South Coast Emo by Jarrod Berwick

South Coast Emo is a single-day showcase of alternative and emo-adjacent bands from the Dharawal to Eora regions, featuring Local Tough Guy, YEARN, Benchwarmers, Stom, and more. The event takes place on April 24, 2026, at Side Door Theatre in Wollongong, with doors opening at 6:00 PM and performances running until 9:30 PM. Highlights include sets from Stom (6:30-7:00 PM), Benchwarmers (7:15-7:45 PM), YEARN (8:00-8:30 PM), and headliners Local Tough Guy (8:45-9:15 PM). Hosted by Rising Arts Productions at the volunteer-run, not-for-profit Side Door Theatre, which supports local artists through patron donations to maintain accessibility.