On the 5 July 2025, nine venues across Stratford—including cafés, distilleries, the library, and even a local barbershop were transformed into live music hotspots. The suburb came alive as both residents and visitors followed a curated music trail, creating a vibrant and highly engaged atmosphere. A total of 33 local musicians delivered diverse, high-quality performances that drew a strong community crowd. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with feedback revealing a clear enthusiasm for more events like this in the future.

Stratford Sounds exceeded expectations - not only in participation but in its ability to connect community through local talent and place-based programming. Watch a short clip of Stratford Sounds here.