What you need to know
Battle of the Bands
Expressions of Interest to perform at Battle of the Bands 2025 have now closed.
In a night where music meets the cosmos, local emerging bands go head-to-head in a live showdown that's sure to send shockwaves through the galaxy.
6 bands will be selected to perform a 15-minute set, with great prizes up for grabs for the winner and runner-up!
First Prize
- A performance slot at Moonee Valley Festival 2026
- A custom merch package for your band valued at $400
- A professional photoshoot for your band
- +more!
Second Prize
- A custom merch package valued at $200
- A $100 voucher for your favourite music store
- +more!
Performance Prize
All bands selected to perform will also receive a $100 payment for their performance, regardless of placement.
Entry requirements
- All performers must be aged 16 years or over at the time of performance.
- At least 50% of performers must be aged between 16 and 25 years at the time of performance.
- At least 50% of performers in the act must live, work, study or hang out in Moonee Valley.
- All acts must perform a minimum of 2 original songs. Only one cover is permitted per act.
- Successful applicants over the age of 18 must agree to provide a Working With Children’s Check (WWCC). There is no cost associated with this.
- Performers of selected acts must agree to Moonee Valley’s Child Safe Code of Conduct