Some of the fastest drivers in the world are on the Sunshine Coast for the annual International Rally of Queensland. Crews from as far afield as Europe, India and Japan, plus others from Malaysia, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Australia battle for the FIA Asia Pacific Rally Championship on scenic stages around Imbil and Kenilworth. Also don't miss the East Coast Bullbars Australian Rally Championship, Classic rally cars and other support events. Queensland's only international motorsports event is an exciting spectacle not to be missed!
Dragons Abreast Australia National Regatta In June 2016 Dragons Abreast Australia will hold its National Regatta at Lake Kawana. Our purpose of the event is to promote breast cancer awareness, the benefits of exercise for a healthy lifestyle and education to the Community at large, whilst demonstrating that people can fully participate in life despite physical and emotional limitations as a result of a breast cancer diagnosis. Pink dragon boating provides a very exciting spectacle. Flowers on the Water ceremony provides an opportunity to remember those who have lost their lives to this insidious disease. Dragons Abreast Australia National Regatta 8.30am - 4.00pm 17-18 June 2016 Free admission to Public Lake Kawana Sportsman Parade Bokarina
The exciting culmination of the OC6 outrigger paddling season comes together at this national event. Held on the Mooloolaba beach it is a must for spectators and competitors. Timed perfectly just after the Va'a World Sprints 2016 great time to make an extended stay at the Sunshine Coast, the perfect place for paddling holiday.
This is anything but your average Wedding Expo. Imagine arriving to a grand staircase - leading to a beautifully styled Wedding Expo entrance, where you'll meet an extensive range of top-notch Sunshine Coast Wedding Suppliers. You'll receive your own goody bag filled with tantalising expo offers. Collect your complimentary drink - perhaps a glass of champagne - and wander through the relaxed atmosphere of our Wedding Expo. It's My Wedding is dedicated to connecting Brides and Grooms with the best wedding suppliers in the industry. It's My Wedding - Sunshine Coast Wedding Expo 10:00am - 3:00pm 8 May Maroochy RSL General Admission - $10
For the first time since 1980, the iconic Australian Surf Life Saving Championships event is returning to the Sunshine Coast from 16–24 April at Alexandra Headland, Maroochydore and Mooloolaba. Across 9 days, over 7000 Surf Life Savers from 313 surf clubs will compete in over 400 events from Youth, Open and Masters categories. With plenty of excitement and free activities on offer, come and be part of the action as the Aussies chase the sun back to the 80s.
Swim, Bike, Run, Party. Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival has been a standout event on the Australian Triathlon Calendar for over 23 years. The Olympic distance triathlon provides a course that is known and loved for it's ocean swim along with the electric buzz in the atmosphere as thousands of triathletes descend on this popular beach town. There is something for the whole family including the ASICS Mooloolaba Twilight 5 kilometre run, Mooloolaba 1 kilometre Ocean Swim, Mooloolaba Superkidz Triathlon and the Special Tri. The event also features the Mooloolaba ITU Triathlon World Cup, where participants will see the world's best athletes in action!
The Mooloolaba Mile (6th March 2016) has fast become one of Queensland's most popular ocean swims and continues to attract swimmers from all over Australia. The main event, a one mile (1.6 kilometre) course, has become popular around the globe for elite swimmers, but is also well within reach for beginner and novice ocean swimmers. New for 2016 is the three kilometre Marathon distance - a great new option for seasoned swimmers and aspiring triathletes looking to push their limits.
