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Council and Community Events

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Gladstone Regional Events Strategy 2019 – 2024

Council has developed a Gladstone Regional Events Strategy 2019 – 2024 to strengthen the region’s profile and position as a nationally recognised event destination.

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26
Mar

Annual Stamp Fair

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
If, you have ever collected stamps, have children who do collect, then come along and have a look around.

Sat 9am-4pm | Sun 9am-3pm
 
26
Mar

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 26 Mar)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
26
Mar

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Mar 12 and 26)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
26
Mar

Exhibit With Us - 2024 Exhibition Season

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Ever dreamt of having an exhibition in a professional gallery space?

We are calling for 2024 Exhibition Season.

Applications Close: 31 May 2023
 
26
Mar

Expression of Interest – 48 Park Street, West Gladstone.

Location: 48 Park Street, West Gladstone Q 4680
Council is continuing its advocacy towards improving health services in the region by inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) to lease a parcel of land in West Gladstone.

EOI closes Monday 3 April
 
26
Mar

LUMINOUS - Calling for Artists, Food Vendors and Stall Holders

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Gladstone Regional Council is calling for local artists & community groups to provide illuminated art installations or activities/workshops for Luminous 2023, food vendors and stall holders.

Apply now
 
26
Mar

Sport and Active Living Expo - Expression of Interest

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
The annual Sport and Active Living Expo is aimed to encourage the Gladstone Region community to get involved in physical activity, healthy eating and healthy lifestyles.

EOI closes 5pm, Friday 28 Apr
 
27
Mar

Exhibition: Curious Kombucha

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
A highly original exhibition that links artist Zela Bissett’s concerns for the health of our oceans, with a conviction that we can produce an environmentally friendly alternative to single-use plastic
 
27
Mar

Exhibition: Sailing Matters

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Sharing the stories of the inaugural Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race of 1949, we celebrate 75 years of welcoming the competitors over the finish line.

11 Mar - 15 Apr 2023
 
27
Mar

Free First Aid and CPR courses

Location: Nagoorin Qld
Training will be held in Agnes Water, Nagoorin, Mount Larcom, Calliope and Baffle Creek.

All sessions are now fully booked.
 
28
Mar

Bargain Shop at St Mark's Anglican Church

Location: St Mark's Anglican Church, Boyne Island
Come on down to the Community Bargain Shop... You won’t be disappointed!

Open 8am-11.30am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday's
 
28
Mar

Craft Club

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Organised by Gladstone Regional Libraries, Craft Club is an arts and crafts based after school program aimed at young adults and pre-teens.

Free - no bookings required

3.30pm-4.30pm
 
28
Mar

Have a Yarn Tuesday - QCWA Tannum Sands

Location: Queensland Country Women's Association - Tannum Sands Branch
All welcome to bring your craft, a friend and a smile.

Every Tuesday | 9am to 12pm
 
28
Mar

StoryTime in the Park

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
We are taking our StoryTime sessions full of stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family out and about across the region.

Free - Bookings not required (10.30am-11.30am)
 
29
Mar

Neighbour Day

Location: Gladstone Region
Neighbour Day is your opportunity to celebrate your community and look out for each other. Check in with a neighbour to help build the community you want to live in.

Community BBQ Wed 29 Mar 2023.
 
30
Mar

Exhibition: Our Priceless Past 2022 - On Tour

Location: Gladstone City Library
Immerse yourself in the stories of seven local Special Seniors. Selected students from Rosedale State School interviewed the Seniors and prepared their stories to celebrate Seniors Month in Queenslan
 
30
Mar

GameTime: D&D - The Great Library Campaign

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Calling all adventurers! Come and join the Great Library Campaign and try your luck and skills to explore new worlds and different dimensions.

For ages 12-18 years

Free events - Bookings required
 
31
Mar

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Location: Gladstone City Library
Does your library need a refresh? Head to the Friends of the Library Book Sale and pick up some bargains!

Hosted by our Friends of the Library volunteers.

9am-4pm, Fri 31 Mar | 9am-3pm, Sat 1 Apr
 
31
Mar

StoryTime - Boyne Island

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family.

10.30am, Fridays (held weekly during school terms)

Free. Bookings not required.
 
31
Mar

The Rotary Club of South Gladstone Golf Day

Location: Gladstone Golf Club, 1 Hickory Avenue, Kin Kora QLD
Become a sponsor, enter a team, donate an in-kind gift and help out the Gladstone community today.

To become a sponsor or enter a team phone 0438 146 819.
 
01
Apr

All Venues: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
Explore the region, create a masterpiece or unleash your imagination in play.

The school holiday program is a collaborative program which features events and activities across all Council facilities
 
01
Apr

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 1 Apr)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
01
Apr

Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition

Location: Gladstone Region
Easter in Gladstone has something for everyone! Throughout the April School Holidays, Council is holding its first Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition.

