Saturday 11 April | Midday to 7pm
Free Entry | All Ages
Bellbird Hotel is turning up the country for one huge day of live music, family fun and good old fashioned festival vibes.
The Bellbird Country Fest brings together an all star lineup of emerging talent and fast rising names from the Australian country scene. From award winning young songwriters to gritty country rock performers and a high energy headline band, this is a full afternoon of live music done properly.
Set across our outdoor spaces with lawn games, sideshow fun and the bistro open all day, it is designed to be a day out for everyone. Bring the kids, bring your mates, stay for the music and settle in.
Live Music Lineup
Ashton Wennings + Belle Norman – 12pm
Joint winners of the 2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival Busking Competition, Ashton and Belle open the day with serious next generation country talent. Ashton brings modern singer songwriter energy, while Belle, already a multi time national busking winner, delivers a voice and guitar style well beyond her years.
Lucy & Josh Beveridge Duo – 1pm
Award winning songwriting and heartfelt harmonies. Lucy has taken out major national talent competitions including the 2025 Gympie Music Muster Junior section and APRA AMCOS Young Songwriter awards. Expect real stories, strong musicianship and goosebump moments.
Brother Hollow Duo – 2:30pm
Big, gritty country with a contemporary edge. With performances at major festivals including Tamworth and Deni Ute Muster, Brother Hollow bring tight musicianship and festival level energy in an intimate duo format.
Nikisha Priest Duo – 4pm
Country rock attitude and powerhouse vocals. A CMAA Academy graduate who gained national attention on Australian Idol 2024, Nikisha delivers high energy sets with grit, soul and rock and roll punch.
The Katie Jayne Band – 5:30pm
Closing the festival with a full band headline show, Katie Jayne brings modern pop country fire and big stage presence. Expect massive singalongs and the perfect high energy finish to our inaugural Bellbird Country Fest.
More Than Just Music
• Giant lawn games including cornhole, horseshoes, Connect Four and Jenga
• Carnival style sideshow games with prizes to be won
• Country themed bistro specials plus full menu available
• Family friendly environment
Our bistro is open all day, so you can settle in for lunch, stay for dinner and enjoy the full festival experience.
Make a day of it at Bellbird Hotel.
Book your table now www.bellbirdhotel.com.au and catch the bus call to book.
Bus bookings: 02 4990 1094
Persons under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.