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Kool & The Gang
+ Sister Sledge
ft. SledgendaryWith
Wrong Way Up
Celebration, Get Down On It, Jungle Boogie, We Are Family, Lost in Music, He’s the Greatest Dancer.
A double bill of legendary proportions, Kool & The Gang and Sister Sledge have made their mark across multiple generations. Two era-defining acts whose six decades of funk, soul and disco have shaped dancefloors as we know them, they next bring their catalogue of generational anthems to Tumbalong Park to open the 2026 Forma program in serious style.This event is all-ages.
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Anjunadeep Open Air
Open Air Sydney – Lineup TBA
Purveyors of all things deep, progressive and melodic house, London’s esteemed Anjunadeep label takes over Tumbalong Park for the biggest and brightest edition of their renowned ‘Open Air’ series to hit Sydney.
An imprint purpose-built for losing yourself in music, this sunset-to-stars showcase will feature current label heavyweights, established favourites and rising heroes across a full day’s programming as the light fades across the Sydney skyline.
This event is strictly 18+.
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Lime Cordiale with Pacific Avenue
Supported by: Great Gable, Pamela. & Lola Scott
Sydney siblings Oliver and Louis Leimbach have spent a decade perfecting the art of the earworm, and their #1 ARIA album Enough of the Sweet Talk is their finest chapter yet. Join Lime Cordiale at Tumbalong Park for an extended Sunday session that belongs in every Sydney summer diary, with local indie favourites Pacific Avenue and Great Gable, Pamela. and Lola Scott on support.
Darling Harbour. Open air. The sweet talk starts here.
This event is all-ages.3-11pm.
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Peach PRC
+ Special Guests
Part forest fairy, part bubblegum princess: Adelaide’s favourite pop export Peach PRC pairs razor-sharp lyrics with unapologetic honesty, artistry and colour.
Fresh from releasing her debut album Porcelain, Peach PRC brings her irresistible, “heavy petal” pop to Forma for a magnetic night built just for her people. Expect to witness enchanting real life fairy magic, plant music and the kind of songs that were made to be screamed loudly in the open air.
Special guests to be announced soon. Keep an eye on our channels for more information.
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SIX60
With
SUB-TRIBE
Fifty thousand people can’t be wrong, as New Zealand’s stadium-filling phenomenon Six60 bring their euphoric live show to Forma’s Tumbalong Park for an essential Friday night performance.
With a brand new #1 album ‘Right Here, Right Now’ and SUB-TRIBE in support, expect soulful, festival-ready Aotearoa anthems served up under the open sky.
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Hoodoo Gurus
With
Ratcat & The Stems
All killer, no filler. That’s not a promise – it’s the name of the show.
ARIA Hall of Famers and Australian rock royalty Hoodoo Gurus bring their greatest hits Rewind Tour to Forma’s Tumbalong Park, flanked by fellow legends Ratcat and The Stems for a Saturday night stacked high with hits. What’s My Scene? Right here, Sydney in summer.
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Anjunadeep
Purveyors of all things deep, progressive and melodic house, London’s esteemed Anjunadeep label takes over Tumbalong Park for the biggest and brightest edition of their renowned ‘Open Air’ series to hit Sydney.
An imprint purpose-built for losing yourself in music, this sunset-to-stars showcase will feature current label heavyweights, established favourites and rising heroes across a full day’s programming as the light fades across the Sydney skyline.
The full artist lineup for Open Air Sydney will be announced soon. Keep an eye on our channels for more information.
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Great Gable
It’s been a steady and relentless rise for Great Gable – the emerging Perth indie outfit making waves with their dynamic sound and energetic live show touring across Australia and New Zealand.
With a blend of early 2000s NYC rock and UK-influenced indie, Great Gable have crafted a sound that is uniquely their own. Their music is characterised by catchy hooks, heartfelt lyrics, and an overall sense of warmth and positivity. The band’s ability to create anthemic, feel-good tunes has earned them a loyal and rapidly growing fan base.
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Hoodoo Gurus
All killer, no filler. That’s not a promise – it’s the name of the show.
