Harvest Moon Music Festival - Nymboida 2027

Harvest Moon Music Festival — Nymboida, NSW (17–19 September 2027)

Nestled deep within the Clarence Valley at the leafy Nymboida Camping & Canoeing Centre, the Harvest Moon Music Festival in 2026 offered an unforgettable weekend that felt like a soulful embrace of music, community and the great Australian outdoors. What started as a humble post-COVID gathering for musicians has blossomed into one of regional NSW’s most heartfelt grassroots celebrations — a boutique festival experience where connection truly comes first.

🌲 A Unique Setting Under the Stars
Set against the backdrop of towering gums, rippling river waters and starlit skies, the festival brought artists and audiences together in a camping atmosphere rich with warmth and camaraderie. With only 350 campers and 150 day-pass visitors, the event retained an intimate, unhurried feel, inviting everyone to slow down, connect and soak in the vibes of early autumn in the bush.

🎶 Curated, Soulful Music
The 2026 lineup was a carefully curated celebration of local and regional talent. Festival-goers enjoyed performances from standout acts such as Grace & Hugh, Salt and Steel, Eye N Eye, Cosmic Crumb, Meltez, among others — a mix of styles that threaded together folk, blues, roots and indie into an uplifting weekend soundtrack.

Friday night was a special treat for campers, with live acts, and a communal BBQ setting the tone for connection and relaxation. On Saturday, the full festival program unfolded from morning until late evening, with bands and soloists taking the stage against the Creekside setting.

🍔 More Than Just Music
Beyond live sets, the Harvest Moon experience included market stalls, food vendors and community spaces where people could mingle, explore local art and flavours, and share stories under the glow of the rising harvest moon. Many attendees commented that this mix of music and meaningful community moments is what set Harvest Moon apart from larger, commercial festivals.

❤️ Spirit and Values
At its heart, Harvest Moon is rooted in sustainability, inclusivity and wellbeing, with organisers and volunteers ensuring the festival remained respectful of its location on Gumbaynggirr Nation land, and supportive of artists’ mental health and community connection.

Dear Festival Goer

DOGS

You will see that, this year, there is no provision for pets/dogs other than Registered Assistance animals. We've taken this difficult step this year following last years' experiences.

With 18 dogs on site in 2026 there were 2 known incidences of aggression towards festival goers and multiple occasions where dogs were off leash in the festival arena and running through, in, and around the sensitive creek side environment and campgrounds. All pet owners were advised to keep their pets on leash at all times

Whilst we believe that pet owners are caring and considerate, we have to ensure the safety of visitors and surroundings.

If you have a Registered Assistance animal coming, you will need to provide the Registration Papers prior to arrival. Please send them to harvestmoonfestnymboida@gmail.com

CAMERAS/PHOTOGRAPHY

We also would request that you just enjoy the festival with your eyes and put down your camera.

We employ a Professional Photographer each year to capture the moment. There is nothing more interruptive than 3 of 4 people standing in front of the stage taking snaps and getting in the way of those just trying to be present at the festival. It also distracts the performer from doing what they love to do. Too many times, bad or unflattering shots go to socials and that is not great for anyone.

So, following complaints last year from, performers and visitors, security will be on hand to monitor this.

The whole reason to attend a boutique festival in the bush is to put down technology and immerse yourself in the experience and freedom of music and where it can take you.

NIGHT CONSIDERATION

There is such a vibe after the show winds down that the party goes on around the campfires. We already prohibit the use of any type of drum, djembe, tambourine etc. on site and respect the need to unwind. We would ask this year that the party stops by 1am or before. There are visitors that come to enjoy but need their beauty sleep and that is totally understandable. Our security team will be active and circulating to help everyone get the best experience they can.

Thank you for your understanding, Harvest Moon Music Festival Committee