South Bank, Double Agency and The Tivoli Group present Southwave: Summer Electronic Series
Rainforest Green – South Bank – Brisbane
2 January to 21 February 2026
Ft. Maribou State, Folamour, Rose Gray, Jimi Jules, DJ Seinfeld and many more…
Summer 2026 is kicking into gear, unleashing a wave of free, world-class electronic performances right in the heart of Brisbane.
Introducing Southwave: Summer Electronic Series, a program of free events across January and February 2026 that’s set to bring an influx of internationally renowned electronic artists to the River City, alongside some of Australia’s freshest local talent.
Presented by South Bank, Double Agency and The Tivoli Group, Southwave: Summer Electronic Series will take over South Bank’s Rainforest Green, creating a lush and tropical sonic retreat in the heart of one of Brisbane most iconic locations.
Across nine summer nights, Southwave will transform Rainforest Green into an open-air dancefloor – a pop-up venue pulsing with feel-good energy and the laid-back, welcoming vibe that Queensland is renowned for.
“Electronic music has always been about connection and possibility. This series takes the spirit of the club and puts it into the heart of the city – celebrating the diversity, creativity and boldness of the scene in a way that is open to everyone. We’re giving artists and audiences space to dance, breathe and celebrate what Brisbane can be when culture is accessible, ambitious and proudly ours” said Dave Sleswick, Curator and Creative Director, The Tivoli Group.
Southwave has partnered with some of Australia’s most trusted music promoters to create exquisitely soundtracked riverside afternoons that slide into deeper twilight sets. Plus, there’s pop-up bars, delicious food and more. Get ready to dance with…
MARIBOU STATE (DJ) (UK) • FOLAMOUR (FR) • ROSE GRAY (UK) • JIMI JULES (CH) •
DJ SEINFELD (SE) • BIMINI (DJ) (UK) • ABSOLUTE. (UK) • AMALIAH (UK) • BIG WETT •
NOT WITHOUT FRIENDS ft. Luke Alessi, William Kiss & Jordan Brando
(plus)
A Love Supreme DJ’s • Aldonna • Aliens In Love • Caramel Funk • Celine Boudelout • Chau • Deejay Hotline • DJ JNETT • DJ Windom Earle • Felix • Gumm • Juno Mamba •
Jussam • Kuzco • Laura Vizer • macloud • Melanin Mami • Natural Steps •
Orosa • PARIS • Phil Smart • Samantha Loveridge • Sampology • Shaq •
Squidgenini • Tullio • Varnan • Wax’o Paradiso
Maribou State will bring their warm, genre-blurring electronic sound to Brisbane with soulful, melody-rich DJ sets perfect for open-air summer nights, while French multi-instrumentalist Folamour will serve up the sunny, groove-driven energy that has made him a global festival favourite, blending soul, funk, disco, afrobeat and pop.
Blending 90s rave style with sharp pop influence, Rose Gray delivers glamorous, high-energy sets that fuse breaks, trance, and her powerful vocals, while Swedish producer DJ Seinfeld brings the emotional, club-ready sound of his acclaimed album Mirrors, a record that sharpens his once lo-fi style without losing the raw emotion that first defined his work, spanning house, garage, and breaks with top-notch production and deep feeling.
Swiss house legend Jimi Jules blends jazz-trained musicianship with his Swiss–Caribbean roots to create soulful, left-of-centre club music. His sets channel deep, expressive grooves shaped by years on the Zürich circuit. Bimini is a new cultural icon whose breakout fame on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK propelled them into global acclaim. Their sound blends fierce, late-night club energy with an innate sense of style and performance. And with a sound that spans high-octane house and techno, ABSOLUTE.has become one of the UK’s most exciting dance music figures; he brings explosive, unapologetic energy to dancefloors worldwide.
Southwave: Summer Electronic Series is curated by The Tivoli Group, the team behind The Tivoli, The Princess Theatre and Open Season who also contribute music programming to MELT, Brisbane Festival and Valley Fiesta. Southwave will coincide with and complement the inaugural On the Banks live music series at South Bank’s Cultural Forecourt, bringing music to the heart of Brisbane right across the summer and beyond!
