Howlin Country is a one-stage, one day, all-ages Country Music Festival coming to Newcastle Foreshore on Saturday 15th February.

The official Howlin' pre-sale starts this Thursday, 11th July at 2pm AEST. To get the pre-sale link sent to you, sign up here: https://howlin-country.involve.me/pre-sale

ALL TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED USING ZIP PAY, AS A PAYMENT PLAN. Howlin Express (+ BYO Camp Chair): Access to the dedicated premium seated area closest to the stage. Dedicated venue entry and bar lane. Look for signage when entering and inside the event. BYO Chairs Snacks & Water able to be brought into the site. General Admission (BYO Camp Chair): Normal event entry. You can sit anywhere except in the HOWLIN EXPRESS seating zone. BYO Chairs Snacks & Water able to be brought into the site. General Admission (STANDING ONLY): Normal event entry. Due to space you will not be able to bring a chair into the event with this ticket type. Snacks & Water able to be brought into the site.

Yes! Howlin Country is an all ages event. · The parent/legal guardian must stay with the minor at all times. A mobile number will be written on the minor’s wristband. · Please note that everyone attending Howlin will be required to have a ticket. · Due to the limited capacity of the festival site, every attendee needs to be accounted for in terms of infrastructure costs and operational levels. Allowing free tickets for younger children impacts our ability to sell tickets within our capacity limits. While we would love for everyone to bring younger children for free, unfortunately, this is not possible for this show. We hope you understand the decision we have made regarding this matter.

Your ticket (on your phone or printed out). Credit or debit card (cashless payments only for food and merchandise; BUT cash accepted at the bar). Valid ID for entry to receive Over 18 Wristband. Charged phone and battery backup. Empty plastic water bottle to fill at drinking water stations (no glass or metal). Sealed water in plastic bottles (no cans or glass). Sun Protection: sunglasses, hat, sunscreen. Footwear (Thongs/Birkenstocks are permitted). High back fold-up camp chair (only permitted in seated areas). Small quantity of your own food/snacks (sealed biscuits, cheese snacks, etc.). Small prams or pushers.

Eskys (small cooler bags are allowed). Alcohol (you may not bring in or leave with any alcohol). Aerosol cans. Cameras (no professional standard or video cameras). Glass, flasks, thermoses. Metal cutlery, scissors, or knives. Large prams (small prams or pushers okay). Picnic blankets or rugs. Low back (low to the ground) chairs. Selfie sticks. Umbrellas, marquees, or shade tents. Weapons or items deemed unsafe. Any other objects considered dangerous or capable of causing a public nuisance.

Tickets must be purchased online prior to the event and will be sent via email. One box office will be near the main entrance for hard copy ticket requests via Oztix.

This is a fully catered venue with various bar and food options. Free drinking water is available at our water stations. Patrons may bring empty plastic bottles. You may bring a small quantity of your own food/snacks in a cooler bag or picnic basket. Sealed plastic bottles of water are allowed (no cans or glass).

Small cooler bags are allowed, no eskys.

No, BYO alcohol is not permitted at this event.

Yes, there will be free water stations around the site and at all bars. You can bring in your own water.

Playing times will be added here once the full lineup is announced. Stay tuned! Gates open at 2 PM.

Seating is not provided for any ticket category. Patrons can bring their own high back fold-up chair. No picnic rugs or blankets/rugs please.

Smoking is prohibited in all parts of the venue except designated smoking areas (including e-cigarettes). Please keep an eye out for our festival map to see smoking areas. This will be announced closer to the event.

The concert will proceed rain or shine. Only exceptionally severe weather will affect the performance. Updates will be provided to ticket holders if required.

Newcastle Foreshore is easily accessible by train and light rail. Parking is available close to the Foreshore. There will also be a drop-off and pick-up zone. More information will be provided closer to the event. Train Routes | Transport NSW

There is no public parking. Use public transport, taxi, or rideshare services. More information will be provided closer to the event.

Accessible parking is not always assured. Alternatives will be provided if parking is unavailable close to the gates. Traffic management will direct accessible permit holders. Notify the ticketing agent when purchasing your ticket if you need assistance.

Howlin is an outdoor concert site with predominantly flat grass parkland. Some areas may be soft and boggy. An accessible viewing area will be available for wheelchair users. Being accompanied by a carer is recommended. Notify the ticketing agent when purchasing your ticket if you need assistance. Customer service staff will assist on show day.

Accessible parking is not always assured. Alternatives will be provided if parking is unavailable close to the gates. Traffic management will direct accessible permit holders. Notify the ticketing agent when purchasing your ticket if you need assistance.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered assistance animals. Contact us via info@howlin.country with documentation for permission before the event.

We promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, and strive for a safe environment. We take bad behaviour seriously. Bullying, fighting, inappropriate touching, throwing items, or verbal abuse will not be tolerated. Security staff will be vigilant in high-risk areas to ensure patron safety.

There is a zero-tolerance policy for illegal substances and underage drinking. Offenders will be escorted out and handed to police. Undercover officers may be present.

Expect delays when leaving the venue if driving. Please be patient and respectful of neighbours.

Email us at: info@howlin.country