Island Vibe 2024

ISLAND VIBE OCTOBER 25-27 2024 Minjerribah, North Stradbroke Island

Now in it’s 18th year, the festival attracts acts from all over Australia, the Pacific Island nations from around the world. Held annually in late October, Island Vibe marks the beginning of the Australian summer festival season.

What to expect:

3 musical and multi media stages, 2 workshop zones including a kids space, a boutique bar stocking delicious locally brewed beverages, a mouthwatering food court, craft stalls, an expanded art gallery, cultural groups and workshops from Australia, the Pacific Islands and Latin American communities, cabaret artists, shade and comfortable chill spaces to enjoy the action packed program.

Island Vibe is all ages, family friendly and free for kids under 12.

Island Vibe offers a discount ticket to Cleveland And North Stradbroke Island residents with the postcodes 4183 and 4163.

Tickets and more info from www.islandvibe.com.au

THE LINE UP SO FAR... 

Skarramucci, a Jamaican born artist who is now one of Europe’s most talented and prolific reggae stars who has a career spanning 20 years. 6 Albums and countless Dancehall bangers. His Style explores Soul, Reggae – Dancehall, Rap and R&B - his talent is incomparable and his endless lyrical flow and creativity make his style unique and they gave him the title of the Dancehall President.

Emily Wurramara - A Warnindhilyagwa woman from Groote Eylandt, Emily Wurramara has spent most of her life growing up between Meanjin (Brisbane) and the Northern Territory. Writing and singing in both English and Anindilyakwa language, Wurramara’s music has added to a recent wave of contemporary Australian blues and roots music that has seamlessly brought the language of her people to new communities in a way that empowers and celebrates her culture.

Her music, honest and inspiring, has led Wurramara to establish a body of work that includes the acclaimed debut studio album, Milyakburra (2018) – a record that earned the performer an ARIA Award nomination, an AIR Award win; six Queensland Music Awards and over 16 million streams on spotify.

JStar - Jstar has been lauded for his back catalogue of over 100 dancefloor gold, official and unofficial, reggae and hip-hop remixes for the likes of Blackstreet, Gang Starr, Busta Rhymes, Major Lazer, Madness, DJ Vadim, Tack>Head, Mark Ronson, The Black Seeds and others.

Mista Savona - An Island Vibe regular - Mista Savona has garnered an international reputation through his ground breaking albums Melbourne meets Kingston, Kingston meets Havana part 1 and 2, Savona & Gaudi in Dub, Live at the Albert Hall and others. Expect an uplifting set of world music, Latin and Jamaican infused dancefloor incendiaries.

Playing Island Vibe for the first time are Kuranda's roots rock reggae crew The Pad Boys, who will be showcasing their Djabugay heritage with language and dance.  Minjerribah MC extraordinaire Sachem will be representing the home turf, playing alongside Melbourne's Cumbia maestros Amaru Tribe, Australian reggae stars Kingfisha, Byron's 2BïRD featuring WREN and Tashmeen, Brazil's Aripua, Brisbane's District Dub City, Hip Hop and Soul producer Staynice & Tahu Dubs, Brazilian percussion crew Batukanum,  Byron Bay Fm’s veteran funk/soul presenter Sunny Side Up, Byron’s Monsieur Diop, and the ever funky Moe Aloha, Border Ranges low frequency bombshell Bass Fairy and West End's incredible Drum n Bass duo the SugarFunk Fairies.

GETTING THERE ⛴️🚍

There are only 2 companies going to the island: our sponsor SeaLink (vehicle ferry + passenger ferry) and Stradbroke Flyer (water taxi only). Pre-bookings are essential. All ferries from the mainland to the Island leave from Cleveland and arrive in Dunwich (North Stradbroke Island). Stradbroke Flyer is the first terminal and then the SeaLink terminals are after on Emmett Drive, Cleveland.

There are limited ferry passes available - to ensure you and your friends arrive to the festival on time, we recommend booking your ferry passes early. No bookings required for Water Taxi passengers. Carpooling is not only a great way to look after the planet & have fun with your friends, but also to save on money!   

For more information on how to get to the festival, and how to book all available travel options, head to our website: https://www.islandvibe.com.au/getting-there

THE FESTIVAL SITE 🎪

Once you and your crew have made it to the beautiful main island, you can jump on a bus, follow the signs to Point Lookout, or use maps to journey towards our gorgeous Festival Site, located across from the Bowls Club, at Point Lookout Oval, E Coast Rd, Point Lookout QLD 4183.


CAMP ONLY AT DESIGNATED CAMPGROUNDS
Free camping and van camping has been flagged by local authorities as a deal breaker for Island Vibe. We urge all patrons to seek out the many accommodation options on the island - from holiday houses, hostels, resorts and campgrounds. 
Visit the Accommodation page on our website for more information on accommodation options.

CAMPING OPTIONS

We are offering 2 camping options. 

2WD and Van access - Our event partners Grounded Permaculture will be operating a campground approximately 7km from Dunwich. Look for the large G sign on the roadside. Facilities include compost toilets and drinking water. This site is accessible by public bus and festival shuttle.

4WD STRADDIE ADVENTURES CAMPING

Uncle Mark from Straddie Adventures has a wonderful beachside camp 5km down Main Beach. Perched next to an incredible freshwater swimming billabong, facilities include compost toilets, drinking water, Swags and 4WD  shuttle to and from the festival site.

Call Uncle Mark 0430 074555 to make arrangements.

NO BEACH FIRES
There is a real danger of a stray spark from a beach fire blowing into the forest and causing a bushfire. This rule isn't to dampen your fun, fires pose a huge risk to the people, animals and infrastructure of Minjerribah.

PUBLIC DRINKING
Please keep any consumption of alcohol to your campsite/accommodation or public bar. Roaming the streets with alcohol will result in fines from the police and reflects poorly on the festival.

PUBLIC NUDITY
We urge all patrons to pack boardies and bikinis for the beach. As tempting as it is to get some sun on the nether regions, there have been repetitive complaints to council over beach nudity. This in turn makes it difficult for Island Vibe to get a council permit, and no permit - equals no fun!

We urge all patrons to abide by the council rules, Emergency Services advice and cultural sensitivities of the island community. Please ensure you have accommodation booked and celebrate responsibly. Thank you!! x

What You Need To Present At The Festival Gates

You will need to bring your ticket printed out or on a mobile device to be scanned at the gate for entry to the festival, as well as a photo ID.
We highly recommend that you DOWNLOAD or PRINT your ticket BEFORE COMING as there is limited signal at the gate to access your ticket online.
The name on your e-ticket must match your photo ID to gain entry.

Terms and Conditions

NO REFUND POLICY
Festival Program is subject to change at short notice
Please read all T&C at https://www.islandvibe.com.au/terms-and-condition