CMC Rocks QLD 2026

Our first CMC Rocks together — a memorable father-and-daughter weekend of country music, festival atmosphere and a few special moments along the way.

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Our first CMC Rocks

A festival adventure together

CMC Rocks QLD 2026 was a special one for Zoe and me, because it was the first time either of us had attended the festival.

It turned into a great father-and-daughter adventure, with plenty of live music, a brilliant atmosphere, festival displays, merch and a few memorable moments along the way. We got to experience the energy of the crowd, enjoy some great performances and even meet some of the performers, which was a real highlight of the weekend.

More than anything, it was simply a great experience to share together and one we’ll both remember for a long time.

Festival memories

Photos from the weekend

From the drive out to live music and meeting performers, these are a few of the moments that made our first CMC Rocks memorable.

Shane and Zoe travelling to CMC Rocks — On the road to our first CMC Rocks adventure.

Dasha performing live at CMC Rocks — Live music under the lights.

Crowd watching the wing eating competition at Nifty's — Soaking up the atmosphere at Nifty’s.

Country-themed hats at a festival stall — Festival merch and country style everywhere.

Shane standing near the Nifty's Sports Bar mural — A quick photo stop at Nifty’s Sports Bar.

Zoe meeting performers at CMC Rocks — Meeting some of the performers was a real highlight.

Zoe posing with performers at CMC Rocks — A special first-CMC memory for Zoe.

Shane and Zoe posing with performers at CMC Rocks — One more group photo to remember the weekend.