Great Southern Nights Midtown transforms the Midtown Newcastle precinct into a music destination across 11 venues on May 1-2, 2026, from 5pm to 2am. Attendees can venue-hop between rooftop sessions, intimate spots, indie rock, house sets, sunset serenades, and late-night dance parties featuring artists like Radio Free Alice, Adam Newling, Animal Ventura, DJ Perry Cater, and many more. Part of Great Southern Nights 2026, the event offers free general admission with separate tickets for select venues like King Street Band Room and Koutetsu. Roving creative talent adds surprises throughout the night, allowing participants to chart their own course through multiple stages and endless possibilities.