Blak Day Out, curated by Alethea Beetson (Blak Social Founder), is returning to Brisbane’s Open Season at Princess Theatre this July for its fierce fifth edition.
The next Blak Day Out promises to be an unforgettable night of music, culture, and community. . . With an electrifying line-up of First Nations artists. The landmark event celebrates the innovative, unstoppable and unapologetic voices of First Nations artists from across the continent.
“This event is about joy, music and community, bringing people together to experience the incredible talent of Indigenous artists across genres” Curator Alethea Beetson says. “We’ve always had world-class artists in our communities. Blak Day Out is about creating a platform that matches that talent and energy.”
The 2025 event, described by our reviewer as ‘a celebration of First Nations women, their stories and their storytelling’, was a sell-out success, featuring the likes of Christine Anu, Thelma Plum, and Miss Kaninna. It has built a well-earned reputation for bringing together major names alongside exciting new voices.
So who can you expect to see at Blak Day Out in 2026?
First up is seven-time ARIA Award winner Dan Sultan, known for consistently delivering critically acclaimed, chart-topping music including his 2023 self-titled album which earned the ARIA Award for Best Adult Contemporary Album. Dan has headlined the Sydney Opera House Forecourt, toured orchestral renditions of ‘Blackbird’, and shared stages with global icons.
Beddy Rays is next, bringing their rowdy, high-voltage live show and feel-good chaos to Blak Day Out. The Queensland four-piece was born from a school oval friendship and broke through with Gold-certified anthem ‘Sobercoaster’. . . Which now boasts more than 15 million streams, and Hottest 100 acclaim.
Becca Hatch’s blend of R&B, pop and dance has made the Kamilaroi and Samoan singer-songwriter one of this country’s most exciting contemporary voices. She emerged from Western Sydney, winning triple j Unearthed High Indigenous Initiative in 2017. Since, she’s delivered stand-out performances at major events, and opened for artists like Mahalia and Coldplay.
Next up is indie-pop artist Jem Cassar-Daley, known for soulful vocals and honest lyricism. She’s collected a string of awards and acclaim since her debut in 202. Plus, she has toured across the globe and appeared at showcases at The Great Escape in the UK, and supported artists like Thelma Plum, Peter Garrett, Tina Area, Tim Finn, and Dan Sultan.
Last but not least is Gomeroi artist Rox Lavi, born and raised in Ipswich and bringing a raw, evolving sound shaped by lived experience and lyrical instinct. Rox grew up in a household where his mother often sang, and they navigated financial hardship. He began writing poetry at a young age and was raised on rap.
Blak Day Out is an opportunity to soak up the sounds and stories at a celebration of First Nations music, resistance, and joy.
Blak Day Out is on at Princess Theatre (Brisbane) 24 July.
Blak Day Out 2026 Line-Up
Dan Sultan
Beddy Rays
Becca Hatch
Jem Cassar-Daley
Rox Lavi
