Wonderland Summer Festival

Get ready for a summer celebration as Wonderland Summer Festival brings together an all-star, all-Australian blues lineup for one unforgettable afternoon Blues music, brews, and Smokin BBQ.

Kathleen Halloran & Band features and fast emerging as one of Australia’s most compelling new voices. A Melbourne-based guitarist, singer-songwriter and composer, she has built her reputation where it matters most — on stage, guitar in hand, commanding rooms across the nation with an undeniable presence and effortless power. She’s a shredder. 
Renowned for her electrifying musicianship and emotional depth, Halloran has carved a unique space within Australia’s contemporary music landscape. Her sound channels the soul and swagger of golden-era guitar slingers through a distinctly modern lens — a high-voltage fusion of firepower and finesse, where technical mastery meets heartfelt storytelling. Halloran isn’t here to look back or imitate; she’s reimagining what guitar-driven music can be in the present moment — dynamic, expressive, and deeply human.
"I am always keeping my ear out for players that transport me...Kathleen is one of those rare finds.” - Darren Middleton, Powderfinger ‘A true, modern day artist with captivating stories to tell’ - Tania Doko

Julian James and Band ringing the high-energy sounds of Americana and hill-country blues, Julian James & Becky Kate mix whiskey-drenched fiddle, bass, and drums into a spirited southern sound. Their music takes audiences on a journey from the smoky juke joints of Mississippi to the honky-tonks of Tennessee and the porches of Appalachia.
Known from festivals like Woodford Folk Festival, Blues on Broadbeach, and Melbourne Blues Music Festival, the duo has fast become a must-see live act.“Blues intertwined with the twang of country and upbeat notes of a more contemporary sound.” – Sophie Barker, Forte Magazine 

Jarrod Shaw
Jarrod Shaw’s passion for blues music is unmistakable, from the moment the first note rings. With every performance, he delivers a soulful and authentic blues inspired show - played with heartfelt conviction.
Blending the intricate rhythms of country-blues fingerstyle guitar with wailing harmonica, and a powerful voice often described as sounding far beyond his years, Jarrod is a one-man powerhouse sure to get your toes tappin’!
“Jarrod really has put his stamp on the lovely country-blues feel” - Helen Jennings (Roots On
Rhythm, PBS Radio)
“one of the best solo acoustic players I’ve seen in a long time” - Colin Briscoe (Feel Good Revival,
2RRR Radio)
“Shaw delivers a powerful live show” - Greg Fisher (Blues Illustrated, Pearl Magazine)

- Event Hotline: +61 3 5254 XXXX
- General Enquiries: +61 3 5254 YYYY

- Located at Main Festival Entrance
- Open from 11:00 AM daily
- Ticket pickup requires valid ID
- Online booking confirmation required

- Dedicated festival parking area
- Shuttle services from local Barwon Heads parking zones
- Carpooling recommended
- Parking fees: $15 per day

- Designated wheelchair accessible zones
- Companion ticket options available
- Ground surface: Mixed (grass and compacted areas)
- Accessible portable toilets on-site

- No outside food or drinks
- Valid ID required (18+ for alcohol)
- No re-entry policy
- Clear bag policy enforced
- No pets allowed

- Children under 12: Free with paying adult
- Must be accompanied by guardian
- Child-friendly zones available
- Ear protection recommended for young children