Laneway Festival has become one of Australia’s favourites. What began as a boutique festival in literal laneways has blossomed into the perfect one-dayer for music fans of all types to see some of the hottest acts from Australia and overseas.
The 2024 iteration had to do some shuffling, with Eyedress pulling out due to some unforeseen hiccups, but Floodlights and Lotte Gallagher joined the party to fill the gaps! Read on for our must-see picks and some other handy tips so you can plan the perfect day and night at Laneway 2024.
Laneway Festival in Melbourne takes place on Saturday, February 10th, 2024, at The Park, a super cool venue located at 448 Epsom Road in Flemington. You can expect all of the usual Laneway trimmings at The Park, including food stalls, bars, chill-out zones, and the Laneway stages bringing you the goods.
Punthill Essendon’s local hosts have picked a few line-up inclusions you definitely don’t want to miss:
Do we even need to explain why ol’ Stevey-boy should be top of your list? If you haven’t dived into his music yet, now’s the time. Check out his single ‘Dark Red,’ the top-played song on Spotify that rightfully holds a special place in the hearts of many. This will be the festival highlight for sure.
Drawing inspiration from an eclectic mix of West Coast soft-rock, classic hits, weirdo pop, and Hawaiian Hapa-haole music, Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s hits like ‘Swim and Sleep’ and ‘So Good at Being in Trouble,’ will offer up the most unique part of your day.
One of our favourite local acts, hailing from Lutruwita/Tasmania, Miss Kanina is a proud Yorta Yorta, Kalkadoon, and Yirendali woman whose performance at Meredith Music Festival in December left an indelible mark. With provocative lyricism and a silky smooth blend of pop, rap, and R&B sounds, Miss Kanina spits razor-sharp, unapologetic bars, using her art to express her experience as a young Blak woman.
A fan favourite in the techno scene, Skin on Skin has earned a global reputation with his progressive blend of techno, UK drill, house, and alternative hip-hop. From Pitch Music and Arts Festival to Coachella, Skin on Skin has been making waves and festivals move – make sure you are in the thick of it!
As you gear up for an epic day at Laneway Festival, here are some essential tips to ensure you make the most of it:
Navigating your way to Laneway Melbourne is a breeze, and these are the best ways to ensure you arrive at the festival site with minimal fuss:
Train/Tram
For a hassle-free journey, trains and trams are your go-to transportation modes. Conveniently, some stations drop you right at the festival site, making your arrival seamless.
Rideshare/Taxi
If you prefer the flexibility of rideshare or a taxi, the drop-off point is located at Epsom Road. This strategic location ensures you’re just steps away from the festival entrance, ready to dive into the festivities as soon as you arrive. When it’s time to bid farewell to the sensational sounds of Laneway, rideshare and taxi pick-up is a breeze at Racecourse Road.
Consider overnight accommodation
If you’re travelling from a distance or simply want to make the most of your Laneway experience, consider booking overnight accommodation in the area. Keep reading for our recommendations for this.
Punthill Essendon and Punthill Essendon North are your best accommodation options for Laneway Festival 2024. A short ten-minute drive from the venue, these spots are also close to the airport for those who are flying in for the Laneway fun. Punthill’s contemporary and stylish studios and serviced apartments are the perfect places to start and end your festival!
