Inaugural Broome music festival ‘Untamed' postponed until 2026
In its place, a scaled-back but high-energy version of the event, Untamed Uncut
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will run on the same September weekend at the Roebuck Bay Hotel, featuring a hand-picked lineup of artists from the original bill.
'While we share the ticket holders' and community's disappointment that the full-scale festival is postponed to 2026, unexpected delays meant we needed to make a quick decision in the best interest of our attendees and partners,' organisers said.
The boutique event will deliver 'the spirit, scale and pulse' of the main festival in a more intimate setting, with headline acts including Spiderbait, Ash Grunwald, Pierce Brothers, Abbe May, Legs Electric, Jaime Jacket Reinvented, Havana Brown and Tigerlily.
Billed as one of the biggest live music events in Broome's history and the largest in the Roey's 130 years, Untamed Uncut will run over three nights from September 19 to September 21.
Organisers said the decision to scale back this year's plans will help ensure the 2026 event meets their 'big and bold ambitions' for the festival.
'We sincerely thank everyone for their support, confidence and ongoing belief in what Untamed stands for — delivering epic music, cultural connection and unforgettable live experiences,' they said.
All current ticket holders have been notified of the changes.
Updated program details, ticketing information and FAQs will be posted in the coming days at
www.untamed2025.com
or via email at vibes@untamedmusicfestival.com
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