Dark Down South III returns to Jim McDonald Oval, Kirup, on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November 2026 for two days of heavy music in Western Australia’s South West.
Friday features Ban’d IV Life, Valmara, Terror Adaptors, Undeniable, Psychonaut, Enforce, Deadcode, iNFeCTeD and Iniquitous Monolith.
Saturday brings Ban’d IV Life, Putrid Stench, Deathcap Dinner Party, Toxic Volcano, Psytopia, Oceans & Omens, Vanadium B.C., FistDead, Kuntsquad and Demente.
Explore the full running order and band introductions below. Friday’s music starts at 2pm; Saturday kicks off at 1pm.
With free camping, a BYO policy (no glass) and on-site food vendors, Dark Down South is a family-friendly, all-ages weekend built around community and heavy music.
Friday features Ban’d IV Life, Valmara, Terror Adaptors, Undeniable, Psychonaut, Enforce, Deadcode, iNFeCTeD and Iniquitous Monolith.
Saturday brings Ban’d IV Life, Putrid Stench, Deathcap Dinner Party, Toxic Volcano, Psytopia, Oceans & Omens, Vanadium B.C., FistDead, Kuntsquad and Demente.
Explore the full running order and band introductions below. Friday’s music starts at 2pm; Saturday kicks off at 1pm.
With free camping, a BYO policy (no glass) and on-site food vendors, Dark Down South is a family-friendly, all-ages weekend built around community and heavy music.
BANDS & SET TIMES
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DementeMexican death and thrash band Demente close Saturday night with a theatrical, gore-themed performance. -
Ban’d IV LifePerth metal covers band Ban’d IV Life kick off both days with classic favourites. -
iNFeCTeDPerth veterans iNFeCTeD bring industrial death metal to Dark Down South III. -
KuntsquadMelbourne’s Kuntsquad bring crust and death metal to Kirup. -
Iniquitous MonolithPerth brutal death metal band Iniquitous Monolith headline Friday night. -
Oceans & OmensOceans & Omens bring Perth metalcore to Saturday evening. -
PsychonautBridgetown’s Psychonaut deliver horror-themed thrash from WA’s South West. -
DeadcodeDeadcode represent Perth’s death metal underground on Friday night. -
Vanadium B.C.Fremantle thrash veterans Vanadium B.C. represent WA’s longstanding metal scene. -
EnforceWA veterans Enforce fuse melodic death metal and thrash. -
PsytopiaPerth’s Psytopia combine thrash and metalcore. -
ValmaraPerth’s Valmara bring classic heavy metal and thrash to the Friday lineup. -
Putrid StenchMandurah newcomers Putrid Stench bring blackened death metal to Saturday afternoon. -
FistDeadPerth grindcore act FistDead take the stage on Saturday night. -
UndeniablePerth band Undeniable bring a melodic take on classic heavy metal. -
Deathcap Dinner PartyPerth’s Deathcap Dinner Party bring stoner doom to Dark Down South III. -
Terror AdaptorsTerror Adaptors combine industrial and progressive metal with an interstellar theme. -
Toxic VolcanoToxic Volcano bring volcanic-themed death metal from Perth’s underground.
Friday 20th November 2026
Set Times
2PM
2PM
Ban’d IV Life
Perth metal covers band Ban’d IV Life kick off both days with classic favourites.
3PM
3PM
Valmara
Perth’s Valmara bring classic heavy metal and thrash to the Friday lineup.
4PM
4PM
Terror Adaptors
Terror Adaptors combine industrial and progressive metal with an interstellar theme.
5PM
5PM
Undeniable
Perth band Undeniable bring a melodic take on classic heavy metal.
6PM
6PM
Psychonaut
Bridgetown’s Psychonaut deliver horror-themed thrash from WA’s South West.
7PM
7PM
Enforce
WA veterans Enforce fuse melodic death metal and thrash.
8PM
8PM
Deadcode
Deadcode represent Perth’s death metal underground on Friday night.
9PM
9PM
iNFeCTeD
Perth veterans iNFeCTeD bring industrial death metal to Dark Down South III.
