SURRENDER

At Surrender Festival 2026, we believe that some of the best conversations happen over a shared meal. That’s why we’ve partnered with two incredible local legends to keep you fueled all weekend!

We are so honored to have The Good Neighbourhood Project and Foothills Community Care - Community Meals joining us. These organizations are experts in hospitality and building community through food in their local areas.

What’s on the menu?

🥙 Delicious & Affordable: High-quality main meals available for both lunch and dinner ($10 and under)

🌱 Dietary Friendly: Plenty of hearty vegetarian and vegan options.

☕ Cafe Vibes: Fresh coffee, soft drinks, and homemade cakes for your morning and afternoon tea breaks. Plus the famous Tearfund Chai Cart.

🍎 Healthy Bites: Our friends at the Richmond Salvos will also be on-site with a station for water and healthy snacks (like fresh fruit) to keep your energy up!

Come hungry for more than just a session—come ready to gather around the table.

Haven't got your ticket yet - head here : https://events.humanitix.com/surrender-festival-2026

⏳ ONE WEEK TO GO ⏳

Time to get your tickets 🎟️

The countdown is officially on. In just seven days, we’ll be gathering on Wurundjeri Country at the Belgrave Heights Convention Centre to explore what it means to follow Jesus to the margins.

The weekend is packed—but who is keeping the energy high and the conversations flowing?

Meet Your 2026 MCs! 🎤
We are so excited to introduce the incredible team guiding us through the main sessions:

Joel McKerrow: A long-time friend of Surrender, Joel is an award-winning performance poet, author, and educator. He’s been stirring our hearts since 2011, and we can’t wait to have his creative energy back on stage.

Kelly Woods: An artist, gamer, and missional leader, Kelly works at the intersection of faith and contemporary culture. Whether she’s hosting the Sonderverse digital community or facilitating retreats, she brings a deep sense of curiosity and sacred space.

Ben Howes: Leading Tearfund’s Advocacy & Church Engagement, Ben is passionate about justice and mercy. When he’s not equipping the next generation of leaders, you’ll find him in the bush or making a fresh batch of Tearfund chai!

THE DETAILS
📅 Friday 20 – Sunday 22 March, 2026
📍 Belgrave Heights Convention Centre
✨ Featuring: Ash Barker, Karina Kreminski, Jess Collins, Prof. Marcus Woolombi Waters, and many more.

Spaces are filling up fast and online registrations are hitting their final days. Don’t miss out on this time of listening, sharing, and reimagining faith together.

👉 https://events.humanitix.com/surrender-festival-2026

Ready to dive deeper? 🌊

If you’re looking for more than just a surface-level conversation, Friday Streams at Surrender is where you want to be on March 20th. We’re carving out space for community leaders to upskill, reflect, and get intentional about justice and mercy.

Here’s what’s on the menu for this year:

Stream A: At the Scent of Water – Exploring how local churches and communities can flourish again with Ash Barker

Stream B: A Voice from the Global South – Doing theology from the margins with Daniel Sihombing.

Stream C: Shhh... it’s a surprise, but trust us, it’s going to be good!

Check it out here | https://www.surrender.org.au/s25-friday-streams

🗓️ THE DETAILS

When: Friday, March 20th

Time: 10:30am – 3:00pm (Registrations open at 9:00am)

Tickets: Adults $90 | Students $45

Whether you're looking to sharpen your practice or just need a moment to reflect with like-minded people, these sessions are designed to shape your life and work in the margins.

🎟️ Grab your Friday Day Tickets now! Scan the QR code in the image or head to: events.humanitix.com/surrender-festival-2026/tickets

See you there!