Youth Policy & ID Requirements

Laneway Festival in Sydney in 2027 will be a licensed 16+ event.

So that we can provide a secure and safe environment for everyone, we are once again implementing our Youth Policy for 2027, which will form part of our Conditions of Entry.

In summary, the minimum age requirement to attend Laneway Festival in Sydney for 2027 will be 16 years of age (that is, 16 years as at the date of the event: Friday, 12th February 2027). 

All patrons under the age of 18-years old MUST be accompanied and supervised, at all times, by a responsible adult* over the age of 18 years old.

A youth ticket must be purchased with an 18+ ticket, at a ratio of 1:2, that is, ONE responsible adult may supervise a maximum of TWO juveniles at the festival. 

‍*Under NSW liquor licensing laws, a responsible adult is defined as an adult who is:

• a parent, step-parent or guardian of the minor
• another adult who is, for the time being, standing in as your parent, meaning they have responsibility for supervising you during your time at the event (for example, an aunt, uncle or adult sibling who has taken on this role for the event)

If a juvenile is found to be unaccompanied or unsupervised, both the juveniles and their respective responsible adult will have their tickets cancelled and will be escorted from the festival site.

Accepted ID for ALL patrons attending Laneway Festival in Sydney will be as follows to gain entry to the event: 

• Australian Photo Driver’s Licence or Learner’s Permit (from NSW or interstate); or
• Foreign Drivers Licence (English language or if not in the English language, must be accompanied by an official English translation e.g. by any NAATI accredited translator) or an International Driving Permit; or
• Current Passport from any country; or
• Proof of Age Card (*see below)
• Australian Birth Certificate (certified copy is okay) PLUS a Current Photo ID (eg Student ID Card). We must be able to verify both your age and your photo ID, we cannot accept one without the other (see below**)

Please note that digital forms of ID are accepted (screenshots or photographs of ID will not be accepted), but we strongly recommend bringing a physical copy as a backup in case of network issues or a flat phone battery.

Anyone who fails to present an Accepted ID upon entry will not be allowed into Laneway Festival. No refunds will be processed for anyone who is denied entry because they did not bring Accepted ID. 

 The Conditions of Entry and Ticketing Terms & Conditions apply to everyone attending Laneway Festival. Promoter reserves the right to evict any persons engaging in illegal activities (for 16 and 17 years olds, this includes attempting to purchase, possessing or consuming alcohol).    

**Alcohol: Any patron who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol must be 18 years of age or older and provide valid photo ID at all event bars, as required under the applicable State liquor legislation. Valid photo ID must be Government issued.

* Proof of Age Card issued by an interstate government authority, such as:   NSW residents: NSW Proof of Age Card or a NSW Photo Card issued by Service NSW.

QLD residents: QLD Photo Identification Card

VIC residents: Victorian Proof of Age issued by the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation.

SA residents: SA Proof of Age Card issued by Service SA

WA residents: Western Australian Photo Card issued by the Department of Transport

Information and penalties for using a fake identification found here:

https://yla.org.au/nsw/topics/courts-police-and-the-law/fake-id-cards/

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Accepted ID for ALL patrons attending Laneway Festival in Sydney will be as follows to gain entry into the event:
Australian Photo Driver’s Licence or Learner’s Permit (from NSW or interstate); or
Foreign Drivers Licence (English language or if not in the English language, must be accompanied by an official English translation e.g. by any NAATI accredited translator) or an International Driving Permit; or
Current Passport from any country; or
Proof of Age Card (*see below)
Australian Birth Certificate (certified copy is okay) PLUS a Current Photo ID (eg student card). We must be able to verify both your age and your photo ID, we cannot accept one without the other (**see below)

Please note that digital forms of ID are accepted (screenshots or photographs of ID will not be accepted), but we strongly recommend bringing a physical copy as a backup in case of network issues or a flat phone battery.

Anyone who fails to present an Accepted ID upon entry will not be allowed into Laneway Festival. No refunds will be processed for anyone who is denied entry because they did not bring Accepted ID.

**Alcohol: Any patron who wishes to purchase or consume alcohol must be 18 years of age or older and provide valid photo ID at all event bars, as required under the applicable State liquor legislation. Valid photo ID must be Government issued.

The Conditions of Entry and Ticketing Terms & Conditions apply to everyone attending Laneway Festival. Promoter reserves the right to evict any persons engaging in illegal activities (for 16 and 17 years olds, this includes attempting to purchase, possessing or consuming alcohol).

* Proof of Age Card issued by an interstate government authority, such as:
NSW residents: NSW Proof of Age Card or a NSW Photo Card issued by Service NSW.
QLD residents: QLD Photo Identification Card
VIC residents: Victorian Proof of Age issued by the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation.
SA residents: SA Proof of Age Card issued by Service SA
WA residents: Western Australian Photo Card issued by the Department of Transport

Information and penalties for using a fake identification found here:
https://yla.org.au/nsw/topics/courts-police-and-the-law/fake-id-cards/

Use our handy decision tool below to determine if the 18+ person you're attending with fits the definition of a Responsible Adult: