29/09/2026
We’re proud to see so many artists who’ve performed at RIFF taking the stage at the ILT Southland Music Awards & Hall of Fame Show.
It’s going to be a brilliant night celebrating Southland music - and there are only 30 tickets left!
See the full lineup below and grab your ticket before they’re gone.
✦ ONLY 30 TICKETS LEFT ✦
The ILT Southland Music Awards & Hall of Fame Show is nearly sold out. Here’s what you can look forward to on Saturday 17 October.
THE WELCOME
The Invercargill City Jazz Band will set the scene with live pre-show entertainment.
ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
All six finalists - KC Barris, Margi Ferguson, Jordan Cossill, Devin Ledington, Kayla Mahon and Liam Fairbairn - will perform live before the 2026 winner is announced.
A RETURNING WINNER
2025 Entertainer of the Year Lachie Hayes returns to the stage for a special performance.
A GOLD GUITARS CHAMPION
Simon Thompson, this year’s overall Gold Guitars winner, will perform live.
HALL OF FAME
We’ll celebrate our three 2026 inductees - Shannon Cooper-Garland, Hollie Longman and Asher Skerrett - each with a live performance.
THE AWARDS
With Nick Tansley as MC, we’ll recognise the people and music that have made their mark on Southland this year.
THE AFTER-SHOW PARTY
New band The Elevators will keep the music going and the dancefloor full once the awards are over.
ILT Southland Music Awards Show
Saturday 17 October | ILT Stadium Southland
Only 30 tickets remain. Book yours through ILT Stadium Southland before they’re gone!
https://stadiumsouth.flicket.co.nz/events/e51a7a3b-bb93-40b0-8d4a-0c13888fbb52