Submissions open: Saturday, 1 April
 
01
Apr

Exhibition: We Rise

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Mackay artist Shelley Engwirda examines the success and failures of the Women’s Movement in We Rise.

1 Apr - 20 May 2023
 
01
Apr

GRAGM: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Art Gallery & Museum.

Free
 
01
Apr

MovieTime - Saturday Sessions

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Join us for a movie and a relaxing Saturday chill in the library.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

FREE - bookings not required
 
01
Apr

Polio Movie Fundraiser

Location: Gladstone Cinemas, 71-77 Dawson Road, West Gladstone
The Rotary Club of Gladstone invites you to join them for this year's End Polio Now movie night fundraiser.

Featuring the movie "Linoleum"
 
01
Apr

Regional Libraries: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Libraries.

Free events - Bookings required.
 
01
Apr

Tondoon Botanic Gardens: School Holiday Program

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Bookings required - RSVP ASAP so you don't miss out.
 
03
Apr

Swimming Holiday Program

Location: Tannum Sands State School, Waratah Street, Tannum Sands
The Boyne Tannum Bullets Swim Club welcomes all children from the Boyne/Tannum area for our 4 days swimming program!

Bookings essential
 
04
Apr

General Meeting of Council (Tue 4 Apr)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
04
Apr

MovieTime - Movies at Agnes Water Library (Tuesdays)

Location: Agnes Water Library
Join us for a movie at the Agnes Water Library.

FREE - bookings required (12.45pm start)
 
05
Apr

Tropical Wednesday - Dress Up!

Location: Gladstone Region
Dress up your shop front competition.

It's Harbour Festival time again and we invite you to get into the Festival spirit by putting on your brightest tropical outfits and get ready to celebrate.
 
06
Apr

Celebrate Easter in Gladstone

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Celebrate Easter in Gladstone and holiday at home this Easter long weekend. Enjoy an array of activities on offer, there is something for everyone. Easter in Gladstone – you’ll be glad you did!
 
06
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - B2G Village Opening Party

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This event provides the perfect opportunity for guests to kick-off the long weekend in style.

Free – no booking required
 
06
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
The 61st Gladstone Harbour Festival programme will be jam packed with fantastic free entertainment, thrilling rides and plenty of market stalls. 
 
07
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Music Campout

Location: Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre Inc
We’re holding our BOYNE VALLEY COUNTRY MUSIC CAMPOUT at the Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre in Ubobo Central Queensland on Friday 7th April to Sunday 9th April 2023.
 
07
Apr

Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race Live Stream

Location: Gladstone Region
The live streaming of the 75th GPC Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is proudly brought to you by Gladstone Regional Council’s Easter in Gladstone.
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Sounds @ the Village

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Bringing a stellar line up of unearthed performers along with headliner Shag Rock, Sounds @ The Village is programmed for 13-17 years.

Tickets on sale now.
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Yachtsman’s Long Lunch

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
This event has it all, amazing local seafood paired with award winning wines, keynote speakers, live music and a spectacular vantage point by the water.
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run (Fri 7 Apr)

Location: East Shores, Flinders Parade, Gladstone Central Qld
Registration is open for the 46th Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run.

Join Gladstone Road Runners at East Shores on Good Friday morning for a 3km or 10km Fun Run.

All ages and abilities are welcome.  
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival's Raft Regatta

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Ahoy Ahoy Ahoy!
The Raft Regatta is back in 2023
Proudly sponsored by Smit Lamnalco
Get your applications in now.
 
08
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Seafood Festival

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This fun family day is a must for visitors and locals alike. With fresh and cooked seafood of all varieties available, live music, refreshments and activities for the kids.

Free - no bookings required
 
08
Apr

Live Music at Gladstone Yacht Club

Location: Gladstone Yacht Club
The Gladstone Yacht Club was designed to take full advantage of its exceptional location.

Make sure 'drinks & live music @ Yachties' is in your calendar.
 
09
Apr

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Apr 9, 23)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
09
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Line Crossing Party 18+

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
An opportunity for competitors, supporters and the greater community to come together and celebrate the 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race..

Sunday 9 April, Free Entry (18+ event)
 
10
Apr

Easter Drop in Centre

Location: Slow Lane Cafe, Lifestyle Church, 83 Sun Valley Road, Kin Kora
In Gladstone and doing it tough this Easter? Drop in, hangout, have a chat, enjoy some free hot cross buns, pizza and chocolate.

10am-3pm Easter Monday
 
11
Apr

Youth Week (Apr 11-17)

Location: Gladstone Region
Youth Week celebrates young people aged 12-25 and the positive contributions they make to our communities. 

Discover new skills, attend events and have fun!
 
14
Apr

Kids and Seeds

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Plant some seeds in a pot and take it home to watch them grow!

FREE - bookings not required (10am-11am)
 
14
Apr

Moonlight Movies (Bunting Park, Calliope)

Location: Bunting Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!

