Learn how to make a difference to your environment at Ecofest

Published on 22 April 2026

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Central Queensland’s longest-running environmental awareness event, Ecofest, is back at Tondoon on the first Sunday in June for a day of educational and informative workshops, demonstrations, activities and entertainment within the award-winning Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Originating in 1999, Ecofest is a free, family-friendly festival promoting sustainability and eco-friendly living.

From 9am to 3pm, attendees can explore market stalls featuring locally made, eco-friendly products, enjoy plant sales, food trucks, live music, and connect with organisations dedicated to a sustainable future.

Gladstone Region Deputy Mayor Natalia Muszkat is encouraging attendees to embrace the sustainable practices they learn at Ecofest and incorporate them into their daily lives.

“Ecofest aims to encourage and empower the Gladstone community to make positive changes towards more sustainable living,” Councillor Muszkat said.

“In 2026, the event aligns with the World Environment Day theme of ‘Climate Action’, highlighting the importance of working together to rethink how we live, work and interact with the planet.

“Simple actions like reducing single-use plastics, reusing products, recycling correctly, composting, or adding a plant to your backyard are just some of the ways to make a big difference.”

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IMAGE: There are plenty of market stalls and displays at Ecofest.

Event Details

Date: Sunday 7 June, 2026

Time: 9am-3pm

Location: Gladstone Tondoon Botanic Gardens, 672 Glenlyon Road, Gladstone, QLD

Cost: FREE.

Parking
  • Visitors travelling from Kirkwood Road and Glen Eden are encouraged to use the Industry Car Park, while visitors coming from Gladstone can park at the Meteors Soccer Fields
  • A Drop and Go zone will be available in the Industry Car Park
  • For accessible parking, please enter via the Tondoon Botanic Gardens main entrance
  • Parking attendants will assist with accessible drop-off and disability permit parking.
Buses
  • Free buses will be running throughout the day, schedule to be posted on website.

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