experiences

Get ready for a toe-tappin’, boot-scootin’ helluva good time at CMC Rocks! Alongside our stellar lineup, we’ve got a heap of fun activities just for y’all. Take a gander at the extras on site and check back often to see what else we have in store.

Songwriters Show

An intimate experience where stories take centre stage. Hear the songs stripped back to how they were written, straight from the artists who lived them. Raw, real, and a festival favourite for a reason. Lineup out now.

Back Forty

Fresh Faces. Big Futures. Back Forty — our stage dedicated to emerging local artists with big dreams and even bigger talent. Catch them at Great Northern House and Cowboy Campground. Check out the lineup here.

Live Band Karaoke

Hit the Tailgate Stage and sing with a real band! Sign up daily with DJ Grizzly Adams from 4–7pm, Friday to Sunday. First in, best dressed — spots fill fast!

Alpha Blokes Live & Loud

Adventure Kings Gear are bringing Alpha Blokes LIVE & LOUD to CMC Rocks 2026.

Catch The Ultimate Game Show at Nifty’s Sports Bar: Sat + Sun 10:30am

Big Time Bootscooter

Step into the spotlight and show us your best moves at Big Time Bootscooter - our high-energy line dancing comp at Big Time Charlie’s. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or giving it a crack for the first time, this one's all about fun, footwork, and a shot at CMC glory. Registrations open for campers NOW.

Big Time Charlie's

The late-night ‘honky tonk of your dreams’, all weekend, Big Time Charlie’s serves up ice-cold cocktails and unmissable tunes.

Amazon Music After Party - Tailgate Stage

Get ready for the ultimate after-hours shindig, exclusive for Full Festival campers! As the main stage winds down, the Amazon Music After Party picks up the beat with the hottest Country DJs spinning your favourite tunes under the Tailgate Big Top.

Nifty's Sports Bar

Live sport, cold drinks, Bingo, Trivia, and Nifty’s late-night hoe-down — where sports fans and country hearts collide. Stay tuned for Nifty’s sports and entertainment schedules.

Kings Marshal Stations

Each Campground has its own Kings Marshal Station and a dedicated crew to look after our campers. Look for team members in hi-vis around the Marshal Station. Our Campground Map is available here, showing all customer service points.

Lucky Locker

Massive prizes. Hidden keys. One Lucky Locker. Scope out the CMC Rocks App and our Instagram Stories for clues to track down keys around the Festival - then try your luck at unlocking epic prizes from our mates across the weekend.

Big Boot

Snap a pic with our giant cowboy boot — the ultimate photo op for festival legends.

Neon Gateway

Neon Moon meets festival glam — it’s the place to grab a golden hour selfie or catch a memory with mates.

Horseshoe

Yeehaw! Snap a classic country shot in front of our Horseshoe — made for selfies and squad pics.

Ferris Wheel

Take in the festival from up high. Grab your mates (or your date) and soak up the views on our classic Ferris Wheel.

Music Shop & Artist Signings

Swing by to pick up music from CMC artists and meet your faves. Check back closer to festival dates for details.

Market Stalls

Stroll through our market stalls and discover country treasures, handmade goods, and tasty treats. See all the vendors here.

The YETI Station VIP Bar

VIP comfort with cold drinks, prime views and premium vibes. The YETI Station VIP Bar is your festival oasis.

Great Northern House

Chill under the marlin and sip a cold one at the Great Northern House — celebrating Queensland’s finest brew and lifestyle.

Casamigos Tequila Garden

Casamigos means ‘House of Friends’, so grab your mates and slide into the Casamigos Tequila Garden for small batch, ultra-premium margarita magic. 

The Boatshed Restaurant

Grab a seat and dig into hearty eats and local flavours. Book The Deck for a 90-minute premium session loaded with signature canapés and a premium beverage selection. It’s dining with a damn good view. Book here.

YETI Water Silo

As our official hydration partner, YETI is keeping you cool with their epic Water Silos, delivering chilled, filtered water all festival long. Don’t forget to pack your reusable bottle and swing by to stay hydrated while soaking up the vibes!

Ariat & Outback Traders

Step into the ultimate country look with Ariat and Outback Traders — premium boots, hats, and gear that’ll have you fest-ready in no time.

Country Labelled Footy Shorts

Rock Country Labelled Footy Shorts — built tough, worn proud, and perfect for reppin’ the Aussie bush lifestyle.

Honky Tonk Stomp Line Dancing

Honky Tonk Stomp Line Dancing is back - now with a freestyle finish. Start with guided line dancing lessons, then stay for our freestyle sessions. Hosted by Chris Watson (FRI + SUN) and Queens Country (SAT). Dances will be released before the festival. Strut, shuffle or wing it. Boots recommended. Talent optional.

Beard Bar

From classic haircuts to crisp beard trims and cut-throat shaves - all using Jericho Australia products to keep you lookin’ top-notch. Walk-ins available on site... We predict a lot of moustaches happening.

Face Painting

Free Face Painting to keep the smiles coming all weekend. Friday to Sunday, 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Beauty Bar

The Beauty Bar is officially moving to the campgrounds - making it a dedicated experience just for our campers!

That means our campers can keep feeling fancy all weekend long - touch-ups, glam sessions and good vibes, right where you’re living.

Now located in the Cowboy Campground

All campers welcome

Staying in another CMC campground? Jump on the internal shuttle and come get glam.

Book in here: cmcrocks.co/beautybar