7 Apr 2025
Highly-Anticipated Port Kembla Festival Unveils Cultural Line-Up For 2025
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HEADLINERS
Annie Hamilton, Harvey M, Milo Eastwood, Press Club
LINE-UP
Anna B, Barely Passable, Clint (FR), Dyllan Floyd, e4444e, Fig, Freyja Garbett, Grinding Eyes, Groove Sister, Jess Locke, Jimmy BYO, Julia Why?, Lahgo, Latino Sabor, Los Echo, Luja Murfi, Mash, Moody Gurlz, Nick Calligeros, Pulse, Russel W, Sako Dermenjian, Sinner G, Sooky La La’s, Soul Flamenco, Summer Guppys, Sultans of Spin, The 515 DJ’s, Where’s Warry
VENUES
Military Lane, The Servo, The Iron Yampi, Future Artifacts, The Bank Space, The Shave Cave, The Wentworth, NASA Gallery & Studios, Number 99, The Panthaway, Port Beirut, Black Metal Motor Co, Red Point Arts Studio
Now in its fourth year, the highly-anticipated Port Kembla Festival is set to ignite the cultural spirit of Port Kembla with a vibrant mix of music, arts, and entertainment on April 12, 2025, from 2pm. Free to attend with RSVP here, the festival draws thousands of visitors from near and far, transforming the town into a bustling hub of creativity and celebration as people flock to experience its electric atmosphere and diverse performances.
Across 10 venues and unique surprise spaces, the event comes alive with a dynamic mix of indie rock, electronic, soul, and experimental sounds, showcasing Australia's most cutting-edge talent. Attendees can explore the festival’s diverse areas, encountering unexpected music stages, pop-up shows, and immersive light and sound installations. The 2025 line-up brings a spectacular selection of artists, headlined by singer/songwriter Annie Hamilton, Client Liaison's Harvey M, house DJ/producer Milo Eastwood, and punk powerhouse Press Club. Clint (FR), Barely Passable, Freyja Garbett, Jess Locke, Julia Why?, and Grinding Eyes—along with many others—will take over 14 diverse stages. New additions include three extra stages, a closed laneway dance stage, and a Low Sensory Stage at The Panthaway, catering to neurodivergent and introverted guests with gentle live music, yoga, art therapy, and Q&As with Love on the Spectrum stars.
In an exciting debut, NASA Gallery & Studios will showcase creative works, joining an array of stunning light projections and custom soundscapes set to transform Port Kembla for the night. Alongside this highly anticipated experience, other favourites include the World of Food, twilight markets, Wonderwalls Pop-Up Jam, Light Art, Red Point Open Studios & Exhibition, Yakka's Psychedelic Garage, and Yoga Jam, a fusion of live music and guided yoga. The festival champions accessible arts and music while honouring the Dharawal people, traditional custodians of the land. It showcases both First Nations heritage and contemporary creativity.
Founded by boutique event production and booking agency, Holy Pavlova, the festival was created to encourage free exploration of Port Kembla’s many unique and vibrant spaces, achieved by curating an eclectic mix of live music, art, and cultural experiences along Wentworth Street and beyond.
Harrison Hall, founder of Holy Pavlova says:
"Port Kembla Festival is about discovering incredible spaces, experiencing groundbreaking artists, and being immersed in light, sound, and culture. In 2025, we’re expanding with more stages, dynamic performances, and unexpected moments that make the festival so special. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back”
Although Port Kembla is often linked to heavy industries, it boasts a deep-rooted music and arts history, beginning with the First Nations communities who have lived in the area for thousands of years. As the region’s largest annual live music event, the festival thrives thanks to the dedication of its host venues, Military Lane, The Servo, The Iron Yampi, Future Artifacts, The Bank Space, The Shave Cave, The Wentworth, NASA Gallery & Studios, Number 99, The Panthaway, Port Beirut, Black Metal Motor Co, and Red Point Arts Studio. The 2025 event is made possible through the support of valued partners including Revive Live (NSW Gov), Wollongong City Council, Destination NSW, Port Kembla Chamber of Commerce, Dharawal Distilling Co and Principle Brewing.
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ABOUT HOLY PAVLOVA
Holy Pavlova is a leading event production and booking agency based on the NSW South Coast. For nearly a decade, it has brought live music to venues and unique locations across cities, coastlines, and mountains.
Each year, Holy Pavlova curates experiences that keep audiences coming back. From weekly music bookings and multi-arts festivals to pop-up events, council programs, and brand activations, the agency prides itself on pushing creative boundaries and forging meaningful connections with audiences.
Holy Pavlova has collaborated with some of the most exciting names in Australian music. With deep roots in a strong creative community, it is also committed to giving back—regularly hosting charity live music events and developmen