People's Choice Award - Festivals and Events: Destination
Cluden Park Winter Racing Carnival
For 150 years, the Cluden Park Winter Racing Carnival has been a tradition that unites the city and the bush. Racing is as popular as ever, drawing on the strength of our southern neighbours while offering a rite of passage for young people and a special chance for old friends to reconnect.
Markets at the Mosaic
Monthly “Markets at the Mosaic” Homemade markets are located in Mercers Lane, Ingham, Queensland. The markets are hosted every third Saturday of the month, from April to December and showcase local and visitor talents through handmade and homemade products. Along with entertainment, and local shops and cafes surrounding the event, it's sure to be a wonderful morning spent out and about in Ingham.
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week
With top-notch racing over 5 days, live bands and partying galore, the shoreside program of this annual regatta is sure to leave you wanting more year after year. The Annual Father's Day at Picnic Bay is an excellent day out for the whole family with markets, music, on water activities, sand castle competition, mud crab races and so much more.
Sweet Days Hot Nights
The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture. Consisting of two headline events, the Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival starts with the Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire on Friday night, followed by the Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships on Saturday at the Home Hill Showgrounds.
The Great Island Trek
It's not a race. It's an adventure! Join them for their 10 year anniversary as you discover Magnetic Island's natural beauty on The Great Island Trek—a scenic, non-competitive, fully supported trail event . Choose from 5 kilometre, 12 kilometre, 18 kilometre, or 25 kilometre routes, and experience the island's breathtaking beauty as you explore at your own pace.
