Australian heavy music fans have a major event to look forward to in early 2026. Parkway Drive, the internationally acclaimed metalcore band from Byron Bay, is bringing their self-curated music festival, Park Waves, to stages across Australia.
The band first launched the Park Waves Festival in Germany in 2024. It featured an explosive lineup of heavy acts including Fit For A King, Dying Fetus, Erra, Thy Art Is Murder, and Alpha Wolf, with Parkway Drive headlining. Now, the band is taking the concept back home for a nationwide tour, bringing the same energy and atmosphere to Australian audiences.
The announcement was made on July 6 through the band’s official social media, where they also invited fans to register on the festival's website for updates. This move came shortly after their highly praised performance at the Sydney Opera House earlier in the year — a show that cemented their reputation as one of Australia’s top live acts.
Backed by Destroy All Lines — the team behind major events like Good Things Festival and Knotfest Australia — Park Waves promises a full-scale festival experience with high production values and a powerful lineup. While the official artist lineup for Australia hasn’t been revealed yet, the previous European edition sets the bar high.
National Tour Dates and Locations Confirmed
What makes Park Waves unique is its reach. Instead of sticking solely to big cities, the festival will travel across both metro and regional areas, giving fans all over the country a chance to be part of the action.
Here are the confirmed 2026 dates and locations for Park Waves Festival:
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February 14 – Perth, WA (Langley Park)
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February 20 – Adelaide, SA (Showground)
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February 22 – Geelong, VIC (Showgrounds)
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February 28 – Scoresby, VIC (Caribbean Gardens)
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March 1 – Bendigo, VIC (Jockey Club)
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March 5 – Wollongong, NSW (Thomas Dalton Park)
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March 7 – Sydney, NSW (Eastern Creek)
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March 8 – Maitland, NSW (Showground)
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March 12 – Toowoomba, QLD (Queens Park)
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March 14 – Byron Bay, NSW (Cavanbah Centre – pending approval)
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March 15 – Sandstone Point, QLD (Hotel venue)
This mix of locations shows a clear intent to bring the festival to a wide audience — not just to city dwellers but also to regional fans who often miss out on large-scale events.
With the Byron Bay show still awaiting final approval, it would mark a meaningful homecoming for Parkway Drive if it goes ahead. The band originally formed there more than two decades ago, making the coastal town a fitting final stop on their national tour.
What Fans Can Expect
Although the full lineup is still under wraps, fans can expect a powerful mix of international heavy acts and local talent. Based on the European edition of Park Waves, it’s likely that the Australian leg will feature a similar blend of metal, hardcore, and heavy rock bands.
The festival is shaping up to be more than just a concert — it’s expected to offer a full day of high-energy performances, festival-style setups, and possibly even unique experiences curated by Parkway Drive themselves.
Tickets and further details will be released soon. Fans are encouraged to register early to avoid missing out, as anticipation is already building for what could become one of the country’s biggest heavy music events.
Park Waves isn’t just a concert — it’s a celebration of Australia’s deep-rooted heavy music culture, brought to life by one of its most successful bands. With a tour that spans the entire east coast and beyond, 2026 looks set to start with a bang for fans of heavy music.
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