The Butterfly Effect
The Butterfly Effect are heading to the Sunshine Coast. After two long years off the road, it’s time for the band to become reacquainted with their fans this February. The boys released their new single ‘So Tired’ in late 2021 and are pumped to be able to hit the stage with their first performance in the live arena.
When: Friday, February 25, 8.30pm.
Where: Kings Beach Tavern, 43 Burgess Street, Kings Beach.
Tickets: $60.10 via Oztix.
Offbeat Festival
Offbeat Music Festival brings you a day of fantastic music, with iconic interstate bands alongside talented Queensland artists. The first Offbeat was held at The Imperial Hotel in 2019, with the event now re-imagined and expanded beyond the hotel – with this year’s festival hub in the lush open-air space adjacent to the Eumundi Markets in Napier Road. Featuring HOLY HOLY, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever plus many more.
When: Saturday, March 26, 12pm.
Where: RV Park, 35 Napier Road, Eumundi.
Tickets: $79.90 via Oztix.
Russian Pearls – Pacific Chamber Players
Pearlesque chamber music by renowned Russian composers will be performed by the Pacific Chamber Players. Enjoy the romantic ‘Trio Pathétique’ by Mikhail Glinka, the hypnotic ‘Overture on Hebrew Themes’ by Sergei Prokofiev and the delightful ‘Trio Miniatures’ by Paul Juon, plus so much more.
When: Saturday, March 12, 2pm.
Where: Palmwoods Memorial Hall, 1 Main Street, Palmwoods.
Tickets: Adults $30, concession $28, school students $10 via TryBooking. Phone: 5446 8128.
Surf Life Saving Queensland State Championships
There are less than two weeks to go until Surf Life Saving Queensland’s hottest event of the surf sports season, The Youth and Senior State Championships at Alexandra Headland. Athletes and spectators will have a feast for the senses, watching incredible sporting excellence in the water and on the sand, while also enjoying the Festival Zone back on the beach, which will feature live music, delicious food and athlete meet-and-greets.
When: Youth State Champs, February 25 to 27. Senior State Champs, March 4 to 6.
Where: Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, 167 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland.
Tickets: Free for spectators.
Twilight Markets Caloundra
This family-friendly event features around 100 unique stalls offering handmade and artisan crafts, street food, gourmet sweets, fashion, jewellery, fun games for children and much more. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere with live entertainment, homemade and artisan stalls, delicious food stalls and colourful street theatre performances as day slips into night on the waterfront at Bulcock Beach.
When: Friday, February 25, 5pm to 9pm.
Where: The Esplanade, Caloundra.
Tickets: Free entry.
Salty Saturdays
More than just a market, Salty Saturdays in Jack Morgan Park is an event for locals and visitors to come together and celebrate Coolum culture. A family-friendly and community-focused event, it provides a place and opportunity for local residents and visitors to gather together, enjoy a fun afternoon of free entertainment, and give local businesses an opportunity to showcase their products, network and be directly involved with the community.
When: Saturday, February 26, 2.30pm to 8.30pm.
Where: Jack Morgan Park, Park Street, Coolum Beach.
Tickets: Free entry.
Steps Autism Treehouse: Self Defence
Many children with autism are affected by bullying. These specialised classes are vital for children to learn strategies to reduce the chances of being bullied by building self-esteem, confidence and resilience. It’s also lots of fun. South East Self Defence has been working with STEPS for four years delivering these very special classes for the autism community on the Sunshine Coast.
When: Wednesday, March 2, 3.30pm to 4.15pm.
Where: South East Self Defence, 1/18 Technology Drive, Warana.
Tickets: Free event via TryBooking.
Sunshine Coast Bridal Showcase
The Sunshine Coast Bridal Showcase makes planning your Sunshine Coast wedding nice and easy. Meet with the very best local companies to help make your wedding a stress-free and successful event. See the spectacular display of cakes, gowns, floral arrangements, wedding cars and much more. The show will feature must-have products and services for the sophisticated bride and groom.
When: Sunday, March 6, 10am to 3pm.
Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Tickets: $10 plus booking fee via StickyTickets.
Late Nights – Weezer (Performed by Flamingo Blonde)
Late Nights is a live series where artists take on an influential act of their choosing for a one-night-only tribute show. Flamingo Blonde, Brisbane’s corporate cowboys, are hitting the road for Late Nights in February, performing a full set from Indie titans Weezer for one night only across three cities. Hear the hits and early favourites plus songs from Blue Album, Green Album, Red Album, Pinkerton and more.
When: Friday, February 25, 7pm.
Where: Eleven Dive Bar, 19 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore.
Tickets: $24.25 via Oztix.
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