“Southwave will add a new rhythm to South Bank’s summer,” said South Bank CEO Julia Scodellaro.
“Our collaboration with The Tivoli Group reflects a shared commitment to supporting artists, celebrating diversity and making culture accessible to everyone. We’re looking forward to making this summer at South Bank one to remember, through shared experiences, great music and moments that bring people together” she said.
Dave Sleswick added “Brisbane is entering a moment in time where our public spaces can and should be reimagined as spaces for art, music and togetherness — where young people, tourists and electronic music lovers can all share the same dancefloor. This program isn’t just about showcasing world-class artists; it’s about reshaping how we experience our amazing city together”
“Free, open-air events of this scale are rare, and we’re proud to offer something joyful, generous and ambitious for the humans of Brisbane. Through Southwave, we’re building the cultural muscle of the city – one dancefloor at a time.”
Brisbane’s summer pulse is at South Bank in 2026, a place to gather with friends, see your favourite artists and discover new ones. Get your dance on in the sunshine and stay for the stars.
Entry to Southwave:
Entry into the main event site is free, but registrations are essential. While registering your attendance doesn’t guarantee entry, it will help organisers monitor interest in each event and keep everyone up to date with set times and any important event information (like wet weather). If an event reaches capacity, guests will be admitted on a ‘one out – one in’ basis. Check the website for all the info!
Friday 2nd January
3pm – late
MARIBOU STATE (DJ) – Paris B2B Juno Mamba – Kuzco – Phil Smart
co-presented with Handsome Tours & Astral People
Saturday 3rd January
3pm – late
FOLAMOUR – Aldonna – Wax’o Paradiso – Celine Boudelot – A Love Supreme DJ’s
co-presented with Astral People
Friday 23rd January
5pm – 10pm
DJ SEINFELD – DJ JNETT – Sampology
Saturday 24th January
3pm – 10pm
NOT WITHOUT FRIENDS
Luke Alessi – Jordan Brando – William Kiss
with macloud B2B Caramel Funk – Laura Vizer
co-presented with Kindacool
Sunday 25th January (pre-public holiday)
3pm – 10pm
JIMI JULES – Amaliah – Gumm B2B Samantha Loveridge – Aliens In Love
co-presented with No Time & Kindacool
Sunday 1st February
2pm – 8pm **
NATURAL STEPS TAKEOVER
Chau – Squidgenini – Felix – DJ Windom Earle – Deejay Hotline – Natural Steps
co-presented with Natural Steps
** this event takes place at Streets Beach
Friday 20th February
5pm – late
ROSE GRAY – BIG WETT – Bimini – Absolute – Tullio
co-presented with Mushroom Group
Saturday 21st February
3pm – 10pm
FAMILY TREE TAKEOVER
Jussam – Melanin Mami – Orosa – Shaq – Vaman – Family Tree
co-presented with Family Tree
About The Tivoli Group
The Tivoli Group is one of Australia’s leading independent live-music and cultural organisations, responsible for Brisbane’s iconic venues The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre, as well as innovative festivals and creative initiatives including Open Season and Double Agency. With a commitment to artist-led programming, civic cultural impact, and building a sustainable creative future for Brisbane, The Tivoli Group champions diverse artistic voices and brings world-class cultural experiences to Queensland audiences.
About South Bank
South Bank is where nature, creativity and community converge. Home to iconic green spaces, lagoons, restaurants, and cultural venues, South Bank brings people together through vibrant events, world-class programming and unforgettable experiences at the edge of the Brisbane River.
The South Bank Rainforest is set to be transformed this summer, with The Tivoli Group bringing a lineup of international and local live DJ sets to an open-air dancefloor surrounded by greenery. Southwave: Electronic Summer Series isn’t a festival – it’s a season-long celebration of music, culture and nature. Think sunset to starlight sets from international selectors sharing space with the next wave of Australian music talent.
SOUTHWAVE: SUMMER ELECTRONIC SERIES
Rainforest Green – South Bank – Brisbane
2 January to 21 February 2026
All Free
Visit southwave.live
