Sad news for fans planning to bask in the glow of live music under the Australian sun: Hello Sunshine Festival 2025 has been officially cancelled, according to organisers.
Originally slated for March 1st in Melbourne and March 8th on the Gold Coast, the all-ages festival had promised a lineup of iconic acts, including Stone Temple Pilots, Smash Mouth, and Wolfmother.
Statement from the Organisers
In a heartfelt statement, organisers explained the decision:
‘It is with great disappointment the current festival market paired with the very real cost of living crisis Australians are facing has resulted in a significant downturn in forecast ticket sales from previous years, placing the events in an unviable position.’
They continued:
‘This heartbreaking decision has not been made lightly; however, we believe the fans deserve the very best Hello Sunshine family experience. If that experience cannot be guaranteed, the responsible action is to cancel the events for 2025.’
Stone Temple Pilots to Perform Extra Shows
It’s not all bad news for fans of Stone Temple Pilots. The Californian rock legends will add two final dates to their SOLD OUT ‘Purple 30th Anniversary Tour’:
- March 2nd, 2025 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
- March 8th, 2025 – HOTA, Gold Coast
Existing Hello Sunshine ticket holders can use their tickets for these new shows. Any difference in ticket pricing will be refunded.
For fans who choose not to attend the rescheduled shows, full refunds will be offered, processed within 14 days of the request.
Refund and Ticket Transfer Details
Customers can submit requests for refunds or ticket transfers through the links provided by the organisers. For further assistance, queries can be directed to [email protected].
A Tough Blow for the Festival Scene
The cancellation of Hello Sunshine Festival underscores the challenges facing the live music industry in 2025. With skyrocketing costs and a cost-of-living crisis tightening wallets, even established events are struggling to stay afloat.
However, organisers remain optimistic about the festival’s future, stating, ‘We hope to be back in 2026 stronger than ever.’
A Shining Lineup That Won’t See the Stage
This year’s Hello Sunshine Festival had promised a dynamic, multi-genre lineup headlined by Stone Temple Pilots, marking their first Australian visit in over 20 years. Other acts included nostalgia-fuelled favourites Smash Mouth, Aussie rock powerhouse Wolfmother, country icon Kasey Chambers, and hip-hop artist Drapht, alongside family-friendly names like Bluey and Whistle & Trick.
While the festival has dimmed, fans of Stone Temple Pilots can still celebrate their return to Australia with these intimate anniversary shows.
