Why Aussies are Flocking to the Sunshine Coast -
11 Great Reasons to Travel in 2021
With year round temperate weather, perfect for enjoying the sunshine, the Sunshine Coast has fast become the go-to destination of Aussie holiday makers.
And with some of the best deals we've seen, the Sunshine Coast offers a brilliant getaway for families, friends and couples all year round.
And with some of the best deals we've seen, the Sunshine Coast offers a brilliant getaway for families, friends and couples all year round.
1. Hinterland Craft Beer and Cider Festival
28th - 30th May 2021
Craft Beer and Cider lovers unite!
Find your new favourite brew and sample some of the best ciders, stouts, specialty beers and pale ales from all over Australia with more than 100 brews from Australia’s best craft beer and cider brewers.
Dance away to the live music and also enjoy the Rose, wine, cocktails and bubbles bar and international food trucks with something for everyone.
Book tickets here
Craft Beer and Cider lovers unite!
Find your new favourite brew and sample some of the best ciders, stouts, specialty beers and pale ales from all over Australia with more than 100 brews from Australia’s best craft beer and cider brewers.
Dance away to the live music and also enjoy the Rose, wine, cocktails and bubbles bar and international food trucks with something for everyone.
Book tickets here
2. Noosa Anywhere Festival
May 2021
Discover places and performances in the nooks and crannies of Noosa.
Comedy in alleys, drama in backyards, cabaret on buses, walking tours with historical figures, circus and much more. The theatrical festivities will also be taking place in Brisbane, Ipswich, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast. Grab the full program from the website when launched on 26th March and explore a real festival of everything Noosa has to offer in what has been described as one of the "Top Nine Fine International Festivals You Must See!".
Find out more here
Discover places and performances in the nooks and crannies of Noosa.
Comedy in alleys, drama in backyards, cabaret on buses, walking tours with historical figures, circus and much more. The theatrical festivities will also be taking place in Brisbane, Ipswich, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast. Grab the full program from the website when launched on 26th March and explore a real festival of everything Noosa has to offer in what has been described as one of the "Top Nine Fine International Festivals You Must See!".
Find out more here
3. Rattler Tasting Train
Year Round
Just north of Noosa, the Mary Valley Rattler gives train lovers a historic rail experience. Travel back in time to a place where everything was slower and the railway was part of the community.
Departing Thursdays, you can join the journey on the Rattler Tasting Train on the vintage RM76 railmotor for a culinary cruise through the Mary Valley.
The Mary Valley Rattler also offers terrific school holiday journeys for the whole family, and special services on the Easter long weekend, or join the crew with a ride in the cab on one of the Rattler Footplate Friends Experience for true train enthusiasts.
Just north of Noosa, the Mary Valley Rattler gives train lovers a historic rail experience. Travel back in time to a place where everything was slower and the railway was part of the community.
Departing Thursdays, you can join the journey on the Rattler Tasting Train on the vintage RM76 railmotor for a culinary cruise through the Mary Valley.
The Mary Valley Rattler also offers terrific school holiday journeys for the whole family, and special services on the Easter long weekend, or join the crew with a ride in the cab on one of the Rattler Footplate Friends Experience for true train enthusiasts.
4. The Gruffalo Spotter
From February 2021
The Ginger Factory is transforming their rainforest walk to become the home of the Gruffalo and other characters from the famous book, the Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake with this new, free, augmented reality experience.
A perfect day out for the whole family with this free attraction. Simply download the app then journey into the Ginger Factory rainforest, looking for clues along the way to bring the characters to life.
The Ginger Factory is transforming their rainforest walk to become the home of the Gruffalo and other characters from the famous book, the Mouse, Fox, Owl, Snake with this new, free, augmented reality experience.
A perfect day out for the whole family with this free attraction. Simply download the app then journey into the Ginger Factory rainforest, looking for clues along the way to bring the characters to life.