Movie: Lightyear (PG Rating)

Free event, no bookings required. 6.30pm
 
15
Apr

McCosker Gladstone Speedway: Opening Night

Location: 114 Jono Porter Drive, Benaraby Q 4680
GRAB YOUR TICKETS for the Grand Opening of the new McCosker Gladstone Speedway!

Come on down for a night of family fun and speedway action!
 
16
Apr

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 16 Apr)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
17
Apr

MakerTime Workshop

Location: Miriam Vale Library
From garden to gift, or just trying your hand at something new. Join us as we explore and try a wide range of workshops and activities.

Bookings Required
 
17
Apr

PlayTime at the Precinct

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Join us for a morning of games, laughter and play for children ages 6 months to 5 years at PlayTime at the Precinct!

Bookings not required. Held fornightly during the school terms.
 
17
Apr

Steve-O The Bucket List Tour

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Every idea on Steve-O’s Bucket List was so ill-advised, he never expected to go through with any of them.

Not for kids, or for the faint of heart.
 
18
Apr

Cosentino - Decennium

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Australia’s world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino, is returning to perform his brand new, 90minute live show ‘Decennium'.

For audiences 5 years and older.
 
18
Apr

General Meeting of Council (Tue 18 Apr)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
20
Apr

GCCI Industries In Focus Breakfast: ICT

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
You're invited to join us for our second Industries In Focus Breakfast of 2023 on Information + Communication Technology (ICT).

Connect with local businesses who operate in the ICT space.
 
21
Apr

Walking4Warriors Endurance Challenge

Location: Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Fund Raising supports Young Veterans CQ. On the 21st and 22nd of April 2023 we will stand together on the line in unity and respect honoring the Men and Women who may no longer be here to stand tall.
 
22
Apr

CQDRA Championships Round 1

Location: Benaraby Dragway, Jono Porter Drive, Benaraby
Gates open 8am - Qualify from 12pm - Fully catered hot food and bar open

Test and Tune Friday night - race ya mates!
 
22
Apr

Celtic Illusion

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Even fans who have seen our previous shows won’t dare miss The Magic Returns tour that is set to raise the bar once again. This exhilarating production has broken barriers by fusing unparalleled art.
 
22
Apr

Exhibition: ANZAC Day 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
GRAGM are proud to present our annual ANZAC Day exhibition, commemorating the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.
 
22
Apr

Miriam Vale Rodeo

Location: Miriam Vale Show Grounds
Annual event - celebrating the 70th anniversary in 2023
Junior Rodeo starts 8am | Open Rodeo Starts 1pm

Gates open 6am
Strictly no BYO Alcohol and no dogs - thank you.
 
22
Apr

Pirtek Fishing Challenge (22-23 Apr)

Location: Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Australia’s biggest fishing competition returns for 2023 with new sponsors and our biggest prize pool ever.

Registrations open in January 2023.
 
23
Apr

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 23 Apr)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
25
Apr

ANZAC Day services across the region

Location: Gladstone Region
Residents are invited to commemorate ANZAC Day on Tuesday 25 April, with services being conducted across the Gladstone Region.
 
25
Apr

Tuesday Art Play

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Bring your little one along with you to the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum and join experienced children's art tutor, for some hassle-free fun!

(Not held in school holidays.)
 
26
Apr

Gladstone Toastmasters

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Gladstone Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. New members and guests over 18 years of age are welcome to join our supportive, friendly and fun filled meetings.
 
27
Apr

GEA CQ Supply Chain Expo

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Expo is an opportunity for the industry supply chain to showcase their world-class products and services and prove why Central Queensland has long been known as the industrial powerhouse of Qld.
 
27
Apr

GEA Connecting Supplier's Luncheon

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Connecting Suppliers Luncheon provides you with the opportunity to hear first-hand from up to six guest speakers representing companies driving the renewable energy development in CQ.
 
28
Apr

Boyne Tannum Hook Up

Location: Bray Park
The Boyne Tannum HookUp is Australia’s Biggest Family Fishing Competition, with both adult and junior categories. This 3-day event is held in a beautiful location of the CQ Coast at Boyne Island.
 
29
Apr

ARTmatters: Twilight Markets

Location: ARTmatters, 3 Pitt Street, Gladstone
We are looking for fabulous stall holders and food Vendors to join us for another wonderful event.

Gold Coin Entry | Live Music | Licenced Bar
4pm-8pm
 
29
Apr

Exhibition: LOVE BiTES 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention exhibition showcasing artwork produced by students participating in this year’s Love Bites Program.

29 Apr - 27 May 2023
 
29
Apr

Gladstone MTB Expo Day

Location: Gladstone Mountain Bike Reserve, Koowin Drive, Gladstone
Come and Try coaching courses, self-guided tour, food/drinks.

