Legendary rock band Foo Fighters have been confirmed to headline Foocastle's McDonald Jones Stadium on November 12 as part of their Take Cover Tour, in a major coup for Newcastle and the Hunter's booming visitor economy.
In honour of their first ever visit to Newcastle, the city is getting ready to welcome the 15-time Grammy Award winners with a Hollywood inspired attraction. The hill overlooking Newcastle's famous Nobbys Beach will feature a giant FOOCASTLE sign today to celebrate the Foo Fighters' first concert in the Hunter.
Foo Fighters fever will take over Foocastle in the lead up to the show, with the city to come alive with activations and tailored experiences to welcome fans from all over the state, country and world.
Foocastle is the band's fourth stop on their Australian tour, with a show also confirmed for Sydney's Accor Stadium.
World-class events like the Foo Fighters tour and global aviation links with the recent opening of the Newcastle International Airport are transforming Newcastle into a powerhouse for the regional visitor economy, creating jobs, backing local businesses and showcasing the Hunter to the world.
The Foo Fighters are the fourth major touring artist to visit Newcastle, following the success of Elton John, Paul McCartney and P!nk - the first concerts at McDonald Jones Stadium in over three decades, which delivered enormous economic benefits for local hotels, restaurants and small businesses.
The Minns Labor Government is committed to growing in regional NSW tourism and having major events, such as Foo Fighters, that attract visitors year-round, will deliver real economic benefits to local communities.
Minister for Tourism Steve Kamper said:
"Foo Fighters are one of the world's biggest bands who will transform Foocastle and bring the Hunter to life.
"We are focused on transforming Newcastle into a major event destination with the Foo Fighters adding to a growing list of international touring artists and sporting events, with the Women's State of Origin, the 2026 Rugby League World Cup and the 2027 Rugby World Cup to come.
"Foo Fighters tour landing in Newcastle reinforces the Hunter's rapid rise as one of Australia's premier regional event destinations, with major global acts choosing the harbour city for headline shows alongside major international capitals.
"This momentum is being supercharged through the new Newcastle International Terminal and our NSW Take Off Fund, which has unlocked Newcastle as a global gateway for tourism, trade and investment."
Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley said:
"The Hunter is back in the spotlight. International flights are landing, global superstars are arriving and the world is finally catching on to what we've known all along - that centre stage belongs to the Hunter.
"As the Foo Fighters roll into Newcastle, we're rolling out the welcome mat to Australia and the world. Come and see for yourself why the Hunter is our state's best-kept secret… not for much longer."
Member for Newcastle Tim Crakanthorp said:
"Newcastle will put on a show for the Foo Fighters and their fans.
"We can't wait to welcome all to Foocastle - home of the Foo Fighters for one night only.
"Foo Fighters will be one of the biggest events we've ever hosted in Newcastle, and we'll be making sure it will be an unforgettable night for the band and all who come to see the legendary rockstars in action."
City of Newcastle CEO Jeremy Bath said:
"Major events don't come much bigger or louder, than the Foo Fighters.
"Having Foo Fighters for a stadium show is a huge coup for Newcastle and once again puts our city up in lights on the international stage.
"Novocastrians and visitors will no doubt pack out the stadium for what will be a night to remember. As someone who has seen his fair share of Foo Fighters concerts, the good news is even if you miss out on a ticket, pretty much all of Newcastle will still be able to hear it!"
Frontier Touring CEO Dion Brant said:
"The Foo Fighters tour of Australia will see the band visit seven cities, and we're delighted that Newcastle fans would be treated to their first ever visit from the legendary rockers."
