Limp Bizkit to Headline Australia's Good Things Festival 2026

The 2026 iteration of Australia’s Good Things Festival has revealed Limp Bizkit as its headline act, marking a significant return for the nu-metal pioneers. Scheduled for early December, this traveling heavy-music festival will visit three major cities: Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, with performances taking place at Flemington Racecourse, Sydney Showground, and Brisbane Showgrounds respectively.

Limp Bizkit, who gained global acclaim in the late 1990s and early 2000s, have been confirmed to lead a diverse lineup featuring more than 30 artists. The festival’s roster spans multiple subgenres within rock and heavy music, including nu-metal, pop-punk, metalcore, and hardcore, promising a broad appeal for fans across the spectrum.

The band’s association with the festival is not new; they appeared at the 2023 edition and also played sold-out side shows, signaling robust demand for their performances down under. Fronted by Fred Durst, Limp Bizkit’s breakthrough came with their 1999 album, which debuted atop the Billboard 200 and garnered several Grammy nods. Their follow-up release shattered sales records at the time, cementing their place in rock history with multi-platinum certifications and global sales exceeding 40 million records.

Alongside Limp Bizkit, the festival will feature a mix of established and emerging acts. Canadian metalcore outfit Spiritbox will return with material from their 2021 debut, which reached a notable position on the Billboard 200, as well as fresh tracks from their 2025 follow-up, which topped charts in the UK. Simple Plan’s presence marks their first Good Things appearance since 2019, while Australian metalcore band Polaris will showcase music from their chart-topping 2023 album.

The festival also sets the stage for several milestone performances. Alexisonfire plans to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed 2006 album by performing it in its entirety. Similarly, Millencolin will perform their 2000 release live, and veteran punk band Bad Religion will celebrate an impressive 45 years in the industry.

Industrial metal group Ministry has announced that their Australian shows as part of this festival could be their final appearances in the country, adding a layer of significance to their set. Grinspoon, another Australian act, will return to the festival circuit shortly after their frontman’s recovery from a serious injury.

Other noteworthy names on the lineup include The All-American Rejects, P.O.D., The Devil Wears Prada, MxPx, Neck Deep, and newer bands such as Bilmuri and Voice of Baceprot, ensuring a rich and varied program. The festival maintains an age restriction, with all venues designated for attendees aged 16 and above.

Tickets for presale will become available starting August 18, allowing fans early access to what promises to be one of the most substantial heavy-music events in Australia for the year. This festival continues to build on its reputation for presenting a robust assembly of influential and cutting-edge acts.

With its multi-city format in December, Good Things Festival 2026 offers a unique opportunity for both local and international fans to engage with a wide array of influential rock and metal performers. Limp Bizkit’s role as headliners underscores the festival’s commitment to bringing major international names to the Australian live music scene, while the extensive lineup reflects the genre’s evolving landscape and enduring popularity.