Part of the Beamin Festival Outfit Guide. Updated October 2026.

Good Things is Australia's big rock, metal, punk and emo festival. The 2026 edition runs over three days in December, with Limp Bizkit, Simple Plan and Spiritbox on the lineup. The dress code is black, black and more black, which makes your sunglasses one of the few places to play.

Here's what to wear to Good Things, from pit-ready basics to early-2000s pop-punk, and the sunglasses that suit a rock crowd.

Good Things at a glance
  • Melbourne: Friday 4 December 2026, Flemington Racecourse
  • Sydney: Saturday 5 December 2026, Sydney Showground
  • Brisbane: Sunday 6 December 2026, Brisbane Showgrounds
  • Music: Rock, metal, punk and emo. The lineup includes Limp Bizkit, Simple Plan and Spiritbox
  • Type: Single-day in each city

The Good Things dress code

Band tees are mandatory. Bonus points if you're wearing a band that's actually on the lineup. Add black jeans or shorts, boots or chunky sneakers, and something that can handle a mosh pit. December days get hot, so think shorts and a tank rather than full leather.

Good Things outfit ideas

1. Pit-ready

Band tee, black shorts, high-top sneakers and a tight wrap that won't fly off, like BLK.

2. Pop-punk throwback

Checkered shorts, studded belt, skate shoes and a Y2K wrap like FREQ with its green-blue mirror.

3. Nu-metal energy

Oversized jersey, baggy cargo shorts and a full black shield or wrap. MAVRO nails the all-black look.

Sunglasses at a rock festival

Wraparound frames sit closer to your face, so they're less likely to go flying in the pit. Pick black frames for an all-black outfit, or a mirrored lens if you want a bit of edge. Every Beamin pair has UV400 lenses for those long, sunny December afternoons.

Best sunglasses for Good Things

Black frames, tight fit. Built for a rock crowd.

Beamin BLK festival sunglasses, all-black y2k wrapBLKAll-black wrap that stays put$22.22Shop BLKBeamin MAVRO festival sunglasses, gloss-black blackout wrapMAVROGloss blackout wrap$33.33Shop MAVROBeamin FREQ festival sunglasses, black wrap, green-blue mirrorFREQBlack with a green-blue mirror$22.22Shop FREQBeamin DENZO Black festival sunglasses, chunky black squareDENZO BlackChunky square for the barrier$44.44Shop DENZO Black

Shop ET Y2K wraps

Good Things packing checklist

  • UV400 sunglasses with a snug fit
  • Band tee (obviously)
  • Earplugs
  • Sunscreen and water
  • Sturdy shoes
  • Small secure bag

Good Things outfit FAQs

What do you wear to Good Things?

Band tees, black shorts or jeans, boots or chunky sneakers, and sunglasses that won't fall off in the pit. December can be hot, so keep it light.

When is Good Things 2026?

Good Things 2026 is on 4 December in Melbourne, 5 December in Sydney and 6 December in Brisbane.

What sunglasses work in a mosh pit?

Wraparound frames that sit close to your face are the safest bet, because they're less likely to fall off. Bring a cheaper pair you won't mind losing.

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Beamin is an independent Australian sunglasses label and isn't affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by Good Things Festival or its organisers. Dates and details were correct when we published this guide. Always check the official festival website for set times, rules and what you can bring.