camping.

Question 3

Will there be music outdoors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there will be two outdoor sound systems around the dam and pool and near the food stalls.

Question 4

If I can no longer make it, how do I resell my ticket?

Accepted Answer

You can also resell your ticket safely and securely. There will be info on this 4 weeks prior to the event.

Question 5

What food options will be available at Festival 23?

Accepted Answer

The Lancemore Macedon Ranges restaurant serves locally sourced Modern Australian cuisine. We will also have food stalls from Los Hermanos Mexican Taqueria, Romeo Italian Pizzas, Kozume YUKA Mikayama Japanese, Royal Road Coffee & Pies, Barefoot Blender Juices. All with vegan and veg options available.

Question 6

Can you BYO your own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you’re allowed to bring one slab of canned drinks and 2 bottles of spirits per person to your accommodation area.

NO GLASS! Please distil into plastic!!

Question 7

Is Festival 23 kid-friendly?

Accepted Answer

No. We have decided to go 18+ for this year's event.
We just are not set up for kids.

Question 8

Are day passes available?

Accepted Answer

We don’t know yet , we have in the past, but if we sell out there will not be day pass options.

Question 9

When do gates open? When does the music end?

Accepted Answer

Gates open 4pm Friday the 23rd Jan.
Everyone must be offsite Monday 26th  Jan by 4pm

Music goes until Sunday night, late-ish – check set times for details.

Monday is a quiet day in respect of Invasion Day.

Question 10

Is Festival 23 wheelchair accessible?

Accepted Answer

Mostly. The newly renovated part of the venue is 100% wheelchair accessible, but some older parts still only have stairs.

Question 11

If Festival 23 gets cancelled, will I get my money back?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are fully insured. Should the event get cancelled, you will 💯 get your money back. The site has not been isolated or affected even by the recent huge rains, so this is extremely unlikely.

Question 12

Can I leave and come back to the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are staying offsite and travelling in and out each day, you will need to register your vehicle and purchase a car pass. All proceeds will be going to Tree Creds (https://www.treecreds.com/)to offset carbon emissions.

Question 13

Do I have to purchase a vehicle pass?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can purchase a vehicle pass for $23 or more at the gate. Cars with 3 or more people in do not pay. Please make sure you have this cash ready if paying at the gate. All proceeds are going towards Treecreds (https://www.treecreds.com/)to offset all of our carbon emissions.

JAN 23–26, 2026
macedon ranges, vic

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