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Thornhill Curates Epic Beach Fest
2 Nov
Summary
- Thornhill to headline and curate Surf's Up! Festival in Melbourne.
- Festival features Stand Atlantic, Alpha Wolf, and US acts.
- Event is scheduled for February 20, 2027, at Riviera Beach Club.

Australian heavy music outfit Thornhill will headline and curate the inaugural Surf's Up! Festival. This one-day event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 20, 2027, at the Riviera Beach Club in Melbourne. The band has hand-picked a diverse lineup featuring fellow Australian artists Stand Atlantic and Alpha Wolf, alongside US acts SACE6 and Varials, promising a high-energy experience for attendees.
Thornhill's involvement comes after a highly successful period, with their album "Bodies" reaching No. 4 on the ARIA charts and earning multiple awards. Their previous album, "Heroine," also achieved significant chart success. The festival's lineup reflects the band's esteemed position in the heavy music scene, with other featured artists like Stand Atlantic recently topping the ARIA charts with their new album.
Surf's Up! Festival builds on the success of previous artist-curated events at the St Kilda venue. Tickets will be available through presale starting Thursday, November 5, 2026, with general sales commencing on Friday, November 6, 2026. The event is strictly for those aged 18 and over.