Lasso Country Music Festival 2026
If you’ve been searching for proof that South East Queensland has a beating heart for country music, the Lasso Country Music Festival is your answer.
Queensland’s Lasso Country Music Festival embarked on its biggest edition to date in 2026, announcing an epic lineup featuring its first-ever international headliner — American breakout country star Drake Milligan.
The festival continues its ascent as one of Australia’s most exciting independent country music events, returning to Distillery Road Market in Eagleby — known for its progressive programming and strong commitment to original Australian country music.
Whether you’re a die-hard twang devotee, a casual fan looking for a brilliant winter’s night out near Brisbane, or a family wanting something genuinely special — Lasso delivers. Here’s everything you need to know.
Quick Reference: Lasso Country Music Festival 2026
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, 11 July 2026 |
| Gates Open | 2:00 PM |
| Music Until | 10:30 PM |
| Venue | Distillery Road Market, 124 Distillery Road, Eagleby QLD 4207 |
| Distance from Brisbane | 32 km southeast |
| Adult Ticket (18+) | $80 |
| Youth/Child Ticket (5–17) | $50 |
| Infants (0–4) | Free |
| Ages | All ages (licensed event) |
| Ticketing | Oztix / lassocmf.com.au |
| Parking | Free undercover parking on site |
What Is the Lasso Country Music Festival?
Lasso was built from the ground up by the father-daughter duo Ken and Ashlyn Dinsdale from Goldspur Entertainment — created to provide a more accessible and local festival to fans, while also giving emerging artists a platform on a proper festival stage.
Lasso is produced with a commitment to showcasing the authentic heart of modern Australian country music. Following the sold-out 2024 Lasso CMF and a buzzing 2025 event, Lasso is a fresh new take on what country music festivals are all about.
This festival is the perfect entry point to country music for busy urban people who want a night out, not a holiday and a second mortgage.
And that ethos shows in every decision — from the accessible ticket price to the free undercover parking and the proximity to two of Queensland’s biggest cities.
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The 2026 Headliner: Drake Milligan’s Tumbleweed World Tour
Texas sensation Drake Milligan brought his Tumbleweed World Tour to Eagleby — known for his Elvis-inspired swagger and traditional country roots, Milligan delivered an electrifying performance.
The Texas-born singer-songwriter has quickly become one of country music’s most talked-about new voices, praised for his traditional influences, charismatic live performances, and crossover appeal.
Known for blending classic country with early rock ‘n’ roll energy, Milligan has built a reputation as a modern traditionalist with serious stage presence, returning to Australia riding the momentum of his new album Tumbleweed, a confident follow-up to his 2022 debut Dallas/Fort Worth.
With Brisbane his #1 Spotify city for monthly listeners (with Sydney and Melbourne also in his Top 5), Drake also played concerts in Melbourne and Sydney as part of his July 2026 Australian run.
His Lasso appearance was the crown jewel — and the first time an international artist has headlined the festival.
Festival Director Ashlyn Dinsdale said: “I’m incredibly proud that we get to host Drake Milligan at Lasso. We started this festival with the goal of delivering fresh, modern line-ups while creating real opportunities for emerging artists. Having Drake headline in 2026 not only fulfils that vision, it genuinely exceeds what we imagined was possible at this stage of the festival’s journey.”
The Full 2026 Lineup
Joining Milligan at Lasso 2026 was a diverse, carefully curated roster of Australian talent: The Wet Whistles, Austin Mackay, Tyla Rodrigues, Briana Dinsdale, Michael Honan, Jaydin Shingleton, Jay Santilli, Riley Ziskey, Beau Shearer, and Phoebe Rose.
With such an impressive lineup of rising stars and emerging talent, Lasso highlighted the next generation of country music.
The 2026 edition was held across two stages — an outdoor main stage and an indoor, free-entry acoustic stage
— meaning even those who hadn’t grabbed a paid ticket could catch acoustic performances inside the venue all day.
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Beyond the Music: What Else Was On
Lasso isn’t just a concert — it’s a full day out.
In addition to music, festivalgoers enjoyed great food and drinks, artisan markets, official merchandise, and artist signing sessions.
Lasso loves fan-to-artist connection, which is why all acts are invited to say hi to their fans at the festival. The signings were held directly next to the merch tent.
The Lasso Long Weekend
Lasso CMF did a full weekend takeover with Distillery Road Market, providing three days of country music fun — including a line dancing session with Gilly’s Line Dancing on Friday 10th July in the Outdoor Entertainment Precinct, to warm up for Lasso on the 11th.
The weekend wrapped up on Sunday 12th July with two top-tier acts: Piper Rodrigues and Open Season Band. Best of all, the Lasso Long Weekend events were completely free and all ages.
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About the Venue: Distillery Road Market, Eagleby
Situated halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, just off the M1 Motorway, Distillery Road Market is South East Queensland’s vibrant dining, entertainment and events destination — featuring a mix of spacious indoor and outdoor areas where visitors can enjoy quality food, great coffee, onsite brewed lagers, live music and a lively calendar of events.
Food options include Zarraffa’s Factory Direct Cafe, Sugarcreek Smokehouse, Perentie Brewing Co., Posadas Mexican Kitchen, Wing It and Slice It
— more than enough to keep festival-goers fuelled across a full afternoon and evening.
Distillery Road Market has been recognised as winner of the Logan Urban Design Awards 2025 Distinctive Award and Queensland Tourism Awards 2025 New Tourism Business Bronze.
The venue’s outdoor undercover entertainment precinct means the festival runs rain, hail or — as is more likely in Queensland’s mild winter — perfectly pleasant sunshine.
Getting There
Distillery Road Market is located at 124 Distillery Road, Eagleby QLD 4207, just off the M1 motorway at exit 35, halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
45 minutes from either Brisbane or the Gold Coast, or right on your doorstep if you live in Logan
— this is one of the most accessible festival locations in South East Queensland.
Getting there:
- By car: Take the M1 to exit 35.
Distillery Road Market has free, all day undercover parking.
- By train:
The venue is easily accessible via public transport — Beenleigh train station is just 2 km away, or a 4-minute rideshare from the venue.
- By rideshare: Uber and other rideshare services work well for the return trip.
Distillery Road Market also provides accessible parking close to the venue and fully accessible facilities for patrons with mobility needs.
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Tickets and Pricing
Tickets were priced at $80 for adults (18+), $50 for youths and children (5–17), and free for infants (0–5).
Lasso is a licensed, all-ages festival
, making it a perfect fit for families, groups of friends, or solo country music fans.
Tickets were available through Oztix and the official Lasso website at lassocmf.com.au.
Tickets for this boutique event traditionally sell out fast
— so if you’re planning to attend a future edition, sign up to The Loop on the Lasso website for early access.
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Why Lasso Is Different from Every Other Country Music Festival
The Dinsdales are doing some heavy lifting — not just for bringing people to country music, but for showing a new option for music festivals. One-day, convenient, and bucking the idea that you have to be a million miles from anywhere, Lasso is showing a new path for suburban music.
No camping gear. No marathon drives. No second mortgage.
You can do your Saturday morning rituals, grab a bite of lunch, and head on in — 45 minutes from Brisbane or the Gold Coast.
That’s a genuinely rare thing in the Australian festival landscape.
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