5 Nov 2026
DIANA ROSS TO HEADLINE SYDNEY SUMMERTIME FOR HER ONLY AUSTRALIAN SHOW
Global music icon Diana Ross is returning to Sydney for the first time in more than two decades, headlining the Sydney Summertime concert series for her only Australian performance, on Friday, 5 March 2027.
Presented by Black Peach Touring, the legendary performer will bring Diana Ross Freedom in Motion to Centennial Park for an exclusive, one-night-only concert, taking place on the eve of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.
Joining Ms Ross will be Groove Armada (DJ Set), the acclaimed British electronic music duo behind dancefloor anthems Superstylin’, I See You Baby and My Friend. With a career spanning three decades, the duo have become one of the UK’s most celebrated dance music acts, with more special guests to be announced soon.
In a major partnership with Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, the concert will form part of the festival's official 2027 program, bringing one of the world's most celebrated entertainers to Sydney for one of the city's most iconic weekends of music, pride and celebration.
Diana Ross is a radiant icon, the ultimate entertainer who has blazed a trail of glory across decades. Her unparalleled vocal artistry, genre-defying style, on-stage glamour and unstoppable creative force continue to rewrite popular culture.
Born in Detroit's North End neighbourhood, Ross rose to global prominence as the leader of The Supremes, shattering records with hits like Where Did Our Love Go, Stop! In the Name of Love and You Can't Hurry Love.
As a solo artist, she continued to break boundaries with timeless classics including Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Upside Down, The Boss, Touch Me in the Morning, Endless Love and I'm Coming Out. Her artistic essence transcends music, with a profound influence on fashion, stage, film and television.
A recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and American Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, Ms Ross is a legend in every sense.
Created and presented by Black Peach Touring, Sydney Summertime is the first major project from founders and directors Jessica Ducrou and Elise Huntley, who each bring more than 30 years of experience in Australia's live music industry.
Jessica Ducrou and Elise Huntley, Co-Founders and Directors of Black Peach, said
NSW Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said:
Audiences attending Diana Ross Freedom In Motion at Sydney Summertime will be able to choose from a range of concert experiences, including General Admission, Gold Circle, The Grove VIP Village, The Terrace and Corporate Suites. Beyond the stage, guests can enjoy Sydney restaurant pop-ups, food trucks, bars and hospitality offerings throughout Centennial Park.
With a career defined by music, glamour and self-expression, Diana Ross’s return to Sydney on the eve of the Mardi Gras Parade brings an added significance to one of the city’s most celebrated weekends. Ms Ross’s performance will offer fans from across the country the chance to be part of her long-awaited return, as Sydney comes alive for a weekend of music, pride and celebration.
Sydney Summertime is presented by Black Peach Touring and proudly supported by Destination NSW.
DIANA ROSS - FREEDOM IN MOTION
SYDNEY SUMMERTIME
ONLY AUSTRALIAN SHOW
With special guests Groove Armada (DJ Set) + more to be announced soon.
Friday 5 March 2027
Centennial Park, Sydney
Presented by Black Peach Touring
Part of the official Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2027 Program
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Website: www.sydneysummertime.com
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ABOUT SYDNEY SUMMERTIME
Sydney Summertime is a new outdoor concert series launching at Centennial Park in late February and early March 2027. Presented by Black Peach, the independent event experience company founded by Jessica Ducrou and Elise Huntley, the limited season of standalone concerts will bring major international headliners and Australian artists to one of Sydney’s most iconic outdoor settings.
Set within 189 hectares of parklands minutes from the Sydney CBD, Sydney Summertime combines world-class live music with a range of ticket experiences and a food and beverage offering showcasing some of Sydney’s best restaurants, bars, food trucks and cellar doors. Proudly supported by Destination NSW, Sydney Summertime is a fresh addition to Sydney’s major events calendar, created for locals and visitors to experience great live music in the heart of the city.
ABOUT BLACK PEACH
Black Peach is an independent events company founded by Australian live music and entertainment executives Jessica Ducrou and Elise Huntley.
Ducrou and Huntley each bring more than three decades of experience across festival development, event management and live entertainment. Their collective experience spans some of Australia’s most recognised festivals and events, including Splendour in the Grass, Falls Festival, Homebake, Harvest Rock, Download Festival and Sydney City Limits.
ABOUT DESTINATION NSW
Destination NSW is the lead agency for the visitor economy in the NSW Government – its champion and voice. Driving a whole-of-government approach to growth, Destination NSW is responsible for leading the delivery of the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy 2035 in partnership with government and industry. Destination NSW shapes the sector through strategic research, policy leadership, stakeholder engagement, commercial partnerships, and targeted investment in experiences, business support, marketing and events.