The Whitsundays, in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef, plays host to a raft of incredible events throughout the year. Enjoy arts and cultural festivals, fitness and endurance events, to celebrations of the beautiful islands and local produce. The Whitsundays offers world-class events that celebrate the region, its environment and its people.
The 2023 events calendar celebrates all that is unique to The Whitsundays. Stay and play in the area all year round and take advantage of the ideal climate, picture-perfect islands, reef and beaches, lush rainforest and welcoming regional hospitality.
Cruise Whitsundays Great Barrier Reef Festival
Great Barrier Reef Festival is an annual celebration of the Great Barrier Reef and showcase of The Whitsundays lifestyle and community in the “heart of the reef” – Airlie Beach. The region’s favourite festival will take over the vibrant tourist hub of Airlie Beach, the ultimate access to the Whitsunday Islands, over the first weekend of August.
Hamilton Island Race Week
Join Hamilton Island Race Week and book one of their three-night Spectator Packages from 24 – 27 August 2023, including twin share accommodation, two tickets to the Will Cowper Dinner and a luxury spectator cruise to experience the action on the water.
White on Whitehaven Long Lunch by Fish D’vine
White on Whitehaven Long Lunch offers a truly bespoke experience that encapsulates the very essence of The Whitsundays. Imagine yourself, dressed in white, with toes in the pure white silica sands of Whitehaven Beach, drinking cocktails and Laurenti Champagne while dining on fresh local seafood as you overlook the sparkling turquoise ocean.
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Airlie Beach Festival of Music
Set for 9-12th November 2023, and now in its eleventh year, the Airlie Beach Festival of Music has become one of Queensland’s premier live music events, crowned Festival of the Year at the 2022 Queensland Music Awards. With jaw-dropping sea views from the main tent at the Whitsunday Sailing Club, it’s a party like no other in paradise. Watch big-name acts and discover new talent – there is something for every musical taste. The atmosphere is electric with live entertainment spread throughout the best party venues in Airlie Beach.
