Coastal Sounds & Country Vibes
Where coast meats country, the music follows.
From talented local musicians to acclaimed national and international artists, the Whitianga Oceans Festival delivers an exciting lineup of entertainment throughout the day. The marina stage will be alive with toe-tapping tunes, coastal sounds and country vibes, creating the perfect festival soundtrack.
2026 line up!
2026 line up!
Brad Cox
& Band
Australian country rock powerhouse Brad Cox is heading to the Whitianga Oceans Festival as our headline act.
Hailing from the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Brad has become one of Australia’s most celebrated country artists, known for his raw authenticity, powerful vocals and electric live performances. With chart-topping albums, multiple Golden Guitar Awards and sold-out tours across Australia, he’s built a reputation as a must-see act.
From breakout hits like Red Light to his latest releases, Brad continues to push the boundaries of modern country, blending heartfelt storytelling with big, arena-ready sound.
Fresh from major festivals and touring both Australia and the US, Brad Cox is leading the new wave of country rock and bringing that energy straight to the Whitianga Marina.
The
Western Guide
Meet Aaron Pulemagafa AKA, The Western Guide whose from Samoan descent, and looks decidedly more Waikato than Nashville.
Blending country sound with rich storytelling and cultural depth, The Western Guide is quickly making waves across New Zealand’s music scene. With standout tracks like Bottom of the Bed and Pe Moni Ea — which has surpassed 1 million streams on Spotify — he’s gaining national recognition and bringing a fresh voice to modern country.
A finalist at the 2025 Pacific Music Awards, The Western Guide represents a new era of country music, grounded in values of community, culture and connection.
AutoMatic80’s
Step back into the 80s with AutoMatic80s.
New Zealand’s leading live 80s experience is bringing big sound, bold costumes and an electric stage presence to the festival. With iconic hits from legends like Duran Duran, Blondie and Simple Minds, expect sing-along anthems, dancefloor classics and a high-energy set that will have the whole marina buzzing.
Vegas Brown
& Band
Whitianga local Vegas Brown brings big energy to the festival stage.
An award-winning, gold-selling artist, Vegas delivers a powerhouse live show alongside his full band, including Shannon Brown of 48May and Tadpole. Expect big vocals, crowd favourites and feel-good anthems that’ll have the whole marina dancing.
