On Cockatoo Island, an industrial haven adrift from the mainland, Mode Festival resummons the faithful to a springtime ceremony of sweat and euphoria. Amid former boat sheds and wild blooms, we dance in sacred unity, casting off our former selves to the call of primal rhythms. Cross the waters, enter the embrace, and be remade in this new season of sound.
Wareamah, Gadigal Land
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Mode Festival 2025 will take place on October 11 2025, at Cockatoo Island in Sydney Harbour.
Cockatoo Island is accessible by private ferry only. Tickets to the ferries will be released later in the year - your ticket will be for a specific departure time, and any return time.
Yes, the festival will feature a curated selection of Sydney’s best food vendors and fully licensed bars across the island.
Yes. All attendees must be over 18 and will be required to show valid photo ID upon entry.
Mode is fully wheelchair accessible. We will have specially marked wheelchair accessible ferries listed on the Resident Advisor ticket page. If you have any questions please reach out to us at hello@bizarro.life.
We are proud to be partnering with the W Sydney in Darling Harbour, just a couple minutes walk from the Mode wharf. To celebrate Mode Festival weekend, W Sydney is offering an exclusive package: enjoy 15% off Best Available Rates for their Deluxe category and above, plus a 2PM late check-out — perfect for late nights and slow mornings. Available exclusively during Thursday 9 October – Sunday 12 October 2025. Plus, bookings will be entered into a draw to win VIP access to the W Hotels Lounge at Mode Festival and entry to the rooftop afterparty at 29/30. To unlock your discount, select Special Rates and enter promo code K6Y when booking.