2026 ARIA Hall of Fame Inducts Six Australian Music Legends
Six prominent Australian acts, including Gurrumul, Jenny Morris, and Kate Ceberano, were inducted into the 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame during a special ceremony on Thursday night, June 11. The event, held at Sydney’s Carriageworks, broke from tradition by elevating a half-dozen artists, marking the 40th anniversary of the flagship ARIA Awards. Illustrious guests, including movie stars and federal politicians, attended the celebration of Australian music's evolution and legacies.
The 2026 ARIA Hall of Fame ceremony, a significant event in the Australian music calendar, saw six legendary acts inducted on Thursday, June 11. The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) expanded its usual induction class to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the ARIA Awards.
The inductees for the year include Gurrumul, Jenny Morris, Kate Ceberano, Spiderbait, The Living End, and Vika & Linda. This larger class of inductees represents a departure from recent traditions, which typically saw one or two acts inducted annually.
The ceremony took place at Sydney’s Carriageworks and attracted a diverse array of guests. Attendees included prominent movie stars, federal politicians, and figures from the music community. A video tribute from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was also presented during the event.
ARIA has been inducting artists into its Hall of Fame since 1988, with the inaugural class featuring acts such as Dame Joan Sutherland and AC/DC. The format of the induction ceremony has evolved over the years, including a standalone televised event in 2005 and a segment within the ARIA Music Awards.
The Hall of Fame aims to acknowledge the artistic achievements, cultural contributions, and lasting legacies of its inductees, celebrating the development of Australian music over four decades. According to Billboard, the publication attended the 2026 ceremony.
