Live + Local program

Live and Local is a comprehensive capacity building program which responds directly to the need to increase participation in Australia’s local live music scene, and provides a platform for delivering live music activity that is innovative, flexible and sustainable.

In partnership with with The Live Music Office, Cairns Regional Council is aiming to build the capacity of local live music communities and support the growth of the local live music industry long term in the Council region.

For more information, head to the Have Your Say page to help shape the future of live music in Cairns.

LIVE + LOCAL: STRATFORD SOUNDS

Mark your diaries - Live + Local: Stratford Sounds is bringing the beats to the streets! This FREE one-day music festival is filling the town with tunes in the most unexpected places – from cafés to the library, distilleries to barbershops.

Date: Saturday 5 July 2025
Time:  9.00am - 8.00pm
Cost: FREE!

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Last Updated: 9 September 2025

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