Sweet Relief
The Brief
Presented by QLD Music Trails, Sweet Relief is a one-day music festival crafted to deliver a nostalgic and high-energy experience. The brief is to position Sweet Relief! as the ultimate celebration, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity, and to attract party-goers seeking a moment of ‘sweet relief’ in a vibrant festival atmosphere.
The Words
Get ready to indulge in Sweet Relief as the iconic festival of music, art, and performance returns on 7 Sep for its sensational second year!
Sweet Relief is here to satisfy your party cravings with a nostalgia-fuelled celebration of dance floor hits, led by the icons behind them.
Headlining is Kelis, the pioneer and provocateur of Y2K R&B pop, famed for her unforgettable anthem “Milkshake.” Don’t miss this exclusive performance, making her long-awaited return to Australian shores after five years—this is a momentous occasion not to be missed!
Joining her are acclaimed Aussie party starters The Presets, who will perform their electrifying live show fresh from the Eurovision stage; the ever-vibrant duo Electric Fields; bold electro-pop-icons Haiku Hands; genre-bending DJ dameeeela; and pop mavens JUNO.
As always, at the beating heart of Sweet Relief is a commitment to inclusivity and access, ensuring everyone is welcome on the dance floor. No matter who you are, get ready for a free-flowing party, destined to treat you to a blissful moment of Sweet Relief! and leave you craving more.
Photo by Lachlan Douglas