All riders must have enclosed shoes and an approved mountain bike helmet

12pm-4pm
 
29
Apr

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Australia’s biggest comedy festival is hitting the road for a huge 25th year! Tickets on sale 9am, Wednesday 1 Feb!

Featuring the best and brightest of the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
 
29
Apr

Saiki Children's Day 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
GRAGM offers local children a glimpse into the lives of their peers in Japan through a variety of hands-on craft activities for Saiki Children's Day.

29 Apr - 10 Jun
 
30
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Markets

Location: Kristen's Cottage, Pine Street, Builyan
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Boyne Valley to Builyan. Check out the markets, do some weekend shopping, grab a coffee and a snack at Kristen's Cottage.

Last Sunday of the month. 9am-12pm
 
30
Apr

Robertson Brothers 60's Variety TV Show

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Following their Sold Out National Tour in 2022, Australia's new 'Kings of Variety Television' are back in 2023 with a brand new show!
 
02
May

General Meeting of Council (Tue 2 May)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
03
May

Tondoon Tiny Tots (1st Wednesday of every month)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Bring your baby or toddlers for a free morning out at Tondoon Tiny Tots on the 1st Wednesday of every month. Not held in school holidays.

FREE - bookings not required (9am-12pm)
 
05
May

Gladstone’s Biggest Networking Breakfast

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
Connect with local business leaders over a sit-down breakfast and hear from special guest speakers.

This event is open to GCCI members and non-members.
 
05
May

Mr Stink

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The team behind The Midnight Gang and The 13- 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses Live on Stage return with this touching, twisted and hilarious, and very smelly tale… hold on to your nose!
 
06
May

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 6 May)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
06
May

Lady Sings the Maroons

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Featuring the phenomenal voices of Jess Hitchcock, Irena Lysiuk and Marcus Corowa, the production visits Gladstone on Saturday 6 May for one show only!
 
07
May

Run for a Cure (Bella The Brave)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Come and join us at Bella the Brave's inaugural running festival.

This family friendly event aims to cater for all ages and abilities with four distances to choose from: 2.5km, 5km, 10km
 
12
May

Moonlight Movies (Discovery Centre, Ubobo)

Location: Ubobo Discovery Centre, Ubobo Qld 4680
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!

Movie: Blueback (PG Rating)

Free event, no bookings required. 6.30pm
 
13
May

Calliope State High School P&C Cent Sale

Location: Calliope Community Centre
Save the date! Doors open at 11am, sale starts at 1pm with afternoon tea supplied

Bookings essential!
 
13
May

Creedence Clearwater

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Creedence Clearwater Collective brings to the stage a six piece band – with a guest Saxophonist and a vocalist that emulates John Fogerty’s distinct vocals – to capture the unique CCR sound.
 
13
May

Ride 4 Lives - Suicide Awareness Ride

Location: Gladstone Region
Our annual Suicide Awareness Ride is a family-friendly event that promotes social connectedness. Choose your mode of transportation and join us for a weekend of fun and fellowship.

Register online
 
13
May

World Bonsai Day (13-14 May)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
World Bonsai Day is celebrated every year on the second Saturday in May, with the aim of furthering the understanding and awareness of Bonsai worldwide.

Free - no bookings req

Sat 13 May and Sun 14 May
 
14
May

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (14 May)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
14
May

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun May 14, 28)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
14
May

Mother’s Day Classic - Tannum Sands

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
The Mother’s Day Classic will be held at up to 70 locations nationwide on Sunday, 14 May.

Walk - 4km or 8km | Run - 4km or 8km
 
15
May

National Volunteer Week 15-21 May

Location: Gladstone Region
We want to identify and recognise the efforts and input of our Gladstone community volunteers. National Volunteers Week runs from 15-23 May 2023.

Nominations will be called closer to the date.
 
16
May

General Meeting of Council (Tue 16 May)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
16
May

Tommy Emmanuel - Live in Concert

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Tommy brings the power and dynamism of a full band to his solo acoustic playing, with incredible charisma, stunning speed and dexterity and unerring command of melody.
 
17
May

1770 Art Show

Location: Agnes Water Community Centre
The 1770ArtShow is a well recognised art event of the Wide Bay area and the Central Queensland Coast. Entries are now open - enter online.

ENTRIES CLOSE: FRIDAY APRIL 28, 2023 by 5pm
 
18
May

International Museum Day (18 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
Every year since 1977, ICOM has organised International Museum Day (IMD), which represents a unique moment for the international museum community.
 
19
May

Gladstone Region 1770 Festival

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Every May, locals and visitors reflect on Cook’s legacy of exploration; his incredible cartography skills and documented observations of Country and First Peoples.

Free Entry
 
19
May

Queensland Symphony Orchestra - Symphony Under the Stars: Love and Passion

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Date Claimer:

Queensland Symphony Orchestra returns to Gladstone for their annual Symphony Under the Stars concert.
 