10PM
10PM
Iniquitous Monolith
Perth brutal death metal band Iniquitous Monolith headline Friday night.
Saturday 21st November 2026
Set Times
1PM
1PM
Ban’d IV Life
Perth metal covers band Ban’d IV Life kick off both days with classic favourites.
2PM
2PM
Putrid Stench
Mandurah newcomers Putrid Stench bring blackened death metal to Saturday afternoon.
3PM
3PM
Deathcap Dinner Party
Perth’s Deathcap Dinner Party bring stoner doom to Dark Down South III.
4PM
4PM
Toxic Volcano
Toxic Volcano bring volcanic-themed death metal from Perth’s underground.
5PM
5PM
Psytopia
Perth’s Psytopia combine thrash and metalcore.
6PM
6PM
Oceans & Omens
Oceans & Omens bring Perth metalcore to Saturday evening.
7PM
7PM
Vanadium B.C.
Fremantle thrash veterans Vanadium B.C. represent WA’s longstanding metal scene.
8PM
8PM
FistDead
Perth grindcore act FistDead take the stage on Saturday night.
9PM
9PM
Kuntsquad
Melbourne’s Kuntsquad bring crust and death metal to Kirup.
10PM
10PM
Demente
Mexican death and thrash band Demente close Saturday night with a theatrical, gore-themed performance.
MUST READ INFORMATION
Dark Down South Festival & Camping Info
Welcome to the 2026 Dark Down South Open Air – South West Metal Fest, hosted by Dark Wolf Touring. This event celebrates our metal community, fostering unity, respect, and love for the genre. We want everyone, including kids, to have an amazing, safe experience. Remember to look out for each other, respect the venue, and practice “pit etiquette.”
Let’s make Dark Down South an unforgettable experience filled with music, respect, and good times. Horns Up!
Festival Conduct
ZERO TOLERANCE: No hooning, driving under the influence, violence, or harassment. Violators will be removed with security or police intervention.
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Festival Rules
No Glass & Fires: Absolutely no glass containers or open flames.
Respect Each Other: Let’s keep the vibe positive, respectful, and safe for all attendees.
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What to Bring
Sleeping Gear: Tent, swag, or camper.
Essentials: Water bottle, torch, cash (in case card payments fail), battery pack.
Good Vibes: This festival is all about love for metal and community.
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On-Site Amenities
Merch Tent: Info, charging station, first aid, and fire extinguishers.
Water: 6 drinking water points around the oval; taps near the old clubhouse.
Toilet: On-site toilets; showers available at Kirup Tavern ($5 + $50 key bond).
Food & Drink: We’ve got a great selection, including Malaysian food, sausage sizzle for breakfast, donuts, coffee, and snacks available all day. Plenty to enjoy.
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Waste Disposal
Containers for Change: Use for plastic bottles and cans.
General Waste: Bins provided. Be considerate and keep the area clean.
Cigarettes: Use designated butt-out buckets to prevent fires.
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Traffic & Parking
Speed Limit: 5 km/hr (walking pace). Drive only on designated paths.
Parking: Parallel parking around the oval boundary. Park near your campsite.
Gates: Close at midnight both nights; no entry or exit after this time.
No Driving Under the Influence: Keep it safe and respect the Kirup community.
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Camping Guidelines
Camp Only in Designated Areas: Free camping for all attendees.
Fire Safety: No fires or open flames allowed.
Setup: Caravans and campers to the back, tents and swags in the middle.
Noise Curfew: No loud music after midnight.
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Emergency Info
Crew Assistance: Available at the Merch tent, stage, sound desk, and front gate.
Contact: For emergencies, text/call 0410 048 073
First Aid: Located at the Merch tent; text/call for location-based assistance.
Emergency Protocol: In case of a bushfire or weather event, remain calm and follow all organizer instructions. Evacuation plans will be provided if needed.
Site Map
VENUE
Jim McDonald Oval, Kirup, Western Australia
Contact Us
0410 048 073
darkdownsouth@gmail.com
darkdownsouth@gmail.com
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