Laneway: A Night of Sound, Style and Surry Hills Swagger

Step into the heart of Surry Hills for Laneway — a vibrant, high-energy celebration pulsing with beats, personality, and unmistakable queer charm. Taking over both Hill Street and The Beresford, this is your invitation to dance, connect, and lose yourself in a curated lineup of powerhouse performers who bring everything from shimmering pop to deep, driving house. Whether you’re a local ritual dancer or just discovering your groove, Laneway wraps you in warmth, energy, and a little bit of chaos — the good kind.

Expect the unexpected — from the glittering theatrics of Jimi the Kween to the smooth, sultry tones of Clementine Douglas (UK). Tara Kumar and Stev Zar bring their signature fusion of rhythm and presence, while Alex Diwa and Mason Browne keep the floor shaking under your feet. Lorna Clarkson rounds out the current billing, with more artists to be announced to keep the mystery alive and the anticipation building.

The dual-venue setup means you can roam between spaces, each with its own vibe: Hill Street offering an intimate, pulsing dance floor under moody lighting, while The Beresford brings elevated energy, bold visuals, and a terrace that’s perfect for catching your breath — or your next drink. It’s all about flow, freedom, and finding your tribe.

Accessibility matters: wheelchair access is available, and all spaces are designed to welcome patrons across languages and abilities. This is a space built to hold you — whether you’re here to dance, to watch, to laugh, or to just be seen.

As one of the signature events in this year’s festival calendar, Laneway brings together the best of what makes queer nightlife magnetic: community, creativity, unapologetic self-expression, and a soundtrack that lingers in your bones long after you leave. Don’t just attend — participate. Make memories. Make noise. Make your mark.