5. Sunset Canapes and Chandon Australian Bubbles and Dinner
March 2021
Treat yourself while watching the sun go down behind Mount Beerwah by sipping Chandon Australia NV Brut and enjoying delectable canapes, nestled into the Sunshine Coast Glass House Mountain region.
As the moon shadow follows Mount Beerwah, sit, relax, and enjoy the delicious dishes with amazing flavours produced by French-born, Hatted Chef Charles-Etienne Prétet (Chef Charly). The People, Plates and Places Restaurant Without Walls sits in the open-air tranquil surrounds on a ginger farm in the Glass House Mountains.
Chef Charly has been awarded 1 Chef Hat by the Australian Good Food Guide in 2018-2019 and 2020, a prestigious honour for his style of cuisine that stands for the “Good and Simple Food”.
A romantic, child-free night out for lovers and lovers of great food.
Treat yourself while watching the sun go down behind Mount Beerwah by sipping Chandon Australia NV Brut and enjoying delectable canapes, nestled into the Sunshine Coast Glass House Mountain region.
As the moon shadow follows Mount Beerwah, sit, relax, and enjoy the delicious dishes with amazing flavours produced by French-born, Hatted Chef Charles-Etienne Prétet (Chef Charly). The People, Plates and Places Restaurant Without Walls sits in the open-air tranquil surrounds on a ginger farm in the Glass House Mountains.
Chef Charly has been awarded 1 Chef Hat by the Australian Good Food Guide in 2018-2019 and 2020, a prestigious honour for his style of cuisine that stands for the “Good and Simple Food”.
A romantic, child-free night out for lovers and lovers of great food.
6. Australia Zoo
Year Round
A favourite of both tourist and locals alike, Australia Zoo has had an expensive year dedicated to the welfare and upkeep of their, with animal feed bill that runs into the tens of thousands every week.
Providing the ultimate zoological destination and day out for families and couples, which has seen Australia Zoo continually brandishing the most coveted tourism awards, Australia Zoo is a must see on your next Sunshine Coast holiday.
Get up close and personal with the animals with private wildlife encounters like the thrilling Tiger Walk, Giant Giraffe or Ripper Rhinos experiences or cuddle a koala for the less adventurous.
Australia Zoo have a huge list of extra events and holiday entertainment each School Holidays as well.
Stay and Play with this great Sunshine Coast holiday deal including Australia Zoo tickets
A favourite of both tourist and locals alike, Australia Zoo has had an expensive year dedicated to the welfare and upkeep of their, with animal feed bill that runs into the tens of thousands every week.
Providing the ultimate zoological destination and day out for families and couples, which has seen Australia Zoo continually brandishing the most coveted tourism awards, Australia Zoo is a must see on your next Sunshine Coast holiday.
Get up close and personal with the animals with private wildlife encounters like the thrilling Tiger Walk, Giant Giraffe or Ripper Rhinos experiences or cuddle a koala for the less adventurous.
Australia Zoo have a huge list of extra events and holiday entertainment each School Holidays as well.
Stay and Play with this great Sunshine Coast holiday deal including Australia Zoo tickets
7. Nitro Circus
November 2021
Bring all the thrills and excitement of their past tours, Nitro Circus Live, brings their explosive “You Got This” tour with high adrenaline action sports spectacular starring the best athletes in FMX, BMX, Skate, Scooter and more.
Top riders including Ryan Williams, Vicki Golden and Blake “Bilko” Williams showcase the best of their skills.
As Channing Tatum says “Nitro is finding places where it’s not possible to go…and then going there”. A great event for the whole family.
Find out more here
Bring all the thrills and excitement of their past tours, Nitro Circus Live, brings their explosive “You Got This” tour with high adrenaline action sports spectacular starring the best athletes in FMX, BMX, Skate, Scooter and more.
Top riders including Ryan Williams, Vicki Golden and Blake “Bilko” Williams showcase the best of their skills.
