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About:
Festival Of The Sun, or simply FOTSUN, is an annual music festival in Port Macquarie, a coastal town in New South Wales, Australia.

The festival is held over two days in December and features a diverse lineup of Australian and international musicians across multiple stages.

Festival Of The Sun has been running since 2004 and has become a popular event on the Australian music festival calendar, attracting thousands of visitors yearly.

Festival Of The Sun was founded by friends who were passionate about live music and wanted to create a unique festival experience for their local community. The founders of the festival include Simon Luke, Brandon Saul, Scott Mesiti, and Adam Lewis.

Famous For:
Festival Of The Sun has become a popular event on the Australian music festival calendar, attracting thousands of visitors each year and contributing to the cultural and economic vibrancy of the Port Macquarie community.

Creation Purpose:
The event founders saw a gap in the market for a music festival that showcased emerging artists and provided a platform for local musicians to perform alongside established acts. Their main goal was to create a festival that would become an integral part of the Port Macquarie community and contribute to the local economy while promoting live music and a love for the arts.

Fun Facts:
In 2013, the festival set a Guinness World Record for the most people wearing sunglasses at night, with 1,642 festival-goers donning shades and dancing to Corey Hart's "Sunglasses at Night."

The festival has been held at various locations in Port Macquarie over the years, including a cattle paddock and a racecourse before settling at its current location at Sundowner Breakwall Tourist Park.

Impact on the Music Industry:
Festival Of The Sun is famous for providing a platform for local musicians to perform alongside well-known artists, helping to promote the Australian music scene, and supporting emerging talent.

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Festival of the Sun 2022 at a glance

When did Festival of the Sun 2022 take place?

Festival was scheduled from 19 May to 21 May 2022 (2 day(s)).

Where was Festival of the Sun 2022 held?

Festival of the Sun takes place in Port Macquarie, Australia. Here is the full address of the festival: 1 Munster Street Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia 2444

Who headlined Festival of the Sun 2022?

San Cisco, Middle Kids, Ruby Fields, Hermitude, The Buoys.

What were the main genres at Festival of the Sun 2022?

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