20
May

Harry Potter Family Fun Night

Location: Gladstone City Library
Greetings Potterheads! Come and celebrate all things Harry Potter with puzzles, games and craft.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

FREE - bookings not required
 
20
May

Rebel Rebel | The Bowie Anthology

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Rebel Rebel | The Bowie Anthology is a captivating live concert recreating the iconic sound of David Bowie.

This is a concert that will have you cheering and wanting for more.

 
20
May

Ubobo Reloaded Trail Ride (21-22 May)

Location: Mount Hector Road, Ubobo
An event of the Australian Motorcyclist Assoc. held by the Curtis Coast Trail Riders Club.

Dates to be confirmed for 2023
 
21
May

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 21 May)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
22
May

Community Investment Program Roadshow

Location: Gladstone Region
A series of information sessions, across eight locations, are available to inform the community about funding options within Council’s Community Investment Program.

22-29 May
 
24
May

Giant Rat's Tail Grass Community Forum

Location: 3 Don Cameron Drive, Calliope QLD
Join Wayne Vogler, Principal Scientist, Biosecurity Qld Dept of Agriculture & Fisheries, for a community forum concluding a five year research project focused on the invasive species, Giant Rat’s Tail
 
24
May

National Simultaneous Storytime (Wed 24 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
National Simultaneous Storytime is back for its 23rd year! Join us as we share another book with the nation.

For children five years and under.

Free - no bookings required
 
25
May

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea (Thu 25 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
This May, Cancer Council Queensland is encouraging people across the state to gather their friends, family or workmates for a cup of tea and a bite to eat whilst raising money.

Pre-register online
 
25
May

GCCI 2023 Business Expo

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Over 40 local small businesses showcasing their products and services.
 
27
May

2023 Santos GLNG Mayor's Charity Ball

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

Sold Out
 
27
May

DIY Fertilister and Pest Control Recipes Workshop

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Let us show you how easy it is to create your own
fertiliser and pest control products with homemade
recipes.

Free - Bookings required
 
27
May

National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 Jun)

Location: Gladstone Region
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives.
 
27
May

The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal Doorknock

Location: Gladstone Region
The Salvation Army will be collecting in the community, doorknocking in some locations and using online fundraising.
 
28
May

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 28 May)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
28
May

Composting Workshop

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Turn your garden waste into garden gold!

By composting at home you are diverting organic waste from landfill and creating an excellent soil improver for you.

Free - bookings required (8.30am-12:30pm)
 
30
May

Morning Melodies presents A Hard Knock Life

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Celebrating his 42nd anniversary, Aria, Logie & Helpmann Award Winner Jonathon Welch AM pays tribute to the music & life of Harry Secombe.

Morning Tea 10am, Show Time 11am
 
02
Jun

Rainbow on the Reef PRIDE Festival

Location: Gladstone Region
The Rainbow on the Reef Pride Festival is returning to Gladstone in 2023!

We are looking for volunteers, sponsors and businesses who would like to get be part of our 2023 Pride Festival!

2-10 Jun, 2023
 
03
Jun

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 3 Jun)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
03
Jun

Exhibition: Dancing on the Bruce

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Captain Creek artist Jennifer M Ryan's dramatic experience on the Bruce Highway affected her more than she could have predicted.

3 Jun - 8 Jul, 2023
 
03
Jun

Exhibition: Gladstone Embroiders Guild 40th Anniversary

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
A celebration of the Gladstone Embroiders Guild 40th Anniversary showcasing a wide range of embroidery.

3 Jun - 22 Jul 2023
 
03
Jun

NAIDOC Exhibition 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
An exhibition profiling the art of First Nations People, heritage works, local voices and memories, as well as images and cultural connections from the GRAGM collection.

3 Jun - 5 Aug 2023
 
04
Jun

Ecofest

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a family fun day out with educational workshops and activities, food trucks and market stalls.

Gold coin entry - Buses available
 
11
Jun

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Jun 11, 25)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
12
Jun

Men's Health Week (June 12-18)

Location: Gladstone Neighbourhood Centre
Men's Health Week is designed to provoke thought and discussion about what what needs to be done to improve male health.
 
13
Jun

Are we there yet?

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Join 8 year old Grace and her family on their adventurous and often funny expedition around Australia!

Recommended for ages 3-10.
 
15
Jun

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Location: Gladstone Region
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is commemorated each year on 15 June to highlight one of the worst manifestations of ageism and inequality in our society, elder abuse.
 
17
Jun

Exhibition: Drawing: An explaration through contemporary practice

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
This exhibition will explore the relationship between drawing, the body, and the Central Queensland region.

17 Jun - 5 Aug, 2023
 
17
Jun

Exhibition: Mestiza/Mestizo

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Mestiza/Mestizo is an exhibition that acknowledges, interrogates, and celebrates the multifaceted nature of identity.

