ARIA Hall of Fame Celebrates 40 Years with Standalone ABC Broadcast Event
The ARIA Hall of Fame will mark a major milestone in 2026, with a special standalone event celebrating the 40th anniversary of the ARIA Awards set to air nationally on the ABC.
Taking place on Thursday, 11 June 2026 at Carriageworks in Sydney on Gadigal land, the ceremony will honour six artists being inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame — Gurrumul, Jenny Morris, Kate Ceberano, Spiderbait, The Living End and Vika & Linda.
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The event will feature a series of live performances celebrating the careers and influence of the inductees, with appearances from Kate Ceberano, Spiderbait, The Living End, Vika & Linda, Kate Miller-Heidke, Dan Sultan and Mia Wray.
A tribute to Gurrumul will also form part of the evening, with members of his family performing Djarimirri, continuing the storytelling traditions reflected in his music through dance and culture.
According to organisers, the event will span multiple generations and genres of Australian music, highlighting songs and performances that have shaped the local industry over the past four decades.
The 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame inductees join a list of previous recipients including AC/DC, Cold Chisel, Kylie Minogue, INXS, Crowded House, Missy Higgins, Tina Arena, Jimmy Barnes, Yothu Yindi, Kasey Chambers, Archie Roach and Human Nature.
Established in 1987, the ARIA Awards recognise achievement across the Australian music industry, celebrating artists, creators and industry leaders.
The anniversary event will be hosted by broadcaster Myf Warhurst, who said:
“To be part of the 40th anniversary ARIA Hall of Fame is incredibly special.
These artists have shaped Australian culture, soundtracked generations and influenced how we see ourselves through music.
From the power and emotion of Gurrumul, to the energy of Spiderbait and The Living End, and the iconic voices of Kate Ceberano, Jenny Morris and Vika & Linda, this is a line-up that truly reflects the depth and brilliance of Australian music.
It’s going to be loud, joyful and full of unforgettable moments – exactly what the Hall of Fame should be.”
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The event will bring together artists, industry figures and music fans as part of celebrations recognising the ongoing contribution of Australian music and culture.
The 40th Anniversary ARIA Hall of Fame event will broadcast at 9.15pm, Saturday 13 June 2026 on ABC Entertains and ABC iview.
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