Tickets on sale now for CORE's Australian debut in Melbourne, featuring homegrown and international talent
CORE is travelling further from home than ever before. On 28 November, CORE will make its Australian debut, landing in Melbourne for its very first edition in the country. Hosted at the Flemington Racecourse, the event marks another major step in CORE’s international journey. With a carefully curated lineup, a new partnership with Humanitix, and record-breaking interest from musicfans worldwide, CORE continues its global expansion by unlocking its fifth continent. Tickets for the Melbourne edition are available as from June 5th (pre-sale) and June 10th (sale).
CORE will make its long-awaited Australian debut on Friday 28 November at The Nursery, the green open-air setting within Melbourne’s iconic Flemington Racecourse. Surrounded by nature while remaining just minutes from the city centre and easily accessible by public transport, the venue offers the ideal setting for CORE’s world of music and visual storytelling. Bringing the festival experience to Australia for the very first time, it was a natural choice for the event’s debut in Melbourne.
After editions across Europe, the Americas and Asia, CORE now reaches its fifth continent, making this the furthest CORE event ever organized. The move underlines the growing global appetite for the festival’s distinctive identity and atmosphere. From the very first announcement, excitement around the Melbourne edition has exceeded expectations. The event has already generated more interest than any previous CORE event, confirming the strong anticipation surrounding the Australian launch.
The line up reflects CORE’s commitment to bringing together internationally acclaimed names and forward-thinking talent from across the electronic music spectrum. Leading the announcement is a highly anticipated back-to-back set from Australian favourite Mall Grab and UK powerhouse Effy, a pairing that brings together two of the most exciting names in contemporary electronic music. The mainstage will also welcome Honey Dijon, Moodymann, TSHA and Dino Lenny. The Melbourne edition will furthermore mark the return of the Mano stage, making only its second appearance at a CORE Festival following its debut at CORE Los Angeles. Dedicated to cutting-edge underground sounds, the stage will host performances from Daria Kolosova, fumi and Noise Mafia b2b Peterblue. The latter back-to-back pairing carries a special significance, with both Colombian artists sharing the same roots and scene that CORE has been closely connected to over the past three years. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks.
For the Melbourne edition, CORE is partnering with Humanitix for ticketing. Humanitix is an Australian non-profit ticketing platform that donates 100% of its profits from booking fees to charitable causes, with a strong focus on education programs for disadvantaged children. The partnership perfectly aligns with CORE’s belief that meaningful experiences can also create meaningful impact. Bringing people together through music while giving something back to society feels like a natural fit for this new chapter. By joining forces with Humanitix, CORE aims to contribute beyond the dancefloor and support initiatives that create long-term opportunities for young people.
With Melbourne now added to its growing international map, CORE continues to evolve into a truly global experience while staying connected to the local communities and cultures that shape each edition. The Australian debut represents not only a geographical milestone, but also a celebration of the worldwide community that has formed around CORE over the years. As anticipation keeps building, all signs point toward a landmark first edition in Melbourne this November.
CORE MELBOURNE
Date: Saturday 28 November 2026
Venue: Flemington Racecourse
Hours: 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Age: 18+
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/core-melbourne-2026
Info: https://coreworld.au/
Debby Wilmsen