17 Jun - 5 Aug, 2023
 
18
Jun

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 18 Jun)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm (It's On!)
 
24
Jun

Mt Larcom & District Show (Sat 24 & Sun 25 June)

Location: Mount Larcom Showgrounds
The Mt Larcom Show provides the community with unique friendly atmosphere providing entertainment with a distinctive country flavour.

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023
 
24
Jun

The Spirit of Leonard Cohen

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Celebrate the music and life of Leonard Cohen when Jonathan Anstock and his soulful band perform some of Cohen’s most iconic songs.

3pm, Saturday 24 June, 2023
 
25
Jun

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 25 Jun)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
25
Jun

Mt Larcom & District Show (Sat 24 & Sun 25 June)

Location: Mount Larcom Showgrounds
The Mt Larcom Show provides the community with unique friendly atmosphere providing entertainment with a distinctive country flavour.

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023
 
26
Jun

Dr Seuss's The Cat in the Hat Australia

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Young and old alike will delight in this faithful adaptation of a classic book come to life before our very eyes. Spoiler alert: Things run amuck, and quickly!

Show #1 10.30am - Show #2 1pm
 
01
Jul

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 1 Jul)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
01
Jul

Run in the Sun - Hot Rod & Custom Car Show

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Hot Rods and Customs and American Muscle cars pre 78 ...plenty to see come along for the afternoon, there will be music, and the Clyde Hotel bar will be operating and food and coffee and ice cream van
 
02
Jul

NAIDOC Week (2-9 Jul)

Location: Gladstone Region
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held around the country each year to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
 
08
Jul

Gladstone Show (Sat 8 July 2023)

Location: Gladstone Showground, Gladstone Central QLD
Planning is underway for the the 2023 Gladstone Show.

Date to be confirmed.
 
09
Jul

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (9 Jul)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am - 12pm)
 
09
Jul

Discovery Coast Rotary Markets (Sun Jul 9, 23)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
16
Jul

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 16 Jul) Not held in July

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Please note: No July Markets in 2023

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
21
Jul

National Pyjama Day (Fri 21 Jul)

Location: Gladstone Region
National Pyjama Day is an annual event that aims to raise awareness and funds for The Pyjama Foundation's Love of Learning Program, which empowers children in care to reach their full potential.
 
23
Jul

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 23 Jul)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
28
Jul

World Science Festival

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
World Science Festival Queensland is back In 2023 with another spectacular science extravaganza!

This free action packed program for the whole family will include a range of science activities.
 
29
Jul

The Great 'Rio Tinto' Yarwun Valley Rally (Sat 29 Jul)

Location: CQUniversity Gladstone Marina
Planning is underway for the 2023 event - Date has been set for 29th July 2023.

2022 theme: Healthy
 
29
Jul

Relay for Life 2023

Location: Gladstone Region
Please note that the Gladstone event will no longer be going ahead and will be joining forces with Rockhampton Relay For Life to make 2023 even bigger and better!
 
30
Jul

National Tree Day

Location: Cashin Park, Tannum Sands
National Tree Day is a call to action for all Australians to put their hands in the earth and give back to their community.

Connect with nature and our community.
 
30
Jul

RACQ Capricorn Helicopter Rescue - Gladstone Community Open Day

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Come along to the Gladstone Community Open Day from 9:30am to 12pm on Sunday 30th July. The RACQ CapRescue helicopter will touch down in Gladstone, alongside other local Emergency Services.
 
01
Aug

Free Tax Help appointments offered to eligible residents

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Our free and confidential Tax Help program operates from August to October to eligible Gladstone Region residents.

Bookings essential.
 
03
Aug

Dorrie Day Careers Expo

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Dorrie Day is an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded organisations and businesses to come and connect with First Nations job seekers who aspire to work in your industry.

Free Shuttle Bus avail.
 
05
Aug

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 5 Aug)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
12
Aug

Swap Meet & Car Boot Sale (Sat 12 August)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
An Annual Swap at Calliope Historical Village on the second Saturday in August. Organised by the Rotary Club of Gladstone.
 
13
Aug

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Aug 13, 27)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
14
Aug

Public Holiday - Gladstone Region Show Holiday

Location: Gladstone Region
Please be advised that various Council locations will be closed for the Gladstone Show Public Holiday.

Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday 15 August 2023.
 
15
Aug

Morning Melodies presents By Request

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Songbird and improvised comedy queen Jenny Wynter (Funny Mummies) performs By Request, the “side-splitting cabaret” which is never the same show twice.

Morning Tea 10am, Show Time 11am
 
19
Aug

Calliope River Village Music Festival

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Country and Local Artist Music Festival to be held at the Calliope River Historical Village.

Save the date!
 
19
Aug

Exhibition: Golding Showcase - Youth Art Exhibition

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
An annual display, and an initiative of the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum Society, supported by the late society patron, Mr Cyril Golding (1920 - 2012).

