When

27 Feb

8:30pm

Access

Venue & access info here

Times

Gates open from 5pm

Duration

1hr 30mins, no interval

Note

Event proceeds rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, refer to this page at 3pm on the day of the performance for advice. Large crowds anticipated, capacity limits will apply.

Catering on site.
No BYO alcohol.

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Free Opening Concert

Pulp, fronted by the legendary Jarvis Cocker, defined a generation with their sharp, ironic take on everyday life. Hits like Common People have become anthems of a new class consciousness and their energetic live shows blend theatrical spectacle with an infectious mix of glam rock, disco, new wave and British indie.

In a return to the massive opening night concerts that have long been a part of the Festival’s DNA, we bring you Pulp, for free, in Elder Park. Fresh from their triumphant set on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage in 2025, Pulp’s highly anticipated return to Australia celebrates the release of the Mercury-nominated More, their first album in over 20 years. Expect a night of wit, energy and nostalgia from these “magnificently misshapen oddballs of British pop” (The Guardian).

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