MACCLESTOCK 2026

Outlaw-Blues outfit Badland Caravan have hitched up with Sixteen Hands High to proudly present MACCLESTOCK 2026, an independent music festival, curated to showcase some of Adelaide’s most compelling up and coming Rock n Roll, Blues and Psychedelic acts. Hosted by Three Brothers Arms Hotel in the scenic hills' village of Macclesfield, MACCLESTOCK 2026 alchemises eight classic rock inflected bands onto one outdoor stage for a happening you’ll be telling your grandkids about. 

MACCLESTOCK 2026

SAT 13 JUNE

Three Brothers Arms

Macclesfield SA

Peramangk Country

Featuring live bands...

Badland Caravan

Oblivia Jean

The Lachie George Band

Albatross 

Carr Accident

The Selenes 

Jaded Earth

Will Everest

Gates open 3pm

First band 3:30pm

Free Camping in the venue grounds

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GENERAL INFO

THE VENUE

The Three Brothers Arms in Macclesfield, is one of the oldest (and coolest) pubs in the Adelaide Hills, and prides itself on good beer, good food and good music. It's about a 45 minute scenic drive from Adelaide to Macclesfield.

HOW DO I GET TO MACCLESFIELD?

The best way depends on your priority: driving (fastest/most flexible) takes ~45 mins; the Adelaide Metro Route 850 bus (cheapest) takes ~1.5 hrs with transfers via Aldgate/Mt Barker; while Uber/rideshare offers convenience but costs significantly more. Driving gives freedom through the scenic Adelaide Hills, but the 850 bus is budget-friendly to travel. *Please double check weekend times and routes.

Here's a breakdown:

1. By Car (Fastest & Most Flexible)

Route: Head east from Adelaide through the city, onto the M1 Freeway (South Eastern Freeway), then follow signs towards the Adelaide Hills and Macclesfield (via Hills Road/Mount Barker Road, then connecting roads).

Time: Around 45-50 minutes, depending on traffic.

Pros: Direct, scenic, set your own schedule.

Cons: Fuel costs. 

2. By Bus (Most Budget-Friendly)

Service: Adelaide Metro Route 850 (operated by SouthLink).

Route: Catch the 850 from Adelaide to Aldgate or Mount Barker, then transfer to a connecting service (like Route 857) towards Macclesfield.

Time: Roughly 1.5 hours or more with transfers.

Pros: Very cheap, uses standard Adelaide Metro fares.

Cons: Slower, requires timetable checking and potential waiting for connections, mainly Mon-Fri. *Please double check weekend times and routes.

3. By Rideshare/Taxi (Convenient but Pricy)

Service: Uber, Didi, or traditional taxi.

Time: Similar to driving, around 50 minutes.

Pros: Door-to-door service, no navigating needed.

Cons: Significantly more expensive than the bus (estimate $70+ for Uber). 

Recommendation:

For a quick, scenic trip with freedom, drive. Gather your pals together from a road trip to the hills. Throw your swags in, and camp the night. Grab a coffee and bacon and egg sarnie from the local general store Sunday morning.

Let's look out for each other and make sure everyone feels welcome, safe and free to have a bloody good time! Dickhead-ery will not be tolerated.

CAMPING

Free camping is available on site at the venue in Macclesfield. Three Brothers Arms has a big backyard to pitch a tent or set up a swag. There's also room for a car or van just down the road at Davenport Square. Arrive early to get the best spot!

SET TIMES

Set times will be advertised about a week or two out from the event, but the first band will kick off about 3:30pm and we'll keep the good vibes rollin' 'til about 11:30pm.

PARKING

There's limited street parking at the venue, so if you miss out, try the campground/oval just down the road.

FOOD

Three Brothers Arms will be serving up their fantastic pub grub, with their signature wood-fired pizzas to die for!

DRINKS

Three Brothers Arms has a good selection of beers on tap, along with award winning hills' wines and all the usuals.

If you have any questions, please send Todd at Sixteen Hands High an email or call John at the pub on (08) 8388 9265.

We acknowledge that we meet, work, play and create on the traditional country of the Peramangk people of the Adelaide Hills. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land, sky and waters. We acknowledge that they are of continuing importance to the Peramangk people living today. We recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Always was, always will be.