Daniel Champagne LIVE

Event date: Friday, 17 July 2026 | 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM

A musician seated on stage next to an acoustic guitar and a guitar case covered in colorful stickers, under dramatic blue and purple lighting.

It's official: the young virtuoso Daniel Champagne, recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation”, has fallen in love with New Zealand.

So, after sold-out shows around the globe, he's bringing his now-famous live show to 25 intimate venues across the country in 2026!

“Do whatever it takes to get in the front row!” – Rhythms Magazine, Australia.

“A generational talent that must be seen to be believed.” – Roots Magazine, UK.

Don't miss your chance to experience live music at its finest! Daniel Champagne lives and breathes music. Playing upwards of 250 concerts around the world each year, he is as loved globally as he is in his homeland of Australia. His signature guitar style and formidable stage show have garnered accolades and dedicated fans worldwide.

Growing up in the Bega Valley on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, Daniel first picked up his instrument at age five, following in the footsteps of his musical father. He began writing songs at 12, trained classically through his teens, and performed wherever he could – honing his craft and developing the electrifying live show he is renowned for today. At 18, he finished school, turned professional and hit the road without looking back.

Over the following 18 years, Daniel has released seven studio albums, sold out concerts across the globe, played some of the biggest festivals under the sun, and shared stages with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, INXS, John Butler, Lucinda Williams, Ani DiFranco, Judy Collins and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

Expect jaw-dropping guitar skills, songs that carry the heart away, and the stories of a troubadour that will stay with you long after the last note rings out – a Daniel Champagne show is not just a concert, it’s an experience.

What else the press says:

“The word ‘prodigy’ seems to entirely fall short of this soft-spoken young man’s skills. He coaxes sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.” – The Calgary Herald, Canada.

“Today I saw the future of folk – festival-goers flocking in the thousands towards the main stage to witness a young musical phenomenon from Australia dish out an absolute show-stopper.” – The Firefly Column, USA.

“Daniel Champagne is a crossroads, fusing the strong traditions of blues, folk, and other roots art with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability. I firmly believe that he will become an ambassador for roots music in a time where it desperately needs representation.” – The Indie Blender, Canada.

“Reinventing roots guitar.” – Rhythms Magazine, Australia.

“Watching Daniel Champagne perform is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. He is a true prodigy who plays like no one else could possibly play unless they spent at least two lifetimes studying the art.” – BW Review, New Zealand.

“Daniel Champagne exudes a natural ease on stage, as he sings poignant lyrics and beautifully crafted melodies that invariably carry the heart with grand romanticism.”

Accessibility information: Wheelchair access, accessible parking, accessible toilets.