What's On in Grafton

Get ready for high-octane action as V8 Dirt Modifieds clash at the iconic Lismore Speedway for Round 2 of the Mr Modified Series! Witness the return of Wingless Sprints, RSA Stockers, SSA Production Sedans, and SSA Junior Sedans. A night of speedway thrills awaits!

Australian rap icon Chillinit is hitting the red dirt this Summer, taking his boundless energy and smoked-out catalogue on the All Aussie Adventures Tour - a 25-date run spanning coastlines, country towns and everywhere in between.  From underground prodigy to chart-dominating force, Chillinit has redefined Australian rap with raw authenticity, unfiltered lyricism and an untouchable independent spirit.  Armed with multi-platinum hits, hundreds of millions of streams and a reputation for igniting chaos on and off stage, Chillinit’s upcoming AAA Tour marks his first regional tour since 2023’s wildly successful ‘420 Oz Crawl’ where he sold over 20,000 tickets touring Australia. Now, he’s bringing that same fire to regional Australia. So pack your swag, lace up your boots and get ready to ride shotgun – this isn’t just a tour, it’s a convoy. It’s chaos, it’s community, it’s an All Aussie Adventure – and you don’t want to miss it.

Join the NIMBUS CO. Cold Plunge Club, a free community ice bath initiative. Experience connection, community, resilience, and a reset for the body and mind. Celebrating Summer with Bondi Active, enjoy discounts and prizes. A grounding ritual for the busy season.

Ring in the New Year with timeless elegance at Kouzina! Dine & Disco – NYE 1926 takes you back to the Roaring Twenties with glamour, live jazz, burlesque, casino games, and DJs. Enjoy a feast with abundant buffet stations and canapés. Champagne at countdown to welcome 2026 in style. Dress to impress and capture the magic with 1MM.

Let your child’s and your imagination run wild in this fun, hands-on workshop where clay and gelato come together most sweetly! Kids and parents will hand-build and decorate their own clay creations, explore shapes, patterns, and textures using natural elements and learn hand-building techniques using air-dry clay.

Celebrate Roots and Culture with STEADY GROUND SOUND SYSTEM! Enjoy an all-vinyl journey by Selector Vlad, plus groove-driven sets by Brazilian DJ Victor Lopes, blending Hip Hop, Reggae, Funk, and Soul. Welcoming set by Salve Jorge. Family-friendly atmosphere at Wandana Brewery with amazing craft beers. Don't miss this night of music and good vibes!

THE GROWLERS with THE GROGANS   JANUARY 2026 22 – NORTHCOTE THEATRE, MELBOURNE, VIC 23 – TORQUAY HOTEL, TORQUAY, VIC** 24 – KING ST BANDROOM, NEWCASTLE, NSW 25 – MIRANDA HOTEL, CRONULLA, NSW 26 – LIBERTY HALL, SYDNEY, NSW 28 – KING’S BEACH TAVERN, SUNSHINE COAST, QLD 29 – FELON’S BARREL HALL, BRISBANE, QLD 30 – HOTEL BRUNSWICK, BRUNSWICK HEADS, NSW 31 – MIAMI MARKETTA, GOLD COAST, QLD ** THE GROGANS NOT APPEARING   After six long years, cult-favourite band The Growlers return to Australia as part of their first global run since 2019—a highly anticipated revisit that fans old and new have been waiting for. The 2026 global tour kicks off in Australia, where the band will perform across the East Coast with Melbourne’s very own The Grogans supporting. Fronted by the compelling presence of Brooks Nielsen, The Growlers’ return opens a new chapter in a story rooted in Southern California underground mythology. The band built a devoted global fanbase by pioneering the “Beach Goth” aesthetic — a fluid mix of surf-garage-pop-punk — and became legendary for early club and warehouse tours aboard their now-mythic school bus “Lizzie,” much in the spirit of the Merry Pranksters’ Furthur. The Growlers have made records with both Dan Auerbach and Julian Casablancas, and their studio evolution reached a high point with the Casablancas–produced album City Club alongside the earlier Chinese Fountain. And now, with longtime drummer Richard Gowen back in the fold, the chemistry that defined their best live shows has returned. While The Growlers paused full touring in 2019, Brooks Nielsen kept the creative engine running. Over the past few years Nielsen has released five solo albums and played hundreds of shows worldwide. That prolific solo era recently concluded with two sold-out nights at the Hollywood Palladium on October 30 & 31, 2025, setting the stage for The Growlers’ return. The band’s resurgence arrives with fresh music: the swaggering new singles “Feel My Funk” and “Crisis” deliver the familiar mix of groove and grit fans expect, and the recent Beach Goth Tape archival release shows they’re dialling in both nods to the past and bold moves ahead. The Growlers are back — ready to celebrate the songs, the fans, and the legacy that’s brought them here.

On Thursday 26 February, Byron Bay will once again feel the fire of the blues as Christone “Kingfish” Ingram returns to The Green Room for the Hard Road Tour. Following his sold-out 2025 tour, including a breakout performance at Bluesfest Byron Bay, the Grammy-winning blues sensation is back with his most ambitious album yet—Hard Road. Produced by Tom Hambridge alongside Patrick “Guitar Boy” Hayes and Nick Goldston, the record pushes the boundaries of the genre, infusing blues with rock, funk, R&B, and soul. Kingfish’s live shows are nothing short of extraordinary, combining jaw-dropping solos, soul-stirring ballads, and a stage presence that commands the room. His return to Byron Bay’s Green Room will showcase tracks from Hard Road alongside favourites from Kingfish, 662, and Live in London. Supporting the night is Ash Grunwald, the Australian bluesman with a reputation for raw, roots-driven performances that shake audiences to their core. With his unmistakable voice and gritty guitar playing, Ash is the perfect complement to Kingfish’s blistering sound. Together, they’ll transform The Green Room into a powerhouse of blues, roots, and soul for one unforgettable evening. ---------------------------------------- VENUE FAQS ID & OVER 18S All events are 18+ only. No minors or babies will be allowed to gain entry. All patrons must supply a valid approved form of ID for entry. PARKING We have ample parking on site and you will be guided into your parking space by our carpark attendants.  WHEELCHAIR ACCESS There is wheelchair access from the carpark to The Green Room. Our toilets, food and bar area are all wheelchair accessible.  GUIDE DOGS AND ASSISTANCE ANIMALS If you have an assistant animal please call management to discuss prior to the show. No other animals are allowed access to The Green Room or festival site.  SEATING There is mixed seating around The Green Room. Tables to dine undercover and relaxed seating next to the pond.   CASHLESS/ NO ATM All of the food vendors and bar purchases are by eftpos only. We do not hold cash or have an atm on site.   BEVERAGES AND FOOD TRUCKS Local Byron food trucks and a bar stocked with alcoholic and non alcoholic beverage options will be available from gates open until close. The Green Room promotes the responsible service and consumption of alcohol.  CLOAKROOM We do not have a cloak room on site.  WWW.THEGREENROOMBYRON.COM/FAQ [https://www.thegreenroombyron.com/faq]

Help your little ones ride like the big kids! Fun and interactive session teaching kids aged 4+ to ride confidently without training wheels.

Join Miss Ebony from Ebony Dance Company for a fun, high-energy Christmas dance celebration! Learn cool hip hop moves, play games, and dance to festive beats. No experience needed — just bring your best energy and Christmas spirit! Suitable for children aged 6 and over.

Immerse yourself in a deeply restorative sound journey. Facilitators guide you through layers of vibration and resonance. Sessions may support relief from stress, anxiety, grief, insomnia, fatigue, mental imbalance, difficulty concentrating, and chronic pain.