As Channing Tatum says “Nitro is finding places where it’s not possible to go…and then going there”. A great event for the whole family.
Find out more here
8. Getting Your Fit Kick
Known for its year-round, temperate weather, you can celebrate your lockdown release with a stretch of your legs at one of the Sunshine Coast’s running, triathlon, bike or fitness festivals this year.
Whether you want to take a friend to a more friendly community run like Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Run, or step up to compete against some of the world’s best athletes at Noosa Triathlon or adventure out at the Sunshine Coast MTB festival, there’s something to tempt every amateur and professional athlete.
The world-famous Noosa Triathlon returns in October 2021 after COVID restrictions forced its cancellation in 2020 and is expected to sell out quickly and for the super fit, the Ironman 70.3 is set to race again in September.
Whether you want to take a friend to a more friendly community run like Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Run, or step up to compete against some of the world’s best athletes at Noosa Triathlon or adventure out at the Sunshine Coast MTB festival, there’s something to tempt every amateur and professional athlete.
The world-famous Noosa Triathlon returns in October 2021 after COVID restrictions forced its cancellation in 2020 and is expected to sell out quickly and for the super fit, the Ironman 70.3 is set to race again in September.
9. Eumundi Markets
Year Round
Held each Wednesday and Saturday, the Eumundi Markets are a haven for foodies and people looking for local art, crafts and other unique items. Patrons will find a spectacular assortment of original artwork, handmade toys, jewellery and innovative fashions. You can also enjoy a wide assortment of tasty delicacies, freshly baked bread and locally produced cheeses as a variety musical performers entertain you.
Find out more here
Held each Wednesday and Saturday, the Eumundi Markets are a haven for foodies and people looking for local art, crafts and other unique items. Patrons will find a spectacular assortment of original artwork, handmade toys, jewellery and innovative fashions. You can also enjoy a wide assortment of tasty delicacies, freshly baked bread and locally produced cheeses as a variety musical performers entertain you.
Find out more here
10. Kilkivan Great Horse Ride
9th - 11th April 2021
BYO trusty steed for a stunning ride through Kilkivan, which sits on the Bi-Centennial National Trail, which runs from Cooktown to Victoria.
For non-riders, a fair-dinkum Australian experience awaits with market stalls, food & coffee vans, bucking bull, a woodchopping competition, Jack and Jill saw and many other activities provide fun and entertainment for the whole family at Kilkivan Showgrounds.
Spectators can await the arrival of the horses and riders at the Street Parade and Light Horse Brigade event. Following the parade, riders, visiting spectators and locals relax at Tom Grady’s Campfire Concert with a 6-piece band at the Kilkivan showgrounds.
Find out more here
BYO trusty steed for a stunning ride through Kilkivan, which sits on the Bi-Centennial National Trail, which runs from Cooktown to Victoria.
For non-riders, a fair-dinkum Australian experience awaits with market stalls, food & coffee vans, bucking bull, a woodchopping competition, Jack and Jill saw and many other activities provide fun and entertainment for the whole family at Kilkivan Showgrounds.
Spectators can await the arrival of the horses and riders at the Street Parade and Light Horse Brigade event. Following the parade, riders, visiting spectators and locals relax at Tom Grady’s Campfire Concert with a 6-piece band at the Kilkivan showgrounds.
Find out more here
11. The Beaches
Year Round
Drawing millions of tourist each year, Sunshine Coast beaches boast some of the world’s best soft sand and white coastlines. Sit back and relax in the sun or take part in a wide array of water sports.
Discover the ethereal undersea world offshore, or surf the spectacular coast breaks.
Drawing millions of tourist each year, Sunshine Coast beaches boast some of the world’s best soft sand and white coastlines. Sit back and relax in the sun or take part in a wide array of water sports.
Discover the ethereal undersea world offshore, or surf the spectacular coast breaks.