Ministry of Sound Summer Dance Festival

Melbourne

festival
Official tickets via Ticketmaster
WHEN Saturday 12 December
ADDRESS Kings Domain, Linlithgow Ave Directions

Ministry of Sound Summer Dance Festival returns to the iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl, with our biggest-ever Melbourne show! Due to overwhelming demand, the festival is expanding, transforming Sidney Myer Music Bowl into a multi-stage summer dance music playground with three unforgettable stages and an extended footprint into the gardens.

Headlined by CLASSICAL, performed live by the Ministry of Sound Orchestra, supported by global dance music icons Roger Sanchez (USA), Seb Fontaine (UK), Braxe + Falcon (FR), Utah Saints (UK), K-Klass (UK), DJ Paulette (UK), plus Australian favourites John Course, Minx, Sgt Slick, Anthony Pappa, Boogs, and a stacked lineup of local talent. This is a celebration of the greatest moments in dance music history and the artists who helped define our dancefloor; redefined, reworked and reimagined on a scale like never before.

The crowd-favourite Silent Disco returns, alongside the debut of the brand-new Golden Stage, delivering three distinct experiences across one massive festival destination. Expect curated bars, top-tier production, premium food offerings and unmissable festival moments as Australia’s favourite summer dance event returns bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever before.

Set within the lush surrounds of the Kings Domain Gardens, Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an iconic outdoor amphitheatre. With the Melbourne city skyline as your backdrop, this is the ultimate open-air dancefloor – soundtracked by the biggest dance anthems of all time.

This is your ultimate summer dance event.


Event Details:
4pm - 11pm, Saturday 12th Dec 2026
Sidney Meyer Music Bowl, Melbourne


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Frequently Asked Questions

It is a multi-stage dance music festival held at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl featuring live performances by the Ministry of Sound Orchestra and international DJ acts.

The festival takes place at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, located in Melbourne's Kings Domain gardens.

Check the official festival website for the most up-to-date dates and schedule in Melbourne.

Headliners include the Ministry of Sound Orchestra performing CLASSICAL live, alongside global DJs like Roger Sanchez, Seb Fontaine, Braxe + Falcon, Utah Saints, K-Klass, and DJ Paulette.

The festival features three stages spread across the Sidney Myer Music Bowl and the surrounding gardens.

Ticket availability at the venue varies; it's best to purchase tickets online in advance through the official festival website.

Yes, various food and beverage vendors operate within the festival grounds in Melbourne.

The event is designed primarily for adult audiences, so check the festival guidelines on age restrictions before attending.

Yes, valid photo ID is typically required for entry, especially for age verification and purchasing alcohol.

Public transport is recommended due to limited parking around the Sidney Myer Music Bowl; check local transit options for festival days.

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