Against The Grain
Independent Magandjin-based promoting label GRAIN is celebrating their tenth anniversary in 2026 and teaming up with Open Season to bring back the iconic Against The Grain Festival, for the first time since 2018.
Against The Grain Festival 2026 is a block party taking over the historic Clarence Corner in Woolloongabba, activating The Princess Theatre, Brisbane Brewing Co, Echo & Bounce, Season Three, Woolloongabba Art Gallery, C’est Bon plus an outdoor carpark stage.
One ticket will give you access to over 30 performances across multiple venues in a never-been-used-before precinct.
Against The Grain doesn’t end when the stages power down—it shifts gears. From 10pm–2am, the night continues at The Princess Theatre with an official afterparty curated by Naarm-based producer Milo Eastwood, extending the festival’s ethos into something looser, deeper and built for the late hours.
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We want Against The Grain to be welcoming and accessible for everyone. If you have any access requirements, we encourage you to let us know ahead of time so we can support your experience as best as possible. Whether it’s mobility access, sensory considerations, dietary requirements, medication, or anything else, please submit a form and a member of our team will be in touch.
Please note that Season Three is not wheelchair accessible, and the lift at The Princess Theatre has a weight limit. If you share your specific requirements with us, we’ll be able to provide more detailed information tailored to your needs.
Be part of the team that brings Against The Grain to life. Volunteering is your chance to step behind the scenes, meet like-minded people, and help shape one of Brisbane’s most exciting music and arts events. Whether you’re keen to gain experience, make new connections, or just be part of something special, we’d love to have you on board.
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Confused about where this event is? Download our site map! Please note a more detailed map that includes food, toilets, bars, entries, exits and accessibility information will be released closer to the date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Against The Grain?
Taking over Clarence Corner in Woolloongabba, Against The Grain is a one day live music festival. It takes place across multiple venues and features artists from around Australia and the world, including Stereolab, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever and Hatchie.
When is Against The Grain?
This event is happening on Saturday 20 June 2026, from 12:30pm until 10:00pm. There will also be an afterparty at The Princess Theatre from 10:00pm until 2:00am.
Who can attend?
You need to be 18+ to attend Against The Grain, and all ticket holders need to hold a valid ticket from either Oztix or Ticketmaster.
How much are tickets?
Early bird tickets are $119 and final release tickets are $139. Tickets to the afterparty are $20.
How do I get to the event?
We recommend catching public transport, as parking in the area is very limited. South Bank Train Station is the closest train station and is less than 15 minutes walking distance. The closest busway station is Mater Hill.
What are the set times?
Set times will be dropping closer to the date - stay tuned!
Is Against The Grain accessible?
Against The Grain is designed to be as accessible as possible, and we encourage you to share any access requirements in advance so we can support your experience, noting that some venue limitations apply.
Is there a capacity limit for the indoor venues?
Yes, venues across the precinct will operate at varying capacities and entry will be managed on a first in, best dressed basis, with one in, one out once capacity is reached.
Do you need a seperate ticket for the afterparty?
Yes, but they're only $20.
What food is available for purchase?
Fables Bar & Cafe (inside The Princess Theatre), Brisbane Brewing Co and C'est Bon will all have food available for purchase inside their venues. In addition to that, we'll have two food trucks in the car park, one of which is Birria Boy.
If you have any strict dietary restrictions, you can bring your own food. It just needs to be in a clear, sealed bag.
What can and can't I bring in to the event?
You can bring an empty, soft plastic water bottle, your bag, your ticket, your ID, sunscreen and a hat to the event. You cannot bring a camera, or anything you can't hold as we don't have a cloak room.
I have a question, who can I contact?
Please send us an email at openseason@thetivoligroup.com.au.