19 Aug - 30 Sep 2023
 
19
Aug

Roald Dahl The Twits

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits, live on stage in a visually spectacular, delightfully-disgusting, revoltingly-funny production for the whole family.

Show #1 - 10am, Show #2 - 2pm
 
20
Aug

Port to Park FunD Run

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Port City’s favourite fun run is back, with Gladstone Ports Corporation's (GPC) iconic community event - The Port to Park FunD Run.
 
20
Aug

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 20 Aug)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
21
Aug

Queensland Road Safety Week

Location: Gladstone Region
Everyone has a role in keeping our roads safe.
This year, we’re celebrating the many ways Queenslanders keep our roads safe every day.

Is there anything you can do to make the road more safely?
 
27
Aug

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 27 Aug)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
02
Sep

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 2 Sep)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
02
Sep

Music Festival: Spring in the Vale

Location: 1460 Fingerboard Road, Miriam Vale
Spring in the Vale is an all-ages and camping Music and Arts Festival held in Miriam Vale, near the iconic towns of Agnes Water/1770, Queensland, a 10 minute drive from the town of Miriam Vale.
 
08
Sep

Boyne Valley Showcase

Location: Nagoorin Qld
The Boyne Valley Showcase will be a weekend of exhibitions, displays, performances & local market stalls (local products only). Fri from noon (Official opening 6pm), Sat 9am-3pm, Sunday 9am-3pm
 
09
Sep

Gladstone PopCon 2022

Location: Goondoon Street Entertainment Precinct
Planning is underway for the Gladstone Regions biggest pop culture event, PopCon, is back and this year, it's Hulk-sized!
 
09
Sep

The Beach Boys Experience

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Pick up some Good Vibrations at this unforgettable celebration dedicated to the music of The Beach Boys!

7:30pm, Saturday 9 September 2023
 
10
Sep

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (10 Sep)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
10
Sep

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Sep 10, 24)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
12
Sep

Luke Kidgell - Happy Hour

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
You've seen him on the internet, now it's time to see him in real life, this is not one to miss!

You've seen him on the internet, now it's time to see him in real life, this is not one to miss!
 
14
Sep

R U OK? Day

Location: Gladstone Region
14 September is R U OK? Day which is about inspiring everyone to ask that simple but important question, "Are you OK?" and start a conversation that could save a life.
 
15
Sep

Under the Trees

Location: 1 Jacaranda Drive, Boyne Island Qld 4680
Under the trees is a laid back music and art festival located 'under the trees' between the soccer fields and oval at Jacaranda Drive, Boyne Island.

Dates for 2023 to be confirmed.
 
16
Sep

Great Northern Clean Up

Location: Gladstone Region
The Great Northern Clean Up provides communities the flexibility to participate in local Clean Up events between August & October each year.

Register a clean up online
 
17
Sep

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 17 Sep)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
18
Sep

Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival

Location: Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 coast road, Baffle Creek QLD 4674
Join us for a week of fun, fishing & adventure at the 2023 Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival. Catch, Snap & Release Comp.

Follow us on Facebook for updates.
 
24
Sep

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 24 Sep)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
28
Sep

International Access to Information Day

Location: Gladstone Region
Gladstone Regional Council has signed up as a supporter of this year’s International Access to Information Day (IAI Day) which takes place on 28 September.
 
29
Sep

Calliope Rodeo & Specialty Events (Friday Night)

Location: 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
We are ALL FIRED UP here at Calliope. Looking forward to an amazing rodeo.

It's going to be HOT HOT HOT.

Gates Open 5pm Fri 29th and 1pm Sat 30th
 
30
Sep

Calliope Rodeo & Specialty Events (Saturday)

Location: 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
We are ALL FIRED UP here at Calliope. Looking forward to an amazing rodeo in September.

It's going to be HOT HOT HOT.

Gates Open 5pm Fri 29th and 1pm Sat 30th
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.
 
02
Oct

Public Holiday - King's Birthday

Location: Gladstone Region
Please be advised that various Council locations will be closed for the King's Birthday public holiday.

Normal office hours will resume on Tuesday 3 October 2023.
 
03
Oct

The 48th Rio Tinto & QAL Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Art Awards are one of Queensland’s most prestigious regional art events and is eagerly anticipated each year.

2023 will mark the 48th anniversary of The Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards.
 
07
Oct

Agnes Water Triathlon & Aquathon

Location: Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
The Agnes Water Triathlon is an annual not-for-profit local sporting event held in the beautiful town of Agnes Water, Queensland.

Dates for 2023 to be confirmed
 
07
Oct

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 7 Oct)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
07
Oct

Queensland Mental Health Week: Take time for mental health

Location: Gladstone Region
Raise awareness. Spread the word in-person or online about QMHW and help raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.
 
