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For everyone else, just know this movie has absolutely no interest in realism. Or subtlety. Directed by Adam Shankman, 'Stop! That! Train!' stars 'RuPaul's Drag Race' favourites Ginger Minj and Jujubee as two recently unemployed train attendants who accidentally become the least qualified, yet somehow most capable, people to stop a speeding luxury train from ploughing into increasingly ridiculous disasters.

Cassy Judy presents 'I've Come So Far – Symphonic' – moving her already anthemic, reflective track into a sweeping, orchestral landscape. The result is a cinematic, emotional piece of music accentuating Cassy's strength and power. . . With a raw vocal delivery, and a driving instrumental outro. Before this stunning transformation, 'I've Come So Far', released a few years ago, was already filled to the brim with meaning for Cassy.

It’s a long awaited tour reuniting one of Britain’s most compelling live performers with the Australian fans who have embraced Grace Petrie since her first tour here in 2020. A regular visitor to our shores over the past decade, Grace has built a fiercely loyal following through performances which are as funny as they are fearless. She combines incisive songwriting with a rare ability to make every audience feel like its own community.

Coastal Twist is set to transform the Central Coast into a vibrant celebration of pride, arts, culture, creativity and connection, inviting LGBTQIA+ people and allies from across the country to experience eight unforgettable days of festivals, beaches, parties, performances and community. The event is entering its sixth year, growing from a grassroots community initiative into a nationally recognised celebration of queer visibility, culture and belonging.

Yet after seven years between solo albums, 'Through The Haze' finds Beccy Cole at perhaps her most honest, turning heartbreak, therapy and hard-won self-awareness into songs that are as funny as they are fearless. It's a fitting chapter for an artist preparing to return to the Gold Coast's Groundwater Country Music Festival this October, where thousands of fans will descend on Broadbeach for three days of free live music, beachside stages and country music under the Queensland sun.

The new single ‘What Have You Done’ is a loud, unapologetic anthem inspired by the swagger of 2000s indie rock. It’s the sophomore release from his forthcoming long-form project, ‘The American Heartthrob’. It’s driven by guitars, shimmering synths, and Jett’s unmistakable knack for infectious pop songwriting. . . Asking the question “how far would you go to chase the things you want?” “This might be my favourite track I've ever put out.

This is Australia’s chance to see the pop princess perform in arenas across the country, delivering the powerhouse vocals and heartfelt storytelling that have made Delta one of Australia’s most cherished performers. Delta has left an indelible mark on the global entertainment landscape, with her 2003 debut ‘Innocent Eyes’ soaring the #1 spot in Australia, the UK and Japan. . . And becoming one of the highest-selling albums in Australia’s history.

‘Stop! That! Train!’ is a cinematic experience not to be missed, celebrating the kitsch, glamour, and tongue-in-cheek humour of drag queens and the LGBTQIA+ community. It follows in the comedic tradition of original iconic disaster movie spoof ‘Airplane!’ (Or ‘Flying High’ in Australia), cited by the filmmakers as a key inspiration for the film.

Adam’s next visit to Australia follows the international success of ‘This Is Going To Hurt’. He’s back on stage with a laugh-out-loud celebration of the festive season. It will feature entries from his best-selling Christmas diaries, alongside all-new stand-up, some original Christmas songs, and real-life stories.

As always, the programme spans acclaimed international premieres, Australian discoveries, documentaries, shorts and boundary-pushing cinema. Among this year’s highlights is another selection of LGBTQIA+ stories, ranging from intimate romances and powerful documentaries to queer horror, historical dramas and coming-of-age tales. Here’s a look at some of the queer films you won’t want to miss at MIFF 2026.