This winter, don't fight the cold-celebrate it. Darker Days Festival is your excuse to rug up, raise a glass and revel in the best of beer, music and midwinter magic.

This family‑friendly winter party brings the heat with hearty food, live music that hits hard, and fires that keep the night glowing. Eat well, drink warmly and let the festival energy carry you through the cold.

Expect bold pours and fun surprises—from hop‑forward favourites to fresh, fruity new styles, plus collaborations and limited releases you won't find anywhere else. If you love your beer adventurous and your winters cosy, you're in the right place.

Turning the volume way up, The Grogans roll in from the coast with their gritty mix of surf, punk, blues and garage rock, delivering a high‑energy live show made for stomping boots and raised cups.

Joined by Rageflower, Five Buck Kid, Sophie Kelly, Paul Lennon and Matt O'Gorman, the soundtrack to Darker Days is just as big as the bonfire.

Guest Breweries pouring the good stuff: Garage Project (NZ), Bracket Brewing (NSW), Kaiju! Beer (VIC) and Blackmans Brewery (VIC).

Whether you're chasing bold flavours, live music, winter magic or just a great excuse to celebrate the season, Darker Days Festival is where winter comes alive.