ARIA Hall of Famers and Australian rock royalty Hoodoo Gurus bring their greatest hits Rewind Tour to FORMA’s Tumbalong Park, flanked by fellow legends Rat Cat and The Stems for a Saturday night stacked high with hits. What’s My Scene? Right here, Sydney in summer.
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Kool & the Gang
Celebration, Get Down On It, Summer Madness, the list goes on (and on).
Kool & The Gang have left their indelible mark across multiple generations. An era-defining act whose six decades of funk, soul and disco have shaped dancefloors as we know them. This summer, they bring their catalogue of generational anthems to Tumbalong Park to open the 2026 FORMA program in serious style.This event is all-ages.
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Lola Scott
Lola Scott has captured the hearts of music enthusiasts with her witty lyricisms and gritty guitar hooks. With a sound that effortlessly blends the infectious energy of pop, punk-rock and 90s grunge, this up and coming musician has carved out a spot within Australia’s neo-pop scene.
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Pacific Avenue
Hailing from the NSW South Coast, Pacific Avenue have quickly emerged as one of Australia’s most exciting indie-rock acts. Their sun-soaked sound, soaring choruses and irresistible stage presence have won them a fast-growing following both here and on international stages.
Grab your mates, slosh your drink and bounce along to the sweet sounds of quintessentially Aussie surf rock.
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Pamela.
Pamela. are the duo formed in Sydney whose instant connection has captivated crowds since their inception in 2024. They’ve since supported Dope Lemon on their AU/NZ tour, playing sold-out shows across iconic venues around Australia.
Their distinct sound sits somewhere between The Marías, The Strokes, and The xx – modern alt-pop laced with effortless harmonies, shimmering guitar work, and playful, provocative lyricism.
It’s music designed to make you feel good.
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Lime Cordiale
Sydney siblings Oliver and Louis Leimbach have spent a decade perfecting the art of the earworm, and their #1 ARIA album Enough of the Sweet Talk is their finest chapter yet. Join Lime Cordiale at Tumbalong Park for a Sunday evening that belongs in every Sydney summer diary.
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Peach PRC
Part forest fairy, part bubblegum princess: Adelaide’s favourite pop export Peach PRC pairs razor-sharp lyrics with unapologetic honesty, artistry and colour.
Fresh from releasing her debut album Porcelain, Peach PRC brings her irresistible, “heavy petal” pop to Forma for a magnetic night built just for her people. Expect to witness enchanting real life fairy magic, plant music and the kind of songs that were made to be screamed loudly in the open air.
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Ratcat
Ratcat helped define Australian alternative rock in the 1990s with their blend of power-pop melodies and punk attitude. Their breakthrough album Blind Love delivered several enduring hits and cemented the band’s place in Australian music history.
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Sister Sledge
Led by founding member Debbie Sledge alongside the next generation of the Sledge family, Sister Sledge ft. Sledgendary bring their iconic disco sound that defined decades of dancing to the Tumbalong stage. Expect all the uplifting anthems you know and love, We Are Family, He’s the Greatest Dancer and Lost in Music.
Legendary? Absolutely.
This event is all-ages.
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SIX60
Fifty thousand people can’t be wrong, as New Zealand’s stadium-filling phenomenon Six60 bring their euphoric live show to FORMA’s Tumbalong Park for an essential Friday night performance.
With a brand new #1 album ‘Right Here, Right Now’ and SUB-TRIBE in support, expect soulful, festival-ready Aotearoa anthems served up under the open sky.
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SUB-TRIBE
SUB-TRIBE combines roots reggae, dub and world music influences into a vibrant, uplifting live experience. Based in Australia and featuring members from across the Pacific region, the seven-piece outfit is celebrated for its positive energy and powerful musicianship.
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The Stems
Perth garage-rock pioneers The Stems are celebrated for their jangly guitars, driving rhythms and unmistakable influence on Australian indie music. Since emerging in the 1980s, they have remained a favourite among rock fans for their energetic, timeless sound.
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Wrong Way Up
Music designed to get you moving. Melbourne two-piece Wrong Way Up deliver high-energy afro-synth, reggae, ska and soul-infused sets that’ll get even the stiffest of movers shaking a leg. Renowned for their infectious live shows, the band has built a loyal following one dancefloor at a time.
Psychedelic boogie? Yes please.