Castlemaine Idyll 2026

Castlemaine Idyll is Castlemaine's annual talent contest. 

Local singers. Live band. Famous judges. A family inclusive event. Food. Bar. Plus fun & talent for miles...

Castlemaine Idyll 2026 will take place at Lot19 in Castlemaine on Saturday 14 of March.

This annual event is like a cross between a reality tv show, your high school eisteddfod, and the best karaoke night of your life.  Local hopefuls apply to sing a song in front of the crowd, but unlike a shoddy karaoke bar in the city, these crooners will be backed by a professional band with a killer horn section and sensational backing singers.  

This year’s event will feature 30 live performances, an extended running time (after-show DJ's & dancing, anyone?!), guest judges, hot outfits, great catering and perfect weather (we have our fingers and toes crossed). We're also bringing back KIDS KARAOKE on the small stage from 1pm.

Castlemaine Idyll is an uplifting, collaborative community event which brings joy and connection to a wide cross section of our community. The event is also supported by a whole host of other community organisations and local businesses - we thank them all for their support. 

1:00pm Doors

1:30pm Kids Karaoke Starts

2:45/3pm Kids Karaoke Ends

3:20pm Intro, housekeeping etc

3:30pm SET ONE

4:50pm Break

5:05pm Welcome to Country

5:20pm SET TWO

6:35pm Half Time Performance 

7:05pm SET THREE

8:50pm Presentation

9:10pm DISCO: DJ Clam

10:30pm End

No BYO, no pets, no idiots. 

PLEASE NOTE: Due to site capacity, tickets for Under 12's are limited. 

Castlemaine Idyll is held at lot19 - a non-profit community space, supporting the creative arts for the public benefit.We greatly appreciate any donation that you are able to give in order to keep our space thriving for our community, and events like Castlemaine Idyll alive. Donations are tax-deductible.