What is happening at Sydney's Field Day on New Year's Day 2026?

Field Day 2026 in Sydney's The Domain features music performances and voluntary drug testing for festival-goers.

Is drug testing available at the Field Day festival in NSW?

Yes, Field Day 2026 is the first event in NSW to offer voluntary, anonymous drug testing as part of a harm minimisation initiative.

Who is performing at Field Day 2026 in Sydney?

Field Day 2026 features headliners like Carl Cox and Deborah De Luca, along with Australian acts The Presets and Bag Raiders.

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Glitter and Green Light: Field Day Trials Drug Testing

1 Jan

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Summary

Sydney's Field Day festival offers voluntary drug testing for safety.
Thousands braved wet weather to attend the New Year's Day event.
Top artists like Carl Cox and The Presets are performing.

Glitter and Green Light: Field Day Trials Drug Testing

Thousands of festival-goers have flocked to Sydney's The Domain to celebrate the New Year's Day Field Day festival, undeterred by overcast skies and light rain. The iconic park transformed into a vibrant scene of colour and music as the event commenced at midday and will continue until 11 PM.

Field Day is making significant headlines for its commitment to safety, introducing voluntary drug testing in a groundbreaking move for NSW festivals. This initiative, recommended by the 2024 NSW Drug Summit, aims to minimize harm following recent overdose incidents at other events. On-site health professionals will offer confidential advice and support.

The festival boasts a stellar lineup featuring international headliners like Carl Cox, Deborah De Luca, Kölsch, and Patrick Topping, alongside popular Australian acts such as The Presets and Bag Raiders. Attendees are enjoying a full day of revelry and music, with safety and harm reduction taking center stage.