After a year off the calendar, one of Australia’s most beloved music festivals, Spilt Milk, is officially returning for 2025 — and it’s coming back with an absolutely stacked line-up headlined by none other than Kendrick Lamar.
Known for curating line-ups that blend global heavyweights with emerging local acts, Spilt Milk 2025 is shaping up to be one of its most exciting iterations yet. With four stops across the country this December, the festival promises a music-filled summer on the Gold Coast, Canberra, Perth, and Ballarat.
Headliners Led by Hip-Hop Royalty
Fresh off his triumphant 2024 tour and ongoing cultural reign, Kendrick Lamar leads the bill as this year’s marquee act. The Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper will bring his genre-defining hits and stage mastery to Australian shores, marking his first major festival appearance in the country since his critically acclaimed Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers tour.
Joining Kendrick is viral sensation and genre-blending powerhouse Doechii, who’s making her Spilt Milk debut in what promises to be a standout performance. Known as the “swamp princess” of modern hip-hop, her dynamic artistry will surely add an electric jolt to the summer circuit.
International Talent and Fan Favorites
Rounding out the international roster are alternative pop singer Dominic Fike, techno queen Sara Landry, alt-R&B breakout D4vd, TikTok favorite Nessa Barrett, and enigmatic electronic producer Skin On Skin.
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Festivalgoers can also expect appearances from Schoolboy Q, Sombr, Rebecca Black, Chance Peña, and more — all contributing to a diverse and high-energy festival experience.
A Strong Local Line-Up
Spilt Milk continues to uplift Australian artists with a line-up packed full of homegrown talent. Fans can expect sets from Mia Wray, Ninajirachi, Club Angel, Rum Jungle, The Rions, and South Summit, along with emerging voices like Ennaria, Lyric, and Esha Tewari.
With a mix of indie, electronic, pop, and hip-hop, the local contingent promises to stand tall alongside international headliners, reinforcing the festival’s dedication to showcasing Australian talent.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
Spilt Milk 2025 will hit four cities across four weekends in December:
- Saturday 6 December – Victoria Park, Ballarat (Wadawurrung Country, VIC)
- Sunday 7 December – Claremont Showground, Perth (Whadjuk Noongar Land, WA)
- Saturday 13 December – Exhibition Park, Canberra (Ngunnawal Land, ACT)
- Sunday 14 December – Gold Coast Sports Precinct (Kombumerri Land, QLD)
Presale tickets open on Wednesday, May 8, followed by general sale on Friday, May 9, with staggered release times based on each festival location. Full ticketing details and registration for presale access are available on the Spilt Milk official website.
Festival Legacy and Expectations
Spilt Milk has previously hosted headline sets from the likes of Post Malone, Flume, Lorde, Dom Dolla, Steve Lacy, and Latto, building a reputation for being one of the most anticipated festivals in the southern hemisphere. This year’s line-up reinforces that legacy, cementing Spilt Milk as one of Australia’s premier music festivals.
So, dust off your best festival fits, sort out those group chats, and prepare for a sun-soaked, high-energy return of Spilt Milk — no crying over this one.
