Get ready for Spring Ditch 2026! Saturday 7th of March at the beautiful Stanley Recreation Reserve.

A perfect day of family fun, food and music with friends, nestled in the shade of the regal gum trees.

Musical guests this year include all-female mariachi trailblazers QUEEN OF HEARTS, the transcendent Buddhist rock energy of BUDDHADATTA all the way from Japan, and the irresistible 60s-inspired ska grooves of THE SKABHANGERS. From Melbourne, THE LULUBLUES bring their soulful blues swagger, while AMAYA LAUCIRICA returns to enchant with her lush dream-pop soundscapes.

Keeping spirits high, the one and only MC JOHN WALKER joins us once again — actor, storyteller, and all-round legend — alongside our perennial party hero DJ JANE DOE, dropping the perfectly timed bangers that keep the Ditch moving. And making his long-awaited debut behind the decks, DJ PROF, a true Spring Ditch original, steps into the spotlight for a set that’s bound to become Stanley folklore!

Plus a huge range of old school events and activities for the whole family. Including the inaugural Stanley Smoke Up BBQ Competition, Kid’s Olympics (including Sack Race / Apple & Spoon + more), The Golden Gumboot Toss, Kid’s Activity Zone, Chainsaw Art, Tennis Madness, Arts & Craft, Raffles & Competitions, Memorabilia, Jamswells Open Mic Stage, Mini Golf Putt, Roving Performers and sooooo much more. All showcasing the wealth of talent and creativity in our local community!