Overview
Chasing the sounds of summer? Ocean Alley is one of the first Aussie names that come to mind, beloved for their brand of sun-soaked psychedelic surf rock, tinged with funky basslines and buttery-smooth lyrics. Now the band is embarking on a massive national tour, taking their sound on a jam-packed road trip that spans beachy regional towns and capital cities.
The upcoming tour comes on the back of Ocean Alley's landmark 2025. The band played to a huge crowd at London's Alexandra Palace, while performing their first dates to fans in Brazil, Chile and Mexico. At the same time, their tracks rocketed up the charts, with breakthrough hit 'Confidence' landing at 65 on triple j's Hottest 100 of Australian Songs.
The band has also been busy serving up surprise releases, such as Live in Melbourne '23 — a live album and concert film recorded at John Cain Arena during their last Australian tour. Meanwhile, Ocean Alley just released a brand-new music video for their much-loved tune, 'First Blush'. Shot in Hawaii, it captures the many shades of love reflected in the song.
As for the 2026 tour, Ocean Alley is kicking things off in Melbourne on Saturday, January 24, in Catani Gardens before hitting Brisbane Showgrounds on Friday, January 30. Dates in Sydney, Tasmania, Perth and beyond follow soon after, with the tour wrapping up at Glenelg Beach in South Australia on Saturday, March 21.
Of course, the band isn't taking to the stage alone. For those catching Ocean Alley on the East Coast, support acts include Nothing But Thieves, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and Ruby Fields. For those in the West, expect Skegss, Ruby Fields and Smol Fish, with the likes of Allah-Las, Babe Raindow, The Grogans, Mid-Drift, Le Shiv and Seaside also appearing at various dates.
Ocean Alley National Tour 2026 Dates
Saturday, January 24 — Catani Gardens, Melbourne
Friday, January 30 — Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane
Saturday, January 31 — The Domain, Sydney
Friday, February 6 — Party In The Paddock, Carrick
Saturday, February 21 — Freo Esplanade, Fremantle
Sunday, February 22 — 3 Oceans Winery, Margaret River
Saturday, March 7 — Exhibition Park, Canberra
Sunday, March 8 — Torquay Common, Torquay
Saturday, March 14 — Speers Point Park, Lake Macquarie
Sunday, March 15 — Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast
Saturday, March 21 — Glenelg Beach, Adelaide
Ocean Alley's national tour kicks off in Melbourne at the Catani Gardens on Saturday, January 24. Head to the tour website for further details.