Lainey Wilson Brings Whirlwind Tour Back to Australia in 2026
Country music fans are in for a treat – Grammy-winning artist Lainey Wilson is making her return to Australia in February 2026, and she’s not coming alone. As part of her massive Whirlwind world tour, named after her chart-topping fifth studio album, Wilson will be performing six big arena shows across most major capital cities. And if that’s not enough, she’s also headlining the popular Howlin’ Country Festival in Newcastle on Valentine’s Day.
The Australian leg will kick off in Brisbane on February 11, before heading to Newcastle for the festival, then Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and wrapping up in Perth on February 26. On every stop, Wilson will be joined by fellow American country acts Flatland Cavalry and Kaitlin Butts, who will both be making their Australian debut.
The Newcastle Foreshore will be buzzing on February 14 when Howlin’ Country returns for its second year. Alongside Wilson, fans can expect performances from Morgan Evans, Adam Newling, and Tyla Rodrigues, with more artists still to be announced. Festival promoter Moe Matthew says the event is “100 per cent locally owned and operated,” with a strong focus on supporting the Newcastle community by using local vendors, hiring local staff, and showcasing homegrown talent. Last year’s festival drew a crowd of over 12,000 and was headlined by Tyler Childers, so expectations are high for 2026.
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Lainey Wilson’s rise in the country music world has been nothing short of remarkable. Since her acting debut on Yellowstone in 2022, she’s racked up eight number-one hits, won a Grammy for Bell Bottom Country , collected 16 ACM Awards, nine CMA Awards, and collaborated with legends like Dolly Parton, Miranda Lambert, and Reba McEntire. Her Whirlwind album, released in August 2024, topped charts in the US and UK, and reached number three on the Australian Country Albums Chart. A deluxe edition with five new tracks, including her recent single Somewhere Over Laredo , is set to drop on August 22, 2025.
Flatland Cavalry, celebrating a decade together, bring their Texan roots and six Texas Country Radio number ones to the tour, while Kaitlin Butts will showcase her theatrical, storytelling style with songs from her acclaimed 2024 album Roadrunner! . Morgan Evans, who has built a global career from his Lake Macquarie beginnings, will also be a big draw for Newcastle, bringing hits like Kiss Somebody and Day Drunk .
Pre-sale tickets for Wilson’s headlining shows open August 14, with general sales on August 15 via Frontier. Howlin’ Country festival pre-sales start August 12, with general sales also on August 15 through Oztix. It’s shaping up to be one of the biggest country music events Australia has seen in years – a perfect mix of homegrown and international talent, all wrapped in Wilson’s whirlwind energy.
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