LOOKOUT | ONEREPUBLIC 2026

February 2026

LOOKOUT Festival with OneRepublic, Birds of Tokyo, Eskimo Joe, Freya Ridings, Sneaky Sound System & more.

LOOKOUT is turning up the heat with a run of electrifying festivals this Summer 2026!

Global hitmakers OneRepublic will headline two massive outdoor shows in Lake Macquarie and Torquay as part of The Sweet Escape Tour.

They’ll be joined by Aussie rock legends Birds of Tokyo, Eskimo Joe, and the ever-infectious Sneaky Sound System - plus special guest Freya Ridings.

Round up your crew for an unforgettable day of live music, sunshine, and good vibes!

STRICTLY 18+

AUSTRALIA 2026

LAKE MACQUARIE NSW
SPEERS POINT PARK | SAT 07 FEB

TORQUAY VIC
TORQUAY COMMON | SAT 14 FEB

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2026 tour dates

GENERAL ADMISSION

$155 plus fees

CAN BYO HIGH-BACK FOLD UP CHAIR

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PREMIUM GA

$200 plus fees

INCLUDES:
EARLY ENTRY BEFORE OTHER TICKETHOLDERS
DEDICATED ENTRY LANE
DEDICATED BAR LANE

CAN BYO HIGH-BACK FOLD UP CHAIR

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ONEREPUBLIC

GRAMMY nominated OneRepublic, is composed of singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keys player Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. Since the group’s debut, OneRepublic has amassed over 5 billion streams on Spotify alone. The band released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud, in 2007, including the 20 million selling hit single “Apologize,” following it up with album Waking Up (2009) that featured smash singles “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets” and “Good Life.”

Shortly after in 2013, the band released their certified-platinum album, Native, which included the No. 1 hit and 41 million selling single “Counting Stars.” OneRepublic continued their success with Human (2021) and chart-topping hit “I Ain’t Worried,” that featured in Top Gun: Maverick, which racked up over 3 billion streams. The momentum continued with 2024’s “I Don’t Wanna Wait” (with David Guetta), “Nobody” from Kaiju No. 8, and “Fire,” the official song of UEFA Euro 2024 with Meduza and Leony.

Their sixth studio album, Artificial Paradise, dropped in July 2024, followed by a deluxe edition featuring acoustic tracks and a Jelly Roll collaboration. Most recently, they released “Chasing Paradise” with Kygo, receiving rave reviews.

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BIRDS OF TOKYO

Formed in Perth, Birds of Tokyo have grown from independent roots to become one of Australia’s most popular contemporary rock bands. The band has released six studio albums including Human Design which topped the ARIA charts. Classic songs like “Good Lord”, “Two Of Us”, “Plans”, “Lanterns”, “Brace” and “I’d Go With You Anywhere” have all been top 10 airplay hits and more than seventy Birds of Tokyo tracks have featured on Triple J, making them one of the National Youth Broadcaster’s three most played artists of this millennium.

They have played major festivals like Splendour In The Grass & Falls and appeared as special guests for Muse, Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel and Bon Jovi. They have also toured across Australia with some of the country’s most prestigious Symphony Orchestras. Birds of Tokyo have won “Rock Work Of The Year” on a record setting five separate occasions at the APRA Awards.

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ESKIMO JOE

Since forming in 1997, Eskimo Joe has racked up a long list of impressive accomplishments. With 6 studio albums under their belts and sales in excess of 750,000, in Australia alone, the band has seen 3 of those albums debut at number 1 on the ARIA charts, with juggernaut ‘Black Fingernails, Red Wine’ shining for a monster 62 weeks in the ARIA Chart Top 50 and “Foreign Land”, from their fourth album ‘Inshalla’, bringing home 2 APRA Awards, for Most Played Rock Song on Australian radio and Best Rock Song of 2010.

Eskimo Joe have enjoyed 35 ARIA nominations in their career thus far – a number only surpassed by Silverchair, Powderfinger, Kylie Minogue and John Farnham. They have brought home 3 International Song-writing Awards, 11 WAMi Awards and 8 ARIAs and 11 of their compositions have featured in Triple J’s Hottest 100 countdown, with ‘Black Fingernails, Red Wine’ landing 2nd place.

