Craft Beer Sunshine Coast Festival 2018

The Sunshine Coast’s Craft Beer & Cider Festival is back and bigger than ever after last years sell out event!

With local Australian and New Zealand brewers and cideries joining the lineup, the 2018 festival bill will see over 50 hand-picked local Australian and New Zealand brewers and cideries come together to showcase some of their most rare and sought after creations to the Sunshine Coast regions craft audience.

Grab your tickets and get ready to brew with a stellar lineup of street food stalls and local produce; over 200 varieties of craft beer and cider; live music and roving entertainers; sideshow alley in all it’s glory catering for the young and young at heart PLUS the opportunity to win craft beer for one year! 

Trans Tasman Gubbi Gubbi Waka Ama

The Trans Tasman Gubbi Gubbi Waka Ama Championships (TTGGWA) is the only international outrigger championship series held exclusively for junior paddlers in Australia.

This trans-Tasman showdown of the Australian and Oceania junior outrigging calendar attracts hundreds of young paddlers aged between eight and 19 years of age. Hailing from Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Islands; teams, doubles and individuals race over a three day (29 Sep - 1 Oct) period on the Sunshine Coast’s Lake Kawana. 

Fun, colour, friendships and vibrancy are what defines this event as a must do for young paddlers. A spectacular experience!

Sunshine Coast Photography Festival

Canon Collective Team will travel to Queensland for the Sunshine Coast Photography Festival 13 - 15 July 2018! With the best local tour operators running their experiences and Canon Collective Ambassadors from across the nation on-hand to help with your photography along the way? Setting up camp in Mooloolaba, they will cover, over 3 days more than 20 individual experiences and workshops spread across the beautiful Sunshine Coast from Caloundra to Noosa. Join them at some or all of the activities over the three-day festival, it's set to be the biggest one yet.

Sea N Sound Festival 2018

The Sunshine Coast will once again be celebrating the region, its culture and its diversity as artists including Paul Kelly, Kingswood, Harts and the Pierce Brothers come together for this year's Sea N Sound Festival to celebrate the local coastal lifestyle.

With not only the country’s hottest musicians but a huge selection of craft beer, cider, food and of course Mooloolaba’s famous seafood offerings, the June event will be the hottest ticket of 2018 and again held at The Wharf Tavern's outdoor precinct.

Sea N Sound will undoubtedly give not only Sunshine Coasters, but beach culture lovers Australia-wide, no choice but to come and revel in everything that makes Mooloolaba one of Australia's most loved destinations.

Sunshine Coast Anywhere Theatre Festival

Over 18 days experience comedy in alleys, drama in backyards, poetry in bowling clubs, music in basements and much more with Sunshine Coast Anywhere Theatre Festival. 

Grab the program, grab some friends and family and explore a real festival of everything Sunshine Coast has to offer in what has been described as one of the "Top Nine Fine International Festivals You Must See!". 

Kenilworth Cheese, Wine and Food Fest 2018

Come and enjoy the Cheese, Wine and Food Fest, showcasing the unique range of the Mary Valley's finest foods, liqueurs and wines. 

There will be a great variety of food stalls, gourmet cooking demonstrations, wine and cheese tastings all day. 

For entertainment, see Queensland's only Cheese Rolling Contest. For children, there is the Great Cheester Egg Hunt. 

When: 31 March 2018
Entry: FREE

Mooloolaba Triathlon 2018

Experience Mooloolaba Tri and Swim, Bike, Run, Party 9 - 1 March!

Located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, the Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival remains been a standout event on the Australian Triathlon Calendar. 

There is something for the whole family including the ASICS Mooloolaba Twilight five kilometre run, Mooloolaba one kilometre Ocean Swim, Mooloolaba Superkidz Triathlon and the Special Tri. 

AOCRA 2018 National Outrigger Sprint Titles

The Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association’s (AOCRA) National Sprint Titles are a flat water outrigger canoe regatta held for paddlers from all states of Australia. As a pinnacle event in the Australian outrigging calendar, the National Sprint Titles hosts hundreds of competitors and encourages paddlers to compete in all disciplines, which include V1, OC1, OC6 and V12 races. 

This is an action-packed three days held on Lake Kawana, Sunshine Coast from 2 - 4 February.

Ginger Flower and Food Festival

From Friday 19th to Sunday 21st January 2018 the Ginger Factory will burst with colour, showcasing an exquisite range of ornamental gingers and heliconia’s, which thrive in the Sunshine Coast’s sub-tropical conditions. A stunning array of over 3000 plants will be available for sale to festival goers.

The festival will pay a special homage to the long Australian history of Buderim Ginger, spanning 75 years. Today’s booming business started off as a small farming community and ginger growers’ cooperative, expanding over time to one of the world’s largest suppliers of ginger products and beverages.

The 2018 Ginger Flower & Food Festival is a FREE all-weather event that all ages will enjoy!

Sunshine Coast Masters Golf Competition

This PGA "legends" pro-am golf event will see greats of Australian golf descend on the Sunshine Coast (13 - 15 Dec) in a relaxed but professional environment competing for Australia's richest pro-am prize for 2017. 

Australian golfing stars such as Ian Baker-Finch, Peter Senior and Roger Davis will be playing alongside amateur golfers on the Sunshine Coasts' best two resort courses - Twin Waters Golf Club and Pelican Waters Golf Club.

Wanderlust Festival Sunshine Coast

Wanderlust Festival Sunshine Coast (9 - 12 November 2017) is an all-out celebration of mindful living, bringing together a remarkable group of yoga and meditation instructors, musical performers, speakers, artists and chefs for a transformational retreat at Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. 

