Unveiling The First Line-Up Of Performers For Our Upcoming Australian Shows
We’re celebrating 75 years with The Heroes Who Made Us Show at the Suncorp Stadium from 12-15 February 2026.
A phenomenal number of performers from across the globe and in Australia have been confirmed to perform as part of The Tattoo as we go exclusively to Brisbane, Queensland, in February 2026, in celebration of our 75th anniversary.
More than 30 bands and cultural groups from over 12 countries are set to perform in The Heroes Who Made Us from 12 -15 February as part of a record-breaking run of Shows at Suncorp Stadium. Here are some of the groups you can look forward to:
- UK Military Bands from the Royal Navy,
- The Army and Royal Air Force,
- The Combined Military Bands of the Australian Defence Force (Air Force, Army, and Navy),
- Queensland Police Pipe Band,
- Western Australia Police Pipe Band,
- Australia’s Federation Guard,
- His Majesty the King of Norway’s Guard Band and Drill Team,
- Japan Air Self-Defense Force Central Band,
- His Majesty’s Armed Forces, The Royal Corps of Musicians, Tonga,
- The Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band, with more to be announced.
The Tattoo is renowned for stirring music, military precision, cultural displays, and dramatic performances, our Australian event will see a total of over 1,100 performers descend on Brisbane, Queensland, with international performers including Scottish actor Terence Rae as narrator and fan favourite Top Secret Drum Corps.
This announcement follows the close of our spectacular 75th anniversary season in Edinburgh, which attracted near sell-out crowds to the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade throughout August 2025. Over 220,000 spectators attended, travelling from across the world to experience one of Scotland’s most iconic cultural events, with millions more watching the TV broadcast.
From royalty to sporting legends and stars of stage and screen, The Heroes Who Made Us attracted a host of notable attendees too, including The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Scottish tennis champion Andy Murray, and Outlander actor Sam Heughan.
Alan Lane, Creative Director of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, said:
We are absolutely thrilled with the cast we’ve assembled for Australia. This is a truly world-class line-up that brings together the best of music, pageantry and performance. The Tattoo has always been about celebrating culture, connection and spectacle, and to be able to share that spirit with Australian audiences is a real delight. We can’t wait to light up Suncorp Stadium with the colour, energy and precision that makes the Tattoo so iconic.
Creative Director of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Queensland Minister for Tourism, Andrew Powell, said:
Brisbane is buzzing with anticipation as we prepare to host The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo for the very first time in 2026. This event is a true celebration of both our local Queensland talent and extraordinary performers from around the globe. We’re serious about cementing Queensland’s reputation as the events capital of Australia and this is no exception, with the Tattoo set to inject $39 million into the state’s economy.
Queensland Minister for Tourism
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said:
Brisbane is proud to welcome the world-renowned The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to our major events calendar in 2026. This iconic celebration of artistry, tradition and excellence will be elevated by the involvement of local performers, including the Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band, who will share the stage with international talent at this truly world-class event. It’s a remarkable opportunity to showcase Brisbane on the global stage, while delivering a significant boost for local businesses and further reinforcing our reputation as Australia’s lifestyle capital.
Brisbane Lord Mayor
Making its return to Australia for the first time since 2019, this will be our first-ever performance in Brisbane - and one of our most ambitious international Stadium productions to date. Blending the timeless traditions of the British Armed Forces with modern performance and world-class production, we continue to evolve, while remaining rooted in history. Cutting-edge lighting, immersive sound design and stunning visual imagery will elevate the performance experience, all set under the stars at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
INITIAL CAST ANNOUNCEMENT
- UK Massed Military Bands including The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland, The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland, The Duchess of Edinburgh’s String Orchestra, Royal Air Force Central Band, and more
- The Combined Military Bands of the Australian Defence Force
- Australian Defence Force Pipes and Drums
- Western Australia Police Pipe Band
- Auckland Police Pipes and Drums
- Queensland Police Pipe Band
- The Brisbane Boys’ College Pipe Band
- Australia’s Federation Guard
- The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Performers - including Pipers, Drummers, Dancers, and Fiddlers
- New Zealand Army Band
- His Majesty the King of Norway’s Guard Band and Drill Team
- Top Secret Drum Corps
- Japan Air Self-Defense Force Central Band
- His Majesty’s Armed Forces, The Royal Corps of Musicians Tonga
Tickets are still available for The Heroes Who Made Us Show in Brisbane. Book now: 2026 Tickets | Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
09 October 2025