Big Red Bash 2024

About:
The Big Red Bash is an annual music festival held in Birdsville, Queensland, Australia. It was founded in 2013 and has been growing ever since. The event features a wide range of genres including rock, punk, pop, and country. Big acts such as Amy Shark, Hilltop Hoods and You Am I have all performed at the event.

The festival also offers activities such as camel rides and 4WD tours to explore the outback during the day, before dancing into the night with some of Australia's top performers.

Famous For:
Big Red Bash is known for being a pioneer when it comes to sustainability, having implemented various initiatives including no single-use plastics on-site and compostable cups.

Creation Purpose:
The Big Red Bash was founded by music lovers Jeff Daniels and Greg Donovan, the two friends aimed to create an event that celebrates music, the great outdoors, and community spirit. They wanted to build something unique and offer a chance for people in rural areas of Australia to experience live music events. The idea was initially met with some skepticism but it quickly gained momentum and has since become one of Australia's most successful festivals, attracting thousands of people nationwide.

Fun Facts:
It has been held at the Birdum Racecourse in the Northern Territory since 2014.

Despite its remote location, thousands of people from all over Australia come to experience the event each year.

Impact on the Music Industry:
By establishing itself as one of Australia's most successful outdoor festivals, Big Red Bash has helped push the music industry forward in terms of innovation and creativity.