Hard techno is having a moment, and Australia's touring XXL series in Brisbane, Perth, Sydney and Melbourne is right at the centre of it, alongside hard-dance events worldwide.

The scene runs fast and heavy, with the XXL run landing across winter. Setline brings hard techno festivals together with full lineups, so you can find the right room, preview the DJs, and plan the night with friends.

Upcoming festivals

XXL Brisbane Hard Techno festival

XXL Brisbane

Jun 19, 2026 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, Australia
15 artists
XXL Perth Hard Techno festival

XXL Perth

Jun 20, 2026 Perth, Western Australia, Australia, Australia
14 artists
XXL Sydney - 2nd Series Hard Techno festival

XXL Sydney - 2nd Series

Jun 26, 2026 Sydney, NSW, Australia, Australia
25 artists
XXL Melbourne - 7th Series Hard Techno festival

XXL Melbourne - 7th Series

Jun 27, 2026 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Australia
38 artists
Lost Minds Festival Hard Techno festival

Lost Minds Festival

Jul 11, 2026 Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Dash Berlin, Oliver Heldens, Mauro Picotto + 43 more
Dreamstate Sydney 2027 Hard Techno festival

Dreamstate Sydney 2027

Feb 6, 2027 Sydney, NSW, Australia, Australia
Tiësto
Dreamstate Melbourne 2027 Hard Techno festival

Dreamstate Melbourne 2027

Feb 7, 2027 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Australia
Tiësto