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FREYA RIDINGS

Known for her powerful vocals and emotive piano-driven ballads, Freya Ridings gained widespread recognition with her breakthrough single "Lost Without You" in 2017 which became a top 10 hit in the UK. The British singer-songwriters’ 2019 self-titled debut album showcased her talent for crafting introspective and melodic pop songs, earning her critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase.

Freya has performed at major festivals and venues across Europe and has collaborated with notable producers and artists. In 2025 Ridings celebrated a run of shows as support act for Snow Patrol, her favourite band growing up as part of the UK summer festival season.

Exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, Ridings’ music connects listeners through undeniable authenticity and honesty.

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SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM

It was back in 2004 when Miss Connie and producer/DJ Angus McDonald started making beautiful music together. A series of singles at first then, in 2006, their self-titled, 3 x platinum debut album. Spearheaded by a spectacular salvo of chart-topping hits – UFO, Pictures, and I Love It – Sneaky Sound System won ARIA Awards for Breakthrough Artist and Best Dance Release, the first of 14 nominations to date.

Second long-player and #1 album 2 arrived in 2008 with yet more dancefloor slayers in the form of Kansas City, When We Were Young and the #1 UK club smash It’s Not My Problem. In 2009 I Will Be Here, a collaboration with Dutch superstar DJ Tiesto, took Sneaky to the top of both the US dance airplay and UK club charts. 2017 saw Sneaky Sound System release underground club tune Do Ya Thing and in 2018 Can’t Help The Way That I Feel was released. The single We Belong arrived in mid-2019, followed later in the year by Raise, a collaboration with hot French DJ/Producer Watermat.

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KID KENOBI

Despite the countless accolades, awards, records, and firsts which been the hallmark of Kid Kenobi’s illustrious 20-year long DJing career (including being named Australia’s favourite DJ for a record number 3 years from 2003 – 2005, receiving an award for his first remix ever [of Green Velvet’s “La La Land’], an ARIA nomination for ‘The Bump’ with Hook N Sling, knocking up over 80 remixes for some of the world’s biggest names in dance, pop and rock, being the first DJ ever to have a CD series named after him by Ministry of Sound, to having an itinerary that reads like a Lonely Planet guidebook to the best nightclubs around the world), Kid Kenobi shows no sign of slowing down!

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WHAT ARE THE PLAYING TIMES?

PLAYING TIMES

12.00pm ✦ EARLY ENTRY GATES
12.30pm ✦ GATES
1.05pm - 1.35pm ✦ KID KENOBI
2.05pm - 2.50pm ✦ SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM
3.20pm - 4.10pm ✦ FREYA RIDINGS
4.40pm - 5.30pm ✦ ESKIMO JOE
6.00pm - 7.00pm ✦ BIRDS OF TOKYO
7.30pm - 8.45pm ✦ ONEREPUBLIC

*Subject to change

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TICKET CATEGORIES?

All tickets are for the general admission area, and patrons have the option to BYO Chair.

GENERAL ADMISSION
STANDARD GA TICKET

PREMIUM GA
INCLUDES:
EARLY ENTRY BEFORE OTHER TICKETHOLDERS
DEDICATED ENTRY LANE
DEDICATED BAR LANE

IS THIS EVENT 18+ ONLY?

Yes, Lookout Festival is strictly 18+

WHAT CAN I BRING?

WHAT TO BRING:

Tickets. Download to your device before arrival
Credit card or debit card (for merch, bars & food)
ID (This event is strictly 18+)
Fully charged phone
Sealed plastic bottles of water (not glass/metal)
Can be refilled at drinking water stations
Sun protection - sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
Footwear must be worn at all times (thongs are ok)

OPTIONAL PERMITTED ITEMS:

Small bag / backpack (no larger than A3)
Cooler bag (hard eskies not permitted)
Small Quantity of food/snacks
High back fold up chair (optional)
A standard camp chair is suitable - No low beach chairs, reclining chairs, or moon chairs.

WHAT ITEMS ARE PROHIBITED?

