Lighthouse Rock is returning in 2027, bringing some serious rock royalty to regional Queensland, including headliners the Doobie Brothers.
The festival will take over Burnett Heads, near Bundaberg, on Saturday, October 30th, with Jon Stevens, Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons, Mark Seymour, Toni Childs, Eurogliders, Taxiride, and the Abby Skye Band also confirmed to perform.
Marking its fourth edition following sold-out events in 2022, 2023 and 2026, Lighthouse Rock will welcome its first international headliners next year, alongside the introduction of expanded on-site camping facilities.
It marks the Doobie Brothers’ first Australian appearance since the release of their 16th studio album, Walk This Road, in 2025. The record served as the first time principal members Tom Johnston, Patrick Simmons, John McFee and Michael McDonald recorded a studio album together, as well as McDonald’s first collection of new recordings with the band in four decades.
The upcoming performance also coincides with the 50th anniversary of the band’s 1976 album Takin’ It to the Streets, which introduced McDonald as a lead vocalist and keyboardist.
With more than 48 million albums sold, four Grammy Awards and an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the US rock veterans have a huge catalogue spanning hits including “Long Train Runnin'”, “China Grove”, “Black Water”, “What a Fool Believes”,and “Listen to the Music”.
Joining them is Jon Stevens, whose career has included fronting Noiseworks and INXS. His Lighthouse Rock appearance will feature material from his band catalogues, as well as his successful solo career.
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Jo Jo Zep & the Falcons will also reunite for a rare live appearance, with Joe Camilleri and Wilbur Wilde returning to the stage. The influential Melbourne outfit, whose hits include “Hit and Run”, Shape I’m In”, and “So Young”, have performed only a handful of times since their original heyday.
Meanwhile, Hunters & Collectors frontman Mark Seymour will draw on more than four decades of songwriting, while Toni Childs will bring her catalogue of international hits, including “Don’t Walk Away”, “Stop Your Fussin'”, and “I’ve Got to Go Now”.
Eurogliders will also appear on the bill, with Grace Knight continuing to perform the band’s music following the passing of founding member Bernie Lynch in March 2026. The group rose to prominence in the 1980s with hits including “Heaven (Must Be There)” and “We Will Together”.
Rounding out the main stage lineup are Melbourne pop-rock outfit Taxiride and Queensland’s the Abby Skye Band.
Tickets will go on sale at 10am on Thursday, November 19th, following a presale from 10am on Tuesday, November 17th. All times are AEST. Sign up for presale here.
On-site camping will be available from Friday, October 29th, with unpowered sites, parking, showers and food facilities. If camping isn’t your style, transport options will be announced in due course.
“We are totally pumped to be bringing such a huge act from the USA to Bundy to perform on this all star stacked bill,” Lighthouse Presents’ Gavin Hales said.
“We’re thrilled to bring Lighthouse Rock back for our 4th event. We’ve listened and responded to feedback from previous years and can confirm there’ll be some changes in 2027 including larger food and beverage areas and more experienced staff and community groups to assist faster service and gate entry. We have also updated communications on site with state of the art technology so we won’t miss a beat. Can’t wait to see you all there!”
Beyond the main stage, the festival will feature a dedicated local music stage, with its lineup to be announced in early 2027. Lighthouse Presents and Triple M Bundy will also bring back their Battle of the Bands competition, offering emerging local artists the opportunity to perform in front of more than 5,000 festivalgoers. See here for details to enter.
Lighthouse Rock will also continue its support of local charities, including the Sea Turtle Alliance and Brave Brothers Bundaberg.
For complete festival and ticket information, see here.
LIGHTHOUSE ROCK 2027
Saturday, October 30th
Burnett Heads, Bundaberg QLD
Lineup:
The Doobie Brothers
Jon Stevens
Jo Jo Zep & the Falcons
Mark Seymour
Toni Childs
Eurogliders
Taxiride
The Abby Skye Band
+ Winner of Triple M Battle of the Bands
From Rolling Stone AU/NZ
