Multicultural Moon Festival
The Multicultural Moon Festival is a family-friendly event where residents can promote and share traditional culture and participate in artistic competitions and performances. This year’s festival begins with a special children’s movie under the stars on Mooloolaba Beach. Official festivities has a plethora of activities planned for everyone, including eclectic markets and activity stalls. Visitors will be treated to enthralling multicultural entertainment, including a Russian dance performance, fire dance show and Chinese classical dance, followed by a spectacular moon ceremony.
When: Friday, September 29, at 6pm, and Saturday, September 30, at 2pm.
Where: Mooloolaba Beach near Loo with a View, Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba.
Entry: Free. More info via Arts and Culture Federation of Sunshine Coast.
Collide Dance Show
An action-packed live show featuring the incredible next generation of dancers and including some of the biggest names in the dance industry. This is a must see dance show.
When: Friday, September 29, at 8.30pm.
Where: Caloundra Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra.
Entry: $60.60 via The Events Centre.
Koala Day
Calling all koala lovers: September is Save the Koala Month and Fairhill, in partnership with fauna ecologist Kellie Newport and Koala Crusaders Queensland, is hosting a community conservation event. Understand the threats to koalas and learn what you can do to help today. You will even learn how to help grow your own koala habitat. There’ll be talks from industry experts, face painting, DJ Roly, tapas and a bar.
When: Saturday, September 23, 4pm to 7pm.
Where: Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens, 114 Fairhill Road, Ninderry.
Entry: Free. More info via Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens.
Two-roo surf film screening
In a double header of film and music, watch Two-roo – a family surf adventure around Australia, followed by live music to celebrate the release of Colbey’s debut album. The film follows Nick Colbey and his family around Australia for the second time on a life-changing adventure of epic proportions. Then hear the songs from the film and off Colbey’s newly released album Journey Man.
When: Friday, September 22, 7pm.
Where: Solbar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore.
Entry: $16.35 via Oztix.
Live and Local – Caloundra
Unwind with a Friday afternoon filled with incredible performances, vibrant vibes, mouth-watering food and a relaxed atmosphere in Felicity Park, Caloundra. Discover the hidden musical gems of Caloundra, amid the tantalising aromas and wide range of delectable street food offerings.
When: Friday, September, 22, 4pm.
Where: Felicity Park, Bulcock Street, Caloundra.
Entry: Free. More info via Sunshine Coast Events.
Friday Knock-Offs
Join the Kawana Chamber of Commerce as it finishes the week off on a high at Paradise Rum. This Friday Knock-Offs is sponsored by Ray White Kawana Waters. Head along to eat, drink and catch up with the diverse group of business people of the Kawana region. This event is free of charge for members.
When: Friday, September 22, 4.30pm.
Where: Paradise Rum, 25 Technology Drive, Warana.
Entry: $25 for TryBooking.
Faulty Towers – The Original Dining Experience
Faulty Towers – The Original Dining Experience is making its way up the hill and bringing its hilarious show to Buderim Tavern. The night will include a three-course meal with a two-hour interactive show. Get ready to laugh, as this will be one fun show you don’t want to miss.
When: Sunday, September 24, 6pm.
Where: Buderim Tavern, 81 Burnett Street, Buderim.
Entry: $80 via Oztix.
Stark Raven Man – A Poetry Show For Kids
Stark Raven Mad is a fast-paced, interactive poetry show for kids, where more than 30 poems are performed. It is dark and funny, but also delightful and a bit absurd. The show takes the audience through a poetical journey, bringing to life gothic poems using puppets, costumes, movement and music. Poetry from Edgar Allan Poe, Heinrich Hoff man, Hilaire Belloc, Emily Dickinson and Lewis Carroll feature. Prepare to be surprised, amused and little frightened.
When: Saturday, October 7, and Sunday, October 8, multiple show times.
Where: The Old Ambulance Station, 80 Howard Street, Nambour.
Entry: $30 via Catbird Theatre Company.
The BIG Beach Clean Up
Join local group Visionary Ocean Warriors for this free community event with a difference. The morning involves a beach clean-up, eco market stalls, free kids’ activities and a trash swap, where litter collected becomes currency to purchase pre-loved clothes, books and bric-a-brac donated by the local community. For every bag of litter collected, participants will receive a free Boomerang Bag and a stamp to use in the pop-up op shop. Younger participants can take part in a free guided art activity, as well as free face painting, and take part in a no-sew bag workshop.
When: Saturday, September 23, 8am.
Where: Clarke Place Park, The Esplanade, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra.
Entry: Free. Register via Sunshine Coast Events.
Spamalot
These school holidays Little Seed Theatre Company invites you into a world of knights on quests, magical ladies of the lake and an all singing, all dancing cast of local talent. It’s Little Seed Theatre Company’s seventh annual full length musical. With a cast of teenagers from seven local high schools, this year’s Spamalot sees the return of Matilda Malone, right, who plays The Lady of The Lake, a magical sprite who sends King Arthur on a quest to find the Holy Grail. Audiences can expect to shed tears of laughter as Spamalot is a riot with many laugh out loud moments.
When: Thursday, September 28, 7.30pm, Friday, September 29, 7.30pm, Saturday, September 30, 2pm and 7.30pm.
Where: The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads
Entry: Tickets $35 to $45 via The J.
Weekend gig guide
Friday, September 22
- Nambour Forecourt Live, Currie Street, 4pm
- Radioactive, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- David Lee, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- David Zuric, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
- Colin Dodds, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- DJ Will B, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Renny Field, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm
- DJ Indie Andy, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm
- DJ Catti, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
- Luke Kidgell, The Events Centre, 6pm.
Saturday, September 23
- Kyle Lionhart, Eumundi Brewery, 7.30pm
- Consol, Old Soul, 8pm
- Mason Rock Band, Banana Bender Pub, 7pm
- Junction Road, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Liam Griffin, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- Garry Hudson, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- The Flaming Galahs, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- The Febs, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Anthologys, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm
- Dirty Dice, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm.
Sunday, September 24
- Jazz in the Park, Buderim Village Park, 1pm
- Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm
- Fleetwood Mac Tribute, Alex Surf Club, 4pm.
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