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Maleny Wood Expo

With deep regret and a heavy heart, we inform you that Barung Landcare has made the difficult decision not to proceed with the Maleny Wood Expo in...

Maleny Wood Expo

Sunshine Coast Events

The number of upcoming Sunshine Coast events continues to grow rapidly, with magnificent year-round warm weather making outdoor events, shows, exhibitions and festivals accessible all year.

With a diverse range of activities, entertainment and touring options, the Sunshine Coast offers plenty of choices for every visitor. Each town boasts many events, from the beaches to the hinterland.

2025/2026 Sunshine Coast Events, Festivals & Things to See & Do




In Caloundra and Mooloolaba, you will find triathlon and other sporting and water events during the year. In Noosa, you will find the Jazz and Long Weekend Festivals and in Maleny, you will find the annual Wood Expo.

Gympie has several huge events, including the Gympie Music Muster, the Gympie Show and the Gympie Gold Rush Festival.

For foodies and wine lovers, check out the Sunshine Coast Real Food Festival in Maleny, the Tin Can Bay Seafood Festival and the Noosa International Food and Wine.

There are art shows, community festivals, golf tournaments, concerts, sporting events, and more on the Sunshine Coast. Check the links below for a current list of events on the Sunshine Coast.



Trail Run Australia

Trail Run Australia

Ewen Maddock Dam, Landsborough, QLD
TBA - October 2025

Trail Run Australia is an iconic event that takes runners to Australia’s most beautiful destinations. This series has a challenge available for runners of all abilities and ages, and considering the scenery you’ll be...

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Sunshine Coast Multisport Festival

Ewen Maddock Dam, Landsborough, QLD
25 October 2025 to 26 October 2025

The Sunshine Coast Multisport Festival is an exciting mountain bike and trail run adventure through the Glass House Mountains. Athletes are encouraged to join this exciting opportunity to bike or walk through the most...

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Noosa Triathlon Multi Sport Festival

Noosa Triathlon

Main Beach, Noosa Heads, QLD
29 October 2025 to 02 November 2025

The Noosa Triathlon is a huge sporting event held at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast. This exciting event welcomes participants from all over Australia and age groups to compete to win. Ideally located, Noosa provides the...

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Noosa Summer Hill Climb

Along Gyndier Drive, Tewantin, QLD
TBA - October 2025

The Noosa Summer Hill Climb is an exciting race involving 140 vehicles that weave through 1500 metres of bitumen and sweeping corners on the picturesque Gyndier Drive in Tewantin. This is an excellent way for classic...

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Mooloolaba Christmas Boat Parade

The Wharf Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba, QLD
TBA - December 2025

The Mooloolaba Christmas Boat Parade is an exciting holiday tradition on the Sunshine Coast. Occurring on just one day each year, it stands out among all the other holiday parties because you enjoy a unique Christmas...

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Mooloolaba New Years Eve

Mooloolaba New Years Eve

Multiple Venues, Mooloolaba, QLD
31 December 2025 to 01 January 2026

New Year’s Eve is one of the most popular festivals celebrated by almost all nations worldwide. The beautiful coastal area of the Sunshine Coast celebrates this fantastic event with bright lights, entertainment and, of...

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Noosa Summer Swim

Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club, Noosa Heads, QLD
TBA - February 2026

The Noosa Summer Swim is an exciting yearly swim event that every ocean swimmer will love. It will be a day full of fun, sun, and surf, with distances catering to swimmers of all abilities. Noosa Summer Swim, 2026...

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Conscious Life Holistic Wellbeing Festival

Conscious Life Holistic Wellbeing Festival

Venue 114, Bokarina, QLD
TBA - March 2026

The Conscious Life Holistic Wellness Festival is one of Queensland’s largest, most successful, and most effective Health and well-being events. Since its founding in 2011, the Festival has been recognised nationwide as...

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Noosa Festival of Surfing

First Point Noosa, Noosa Heads, QLD
13 March 2026 to 22 March 2026

The Noosa Festival of Surfing is an iconic event that celebrates surf culture and is the largest event of its kind in Australia. The festival, which has been taking place in a world surfing reserve, Noosa Heads, for...

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Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival

Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival

Foreshore, Mooloolaba, QLD
14 March 2026 to 15 March 2026

The Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival has been a feature event on the Australian Triathlon Calendar for over 20 years. Mooloolaba Tri returns with more fun and action than ever. Set in the home of the Australian triathlon...

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Vetshopaustralia Surfing Dog Championships

VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Championships

First Point, Noosa Heads Main Beach, Noosa, QLD
TBA - March 2026

Arguably the most entertaining event on the Queensland events calendar, if not Australia. The VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Championships are hosted at the Noosa Festival of Surfing and co-presented by Simparica Trio...

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Sunshine Coast Chilli & Chocolate Festival

The Station SC, Birtinya, QLD
TBA - March 2026

Expect the most spectacular day at the 4th annual Sunshine Coast Chilli & Chocolate Festival. Gather the people that help you laugh, eat, sweat, shop and smile for this sizzling day celebrating the spice of life...

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Australian Body Art Festival

Eumundi Amphitheatre, Eumundi, QLD
TBA - April 2026

The Australian Body Art Festival is an incredible celebration of everything body painting. Its history dates to 2007 when Australian body painter Ria Clauss travelled to Austria’s World Body Art Festival...

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Maleny Wood Expo

Maleny Wood Expo

Maleny Showgrounds, Maleny, QLD
TBA - May 2026

With deep regret and a heavy heart, we inform you that Barung Landcare has made the difficult decision not to proceed with the Maleny Wood Expo in May 2025 The Maleny Wood Expo is a massive three-day woodwork exhibition...

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What are the most popular annual events in the Sunshine Coast?
Where are the most popular annual events in the Sunshine Coast held?
The most popular annual events in the Sunshine Coast are held at:
  • Mooloolaba Beach
  • Kenilworth Showgrounds
  • Nambour Showgrounds
  • Caloundra Events Centre
  • Gympie Showgrounds
Check out the whole list of annual events in the Sunshine Coast.
What areas are the most popular annual events in the Sunshine Coast located?
The most popular areas for annual events in the Sunshine Coast are located in:Check out the whole list of annual events in the Sunshine Coast.

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