Events

Queensland celebrates life and its events showcase the great lifestyle you can taste and feel Down Under. Whether it's a small local festival where you can meet the locals or a major world class event - you'll know you'll have a great time.

Each region of Queensland has their own special events to celebrate - check out what’s happening at the places you plan to visit.

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Woodford Folk Festival, Sunshine Coast
Australia's largest celebration of folk life, with more than 2000 performing artists over six days. Events at the festival include music, dances, theatre, film, workshops and craft. There are also planned activities for children. For more information visit the website: www.woodfordfolkfestival.com

Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions Summer Carnival and Yearling Sales, Gold Coast
In the second week of January every year Gold Coast is the venue for the Magic Millions yearling sales which include ten days of carnival, fashion and society events surrounding the Magic Millions raceday. Two one million dollar races are the highlight of the raceday, with only graduates of the Magic Millions Sales eligible to compete. The Magic Millions Sales and raceday has established its reputation on the international scene, and has fast become a "must be there" event worldwide.
For more information visit website: www.magicmillions.com.au

ANZ Ladies Masters - Gold Coast
The ANZ Ladies Masters is a prestigious international tournament which attracts the world's best women golfers annually to Queensland's Gold Coast. It is one of the most successful women's sporting events in the Southern Hemisphere in terms of prize money, sponsorship, attendees and television and print media coverage. This major international golfing event is co-sanctioned by the Australian Ladies Professional Golf (ALPG) and the Ladies European Tour (LET). Phone: Tuohy Associates +61 8 8373 2021 email bobtuohy@ozemail.com.au or visit the website: www.tagolf.com.au/anz.html

Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, Gold Coast
The annual Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships are one of the world’s most exciting surf events. It is a pinnacle event on the Australian sporting calendar as well as the international surf lifesaving calendar. Over 7,000 competitors and 500 officials representing Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and Asia will arrive on the Gold Coast. The Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships are secured to Queensland until 2006. Phone: Surf Life Saving Australia on: 02 9130 7370 Fax: 02 9130 8312 or visit their web site: www.slsa.asn.au

Port Douglas Carnivale, Port Douglas
The world famous seaside village, Port Douglas hosts the 'Port Douglas Village Carnivale.' It is five days of relaxed fun, frolicking, fine food, wine and the chance to taste the lifestyle of the North Queensland tropics. The Carnivale captures the essence of life in Australia's tropics with a sailing regatta, golfing competitions, a street party Extravaganza, activities on the famous Four Mile beach and the magnificent Port Douglas Wine & Food Festival and Seafood Extravaganza showcasing the region's superb seafood and culinary skills. This event attracts visitors from across Australian and the world ensuring an eclectic bunch gathers for a truly wonderful Tropical Australian event! Contact: info@pddt.com.au or visit our website: www.pddt.com.au

Gold Coast Marathon
This is Australia’s largest marathon and held in the spectacular setting of the magnificent Gold Coast. The event includes a Marathon (42.2 kilometres), Half Marathon (21.1 kilometres), 10 kilometre walk, 10 kilometre run and Junior Dash. With a picturesque flat course running alongside world famous beaches, the Gold Coast Airport Marathon offers visitors the perfect excuse to see the Gold Coast on foot! Contact: Gold Coast Events Management Ltd +61 7 5564 0640 info@goldcoastmarathon.com.au or visit the website on: www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au

Queensland International Air Show, Bundaberg
The biggest Air Show in Queensland will be hosted in Bundaberg. Home of Pioneer aviator Bert Hinkler, the region boasts a warm winter climate and access to the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef. Commemorating 100 years of powered flight, Queensland’s largest Air Show will include displays of Warbirds, jets, formation flying, jets, defence force aircraft and heaps more! Visit: www.widebayairshow.com.au or contact +61 74155 3077

Ideas at the Powerhouse, Brisbane
Ideas is a festival for thinking, listening, connecting, talking, hearing, looking and laughing. Over four days and nights, leading national, international and local thinkers, commentators and practitioners will present challenging ideas for the future. Topics include justice, education, design, culture, population, society, science, technology, spirit, business, rights, sustainability and communication. With debates, discussions, speakers, demonstrations, online programs, kids ideas and broadcasts, Ideas at the Powerhouse is an event you can dip into, dive into or disappear into. For more information visit: www.ideasatthepowerhouse.com.au

Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo
This is the biggest rodeo in the Southern Hemisphere attracting the best local and overseas competitors. 'The Isa Rodeo' is the epitome of an Australian Outback experience. The "Isa" Rodeo Festival, which runs in conjunction with the event, will include such happenings and activities as Country Music festival, rock 'n roll demonstrations, art and photographic exhibitions, ute muster and much more. Situated among the unique rugged red Selwyn Ranges, Mount Isa, the host of Australia's biggest and richest rodeo and the only rodeo festival, is Australia's most remote inland city. Visit the website on: www.isarodeo.com.au

Birdsville Races
One of Queensland’s most iconic events, the Birdsville Races will be held in September. Experience the best of Outback racing, and a weekend of live music and entertainment. The races are part of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival; this event attracts crowds of over 6000 race goers. They celebrate the carnival each year enjoying two days of quality outback racing and two great nights of live entertainment. For more information visit the website: www.birdsvilleraces.com

Outback Festival
Winton comes alive in the true old Australian way for five days of festivities showcasing the Outback way of life. Major events include the Australian Dunny Derby, Outback Ironman and Woman, Bush Poets, Teddy Bears Picnic and much more. For more information email: outfest@tpb.com.au or visit: www.queenslandholidays.com.au

Riverfestival, Brisbane
Riverfestival emphasises the beauty and secrets of Brisbane. It provides opportunities to surprise and entertain as you discover more about our city and its river. You can join special guides and experts in the fields of history and the environment who will take you on a Riverwalk or Rivercruise. Or take in the atmosphere of RegattaFest, which now runs over two days. The majority of the events in the program are free and outdoors. If music is your thing, you will be able to listen to rock, swing, classical, country, funk, soul, electronica, hip hop and world in the parks of Brisbane. There’s bound to be an event that suits your taste. For more information visit: www.riverfestival.com.au

Lexmark Indy 300
This is a four day carnival of colour, speed and excitement. Watch the world leading Indy car drivers hit speeds of 300 kilometres per hours on a street circuit with the magnificent Pacific Ocean and towering Surfers Paradise skyline providing a spectacular backdrop. The Gold Coast Festival, Tropicarnival, coincides with the Indy and offers a host of events to enjoy off-track such as street parties, parades, gala variety presentations and a host of other activities. Visit website: www.indy.com.au

Whitsunday Fantasea Reef Festival, Airlie Beach

The Whitsunday Fantasea Reef Festival is an annual celebration of one of nature’s most amazing creations - The Great Barrier Reef. The event is held in the magnificent Whitsundays, and incorporates activities for all the family such as Fantasea Cracker Night, the Rotary Street Parade, Great Barrier Reef cruises, a visit to Whitehaven Beach, professional sand sculpting, Family Fun Day by the Airlie Beach Lagoon, a Food and Wine festival, fashion parades, business dress-ups, sports competitions and much much more! Visit: www.whitsundayreeffestival.com.au or contact +61 7 4946 5811

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