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Aerosol cans
Alcohol - can not be brought in or out of the event
Beach Trolleys
Cameras - no professional standard or video cameras
Eskies (soft cooler bags are ok)
Glass/Flasks/Thermoses
Metal cutlery, scissors or knives of any sort
Picnic rugs / Picnic baskets
Pets
Selfie sticks
Umbrellas, marquees or shade tents
Weapons or items that are deemed unsafe
Any other objects considered by the Promoter and the Venue to be dangerous or capable of causing a public nuisance that could be used to distract, obstruct or interfere with any performer

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Patron Parking is located at:
✦ Park Rd Carpark – turn into Park Rd off of The Esplanade
✦ Macquarie Fields Via Creek Reserve Rd – Turn onto Creek Reserve Rd off of Five Islands Rd.

Ride Share Drop-off/Pick Up
Drop-off/Pick-up points are located within the Boat Ramp Carpark. Entry gates to the event are close-by.

Accessible Parking
Parking for Accessible Permit holders is located with limited Accessible Parking bays in the Boat Ramp Carpark, adjacent to the main entrance. Entry gates to the event are close-by from either location. Traffic management will be there to assist.

Shuttle Buses
Please note no shuttle buses will be operating at this event.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no vehicular access between Creek Reserve Road and Park Road on event day. Please plan your route accordingly.

LEAVING THE VENUE AFTER THE SHOW
Please be prepared and allow some time to leave the venue if you are driving. Expect delays. Your patience is appreciated. Also please respect our neighbours.

CAN I GET A PASS OUT?

There will be no pass outs for this event unless in an emergency or medical situation.
Please make sure bring everything you need for the whole day/night.

WHERE CAN I SMOKE?

Smoking is prohibited in all parts of the venue, except in designated smoking areas.

Please look out for signage marking this area.

IS THERE AN ACCESSIBLE AREA?

Our outdoor concert sites are predominantly flat grassland and at times, part of the venue can be soft and boggy. For patrons in a wheelchair, there will be an accessible viewing area. However, being accompanied by a carer is recommended.

We have made a number of provisions to ensure our events are accessible to all. These include provision of a complimentary carer ticket, accessible entrance lanes and accessible toilet facilities.

ACCESSIBLE AREA: There is an Accessible Area with a dedicated zone and Accessible toilet. Note that there is no platform. Only one carer per person unless there are exceptional circumstances. Other patrons wishing to be near the Accessible Area should purchase Premium GA Tickets.

PARKING for Accessible Permit holders will be located at the Boat ramp car park, adjacent to the site and entrance gates close by. Traffic management will be there to assist.

On show day, our customer service staff will be available if you need assistance in accessing the concert site.

Please email info@facetofacetouring.com.au if you wish to pre-arrange assistance or have any further enquiries.

To purchase accessible tickets or to book a ticket using a Companion Card, please CLICK HERE

ACCOMMODATION & VISITOR INFORMATION

To find out where to stay, eat and explore in Lake Macquarie go to www.visitlakemac.com.au for information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Alcohol
You may not bring in or leave with any alcohol whatsoever.

Bags
Bags will be subject to a search upon entry. Any person in possession of prohibited items may be refused entry to the site. If in doubt leave it at home or in the car.

Box Office
One box office will be in operation and located near the main entry.
Patrons are encouraged to pre-print e-tickets or collect their tickets in advance from a Ticketmaster outlet.

Cloakroom Facilities
Cloakroom facilities will not be available. Prohibited items will not be permitted within the event, so if in doubt leave it in the car or at home.

First Aid
First Aid will be in attendance – please approach any of our friendly staff if feeling unwell.

Photo ID
Photo ID will be required for entry (this event is strictly 18+). Please note that because this is a licensed venue, patrons are unable to take alcohol from the site at the end of the night, whether opened or sealed.

Weather
The concert will proceed rain or shine. Only exceptionally severe weather conditions will affect the performance, so be prepared for either scenario.

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ZERO TOLERANCE ON ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
We have a zero tolerance policy on illegal substances and drugs. Anyone suspected of using or found in possession of illegal substances or drugs will be escorted from the grounds and handed over to the police. Undercover police officers may also be actively searching for offenders.

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COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
We want all our patrons to have a great time at our concerts. That’s what concerts are all about. We actively support and promote equality, diversity and inclusion and strive for our concerts and events to be a place of belonging.

But we take bad behaviour seriously.

Bullying, fighting, inappropriate touching of others, throwing items on stage, or verbal abuse are all clearly abhorrent and unacceptable. No person should ever have to endure this type of behaviour by others when they are attending a concert and simply trying to have a great time. We take various measures at our concerts to keep patrons as safe as possible.

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