EVENT INFO
ECHO Festival is an 18+ event.
Paid camping on site this year. There is a free shuttle provided throughout the weekend.
Friday 22nd March is dedicated to the Native Bounty Feast dinner. Gates will open at 5:00pm.
Saturday 23rd March is the main day and evening. Activities start at 10:00am and continue late into the evening.
Whilst we are working hard to be an accessibile festival, however, please be aware that the land on site is undulating, rough farm grounds. Please contact us should you require further information.
No dogs permitted on site.
where to stay ?
Our Accommodation Partner: Swansea Beach Chalets
https://www.swanseachalets.com.au/
https://eastcoasttasmania.com/where-to-stay/
Download the app: East Coast Tasmania Tourism
ECHO Ticket Holders receive a 20% discount at the Waterloo over the festival weekend, please contact them directly: https://www.waterloopoint.com.au/
On-site Camping
Registration is per tent or camper. No cars are permitted into the camp zone. On-site parking is close-by to the campsite.
NO BYO ALCOHOL – ECHO is a licensed event ONLY.
There will be gate checks.
Swansea Beach Chalets
15% discount to ECHO patrons on 2 or more night stay.
Call to redeem +61 3 6257 8177 .
Spacious, beachy chalets perched on grassy dunes, sheltered from the breeze and perfectly placed to catch the first rays of sun.
The Waterloo
20% discount to ECHO patrons from Mar 30 – 6 Apr
Call to redeem – 03 6257 8577
The Waterloo Hotel is an east coast icon located in Swansea, Tasmania. Providing guests with exquisite views and nostalgic rooms with modern comforts, it’s the perfect base for your east coast adventure.
Swansea Backpackers
Closest to the ECHO site
Swansea Backpackers Lodge is an award winning purpose built architect designed lodge, adjacent to the Historic Swansea Bark Mill and Tavern and within easy walking distance of Swansea beaches and shops.
Swansea Holiday Park
Cabins and Caravan sites
The Swansea Holiday Park is situated near the beach and faces towards Schouten Island with breathtaking views across Great Oyster Bay to Freycinet Peninsula and the famous Hazards. A variety of accommodation is offered from comfortable, affordable self contained cabins in a sheltered area close to facilities and grassy powered sites for caravans and motorhomes.
Swansea Holiday Park
Cabins and Caravan sites
The Swansea Holiday Park is situated near the beach and faces towards Schouten Island with breathtaking views across Great Oyster Bay to Freycinet Peninsula and the famous Hazards. A variety of accommodation is offered from comfortable, affordable self contained cabins in a sheltered area close to facilities and grassy powered sites for caravans and motorhomes.
BYO CAMPING
Alternatively, BYO camping ($20+bf per tent or campervan – limited numbers)
Access to porta-loos close by.
No pets allowed, sorry.
Bookings via the ECHO ticketing page.
* Please wear sturdy closed-in footwear, there are some prickles!
** For safety, car parking is separated from tents but is next to the BYO campsite.
Whilst the camp zone will be monitored whenever possible, please keep all valuables either on you or locked in your vehicle.