Choose your own adventure with multi-level yoga and meditation sessions, mouthwatering local organic dinners, heart-pumping music, inspiring lectures and workshops, and outdoor activities from SUP to camping surrounded by a breathtaking tropical landscape. This is an experience that will get into your mind, body and soul. 

Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival

The Tenth Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival will be held in richly historic Gympie, Australia (5 - 8 October 2017). The four-day program includes industry masterclasses, a spectacular opening night gala, awards night party and up to 30 sessions of shorts from all genres that best capture Heart of Gold’s vision to screen films that are positive, witty, entertaining, joyous, uplifting, enlightening and ground-breaking. They can be edgy, they can be thought-provoking and they can be downright hilarious – as long as they beat with a good, strong heart. 

Caloundra Music Festival 2017

Enjoy four days of Sun, Surf and Soul at beautiful Kings Beach on the Sunshine Coast! The eleventh annual Caloundra Music Festival will be held over the October long weekend. The Kings Beach and surrounds will come alive to the sounds of a diverse line-up of entertainment featuring the best of the Australian music industry as well as incredible international artists. This not for profit family-friendly community event celebrates the environment, cultural achievements and community pride of the Caloundra area.

Ironman 70.3 Sunshine Coast 2017

Perfectly located in the heart of Queensland's Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba Beach offers the perfect year-round climate and is an ideal location for Ironman 70.3 Sunshine Coast, held this year from 8 - 10 September. It's the perfect location to incorporate a relaxing family vacation or just a great place to escape to. The beachside atmosphere of the Sunshine Coast, the friendly people and the endless scenic beauty make it a hugely popular destination event. 

Horizon Festival of Arts and Culture 2017

Experience the creative soul of the Sunshine Coast at Horizon Festival of Arts and Culture. Immerse yourself in 10 arts-fuelled days across the region; featuring over 200 events in visual art, film, literature, performance, street art, comedy, music, theatre, exhibitions and more. Horizon Festival of Arts and Culture - connecting, disrupting and delighting through arts, culture and creativity - 25 August to 3 September 2017.

Sunshine Coast Marathone

Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Running Festival is one of the most-loved running festivals in Australia. Since its inception the 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon has raised over $1 million for charity and community groups.

Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast, Queensland an hour’s drive north of Brisbane this not-for-profit event has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions. Blue skies, low humidity and mild temperatures combined with a flat course always enable fast times. 

Each road race follows the stunning coastline of Alexandra Headlands with white sandy beaches and spectacular vantage points alongside the ocean. With a distance to suit every ability and age group, this community-focused, world-class athletic event caters to all those wanting to take part, including families and those with both physical and intellectual disabilities.

West End to Broadway – in the Castle

The Underground Opera Company returns to the Sunshine Coast in July to deliver another concert of musical theatre showstoppers with an exceptional cast of world class performers.

The weekend of three shows from July 28 – 30 will be another exciting season as part of Underground Opera Company’s 10th anniversary year, held in the intimate setting of the Sunshine Castle’s Banquet Hall in Bli Bli.

The performances will mark a highlight of 2017, with repertoire featuring a number of celebrated pieces from productions made famous on London’s West End and New York’s Broadway, with choreography set to dazzle, by Sunshine Coast favourite Dale Pengelly (Hot Shoe Shuffle, West End; Singin’ in the Rain, Hong Kong, Singapore; The Boy From Oz, Australian Tour).

Mary Valley Art Festival 2017

The Mary Valley Art Festival began in 2000 in Imbil, the largest community the Mary Valley. It is an annual event held from 29 June till 2nd July 2017. Thursday Opening night is a fantastic celebration bringing together artists, judges, sponsors and the community over wine, fine food and entertainment. 

The festival is known for its friendly and professional approach, attracting quality art work showcasing the diversity of artists from our region and South East Queensland. The festival runs over the weekend on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and is an easy day trip for visitors from the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and Hervey Bay. Workshops and demonstrations are held over the same weekend so be sure to check the program to extend your stay. 

The popular People’s Choice Awards are held on the Sunday along with the Bush Haven Youth Art Award presentations with licenced bar and refreshments.

Downunder Beachfest 2017

It’s that time again. Five days of the coolest Retro Car Festival on the planet, celebrating the Hot Rod and Classic Car Lifestyle. The festival that delivers it all. With entry open to Hot Rods, pre-1983 cars, motorcycles and vintage caravans, you’ll be dazzled by the eye-candy, amazed by the craftsmanship, inspired to create.

Dance to the rockin’ sounds of ‘the Dirty Dukes’, ‘Old 45’s’, Billy Guy and others. Five days of cruising the Sunshine Coast and the nearby Hinterland, show ‘n shines, driving events, dining, dancing, street parties, trophy’s, a Mega Car Show in the downtown Caloundra and Esplanade of Queensland’s beautiful City of Caloundra, and finishing with the infamous Sunday Evening Dinner Dance at The Shed, Aussie World.

If you love cars, if you love retro, or if you just love hangin’ with the Kool Kats, this is the “not to be missed” event of the year.

Sunshine Coast Mother's Day Classic

The first regional Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic was held in 2007, and since then more and more dedicated volunteers have staged more than 400 events in every corner of Australia. The Sunshine Coast event offers a four kilometre walk and a four and eight kilometre run around the Brightwater Estate lake. Raise money for Breast Cancer research by the National Breast Cancer Foundation. This is the twentieth anniversary for the Mothers Day Classic and they have raised 30 million dollars to date.