Foundation Hardcore Fest III Lineup Announced

It's no secret hardcore is having a popular moment right now, with devotees new and old flocking to gigs across Aotearoa, an inclusive situation fostered by community veterans who've been putting in the dedicated mahi for decades. Aotearoa's punk Mecca Kirikiriroa Hamilton is ground zero for Foundation Hardcore Fest III, brought to you by the NZHCPP crew and hosting seventeen heavy-hitting acts over two nights at The Local Te Rapa this spring. Featuring special guests from Naarm Melbourne Resurrect, alongside locals from all around the motu, grip the details below and show out in force on 16th and 17th October...

"FOUNDATION FEST is coming in hard for the 3rd year this year with a stacked lineup of punk and hardcore.
Over two relentless days, 17 of some of the best NZHC This isn’t just another gig — Its a community!!
This is Foundation Fest III"

Foundation Hardcore Fest III
Friday 16th October and Saturday 17th October
The Local Te Rapa, Hamilton

Friday lineup:
Soulvoid
Killed For Less
Snakeway
Run It Straight
Cry For
Death Portal

Saturday lineup:
Brainwave
Drop Off Point
Resurrect (AUS)
Standover
Brawler
Cease & Desist
Dredge
Shuriken
Money Sock
Visions Ov Hell
Big Norm

Tickets and weekend passes on sale HERE via UTR

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