Where and when is the festival held?
NewFarm, New Country takes place at NewFarm Campground, Denmark (Western Australia) from Friday 6 – Sunday 8 November 2026.
NewFarm Campground is located at 21 Tindale Road, Kentdale, on the corner of the South West Highway (Highway 1), which is around:
5 hours drive from Perth
3.5 hours drive from Margaret River
2 hours from Kojonup
1 hours drive from Albany
and about 25 minutes drive from either Walpole or Denmark.
NewFarm Campground is a stunning 62 acre ‘slice of paradise’ on WA’s southern coast, surrounded by beautiful beaches, forests and iconic attractions like Greens Pool and the Valley of the Giants. Find out more about it all here: https://www.newfarmdenmark.com.au
At what times will the music take place?
NewFarm, New Country kicks off at 6pm on Friday 6 November with sunset drinks, and will wrap up at midday on Sunday 8 November.
Friday 6 Nov – from 6pm, a sunset set on the rocks, the NewFarm Porch Sessions, our Country Music Quiz, and a star-gazing graze-set.
Saturday 7 Nov – a full day of music on the Morning Stage & Main stage, from 9am to midnight. All artists play this day, unless noted.
Sunday 8 Nov – ‘come down’ sets from early, warming up as we head up to midday, having you home in time for tea. Or stay and chill.
Festival Hours
- Gates open: Friday 6 November 5:00 PM – for “All Weekend” Ticket holders*
- Friday night close – midnight
- Gates open: Saturday 7 November 9:00 AM – for “All Weekend” and “Saturday Day” Ticket holders
- Saturday night close – midnight
- Gates open: Sunday 8 November 9:00 AM – for “All Weekend” Ticket holders
- Final act: Sunday 12.00 PM – to allow everyone to get home in time for Sunday dinner.
* If you are camping at NewFarm Campground, you can check in earlier on Friday afternoon – details in your campground booking.
Parking & Transport
- If you’re camping at NewFarm Campground, you can bring your vehicle into the Campground area, under the usual rules
- If you’re staying off-site, or just coming for Saturday day, there will be:
- Free general parking on the NewFarm site
- NB: no parking will be permitted on Tindale Road or South West Highway.
- Shuttle buses running from Denmark and Walpole – we’re working on this!
- Ride-share drop off zone inside the main entry gate on Tindale Road
Will food and drinks be available?
There will be food trucks and a coffee/snacks van at the festival on each of Friday night, Saturday and Sunday morning.
[stay tuned for details on our socials, and posted here – they’ll be yummy!]
There will also be a bar on Saturday, but not on Friday night or Sunday morning, which are both B.Y.O.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
NewFarm, New Country has two festival areas – the Campground and the Paddock.
The Campground is accessible only to ticket-holders who have purchased camping in the NewFarm Campground. The Campground is B.Y.O. food and drinks, but food trucks will be available each day of the Festival in the Paddock nearby. Please note – BYO alcohol cannot be taken into the Paddock.
The Paddock is accessible to anyone who has purchased a festival ticket (whether staying in the Campground or not). The Paddock is licensed for alcohol on Saturday, and our foodtrucks will be on-site. On Sunday, the Paddock will be BYO alcohol.
Please note – BYO alcohol cannot be taken into the Paddock on Saturday.
Small personal snacks and sealed non-alcoholic drinks are welcome in the Paddock. No glass containers will be permitted.
Food will be available from our foodtrucks, and drinks will be available the festival bar.
Which areas can I access whilst at the festival?
The Campground will only be accessible to festival-goers who have purchased camping at NewFarm Campground [or their guests].
If you have a ‘Saturday Day’ or ‘All Weekend’ ticket, you can access the Paddock on Saturday (and Sunday with the’All Weekend’ Ticket). There won’t be any access to the Paddock on Friday night.
What camping options are available?
NewFarm Campground is the primary spot to camp during the Festival – I mean, look at it will you! You can purchase NewFarm Camping at the same time as buying your ‘All Weekend’ Ticket. If you miss out, or don’t wish to stay at the Campground, there are other great camping and accommodation options within easy reach of the Festival. Visit our ‘Camping‘ page.
Are children allowed?
Yes! Kids 12 and under receive free general admission with a paying adult on a matching ticket. On Saturday, anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied and supervised by an adult in the licensed area of the Paddock.
Please note that some areas of the Campground and the Paddock are farming areas or contain rocks and trees, and we highly recommend that children are supervised by adults at all times. No specific family-friendly areas or activities are available throughout the weekend.
Is the site accessible for people with disabilities?
The festival grounds feature accessible toilets nd limited accessible parking. The Campground and the Paddock are grassed or sloping areas, and accessibility may be limited to some areas. Please enquire directly with us if you are unsure, by visiting out ‘Contact’ page.
What can’t I bring?
Items such as glass, drones, weapons of any kind, fireworks, and professional audio/visual gear are not permitted. A complete list will be available closer to the event.
You’re welcome to bring chairs, and are encouraged to bring picnic rugs!
Please also bring sun protection – hats, sunglasses, protective clothing and your choice of sunscreen. Limited sunscreen will be available.
Can I get a refund if I can’t attend?
All ticket sales are final, but name transfers may be available for a limited time prior to the event.