08
Oct

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Oct 8, 22)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
09
Oct

Get Ready Queensland

Location: Gladstone Region
Get Ready Week (9-15 October 2023) is a chance for all Queenslanders to prepare for the upcoming severe weather season.

What's your What-if plan?
 
10
Oct

Morning Melodies presents Rocket Man!

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Come and experience the Elton John Experience, it will be a spectacular show from start to finish.

Morning tea from 10am, Show time 11am
 
15
Oct

Colour Me Capricorn Gladstone

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Get ready to run, walk, dance or stroll your way along the garden path, creating clouds of colour in Gladstone at the most colourful fun run - Colour Me Capricorn Gladstone!
 
15
Oct

MACE Annual Show and Shine

Location: Rocky Glen Hotel Motel, Dawson Road, Gladstone Qld 4680
M.A.C.E chapter (Motorcyclists Advocating Child Empowerment) are holding a Car & Bike Show and Shine on 15 October to raise much needed funds for the Gladstone Hospitals Children’s Ward.

10am-2pm
 
15
Oct

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 15 Oct)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
16
Oct

Join the Aussie Backyard Bird Count from 16-22 Oct 2023

Location: Gladstone Region
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is held for one week each October as part of National Bird Week. 

This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 16-22 October 2023.
 
22
Oct

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 22 Oct)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
28
Oct

Lake Awoonga Adventure Race

Location: Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Do it for the thrill, do it for the fitness or just do it for the fun but don't miss your chance to ride, kayak and run through the beautiful surrounds of Lake Awoonga.

Registrations open 1 July 2023
 
04
Nov

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 4 Nov)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
10
Nov

Lowmead 3 Car Challenge

Location: Lowmead, Qld
The Lowmead 3 Car Challenge: annual event held the second week of November each year, currently in it's 14th year (2023). Teams of 3 winch trucks battle it out, testing 4x4 ability and teamwork.
 
12
Nov

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Nov 12, 26)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
18
Nov

Social Inclusion Week

Location: Gladstone Region
Social Inclusion Week (18-26 Nov) Connect, Collaborate & Celebrate
 
19
Nov

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 19 Nov)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
24
Nov

Calliope Community Christmas Carols

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Entry a Gold Coin donation which will give you a ticket in a gate prize.

Free sausage sizzle for Primary School students and younger.
 
26
Nov

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 26 Nov)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
01
Dec

Summer Reading Club

Location: Gladstone Region
Children need to practice reading everyday. Help your child retain their reading level over the school holidays and join the Summer Reading Club at your local library.
 
02
Dec

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 2 Dec)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
10
Dec

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (10 Dec)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
15
Dec

Venue and Facilities Operating Hours during Christmas and New Year period

Location: Gladstone Region
Gladstone Regional Council operating hours will change during the Christmas and New Year period.
 
17
Dec

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 17 Dec)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm

Community Events

All upcoming events
 
26
Mar

Annual Stamp Fair

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
If, you have ever collected stamps, have children who do collect, then come along and have a look around.

Sat 9am-4pm | Sun 9am-3pm
 
28
Mar

Bargain Shop at St Mark's Anglican Church

Location: St Mark's Anglican Church, Boyne Island
Come on down to the Community Bargain Shop... You won’t be disappointed!

Open 8am-11.30am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday's
 
28
Mar

Have a Yarn Tuesday - QCWA Tannum Sands

Location: Queensland Country Women's Association - Tannum Sands Branch
All welcome to bring your craft, a friend and a smile.

Every Tuesday | 9am to 12pm
 
31
Mar

The Rotary Club of South Gladstone Golf Day

Location: Gladstone Golf Club, 1 Hickory Avenue, Kin Kora QLD
Become a sponsor, enter a team, donate an in-kind gift and help out the Gladstone community today.

To become a sponsor or enter a team phone 0438 146 819.
 
01
Apr

Polio Movie Fundraiser

Location: Gladstone Cinemas, 71-77 Dawson Road, West Gladstone
The Rotary Club of Gladstone invites you to join them for this year's End Polio Now movie night fundraiser.

Featuring the movie "Linoleum"
 
03
Apr

Swimming Holiday Program

Location: Tannum Sands State School, Waratah Street, Tannum Sands
The Boyne Tannum Bullets Swim Club welcomes all children from the Boyne/Tannum area for our 4 days swimming program!

Bookings essential
 
05
Apr

Tropical Wednesday - Dress Up!

Location: Gladstone Region
Dress up your shop front competition.

It's Harbour Festival time again and we invite you to get into the Festival spirit by putting on your brightest tropical outfits and get ready to celebrate.
 
06
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
The 61st Gladstone Harbour Festival programme will be jam packed with fantastic free entertainment, thrilling rides and plenty of market stalls. 
 
07
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Music Campout

Location: Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre Inc
We’re holding our BOYNE VALLEY COUNTRY MUSIC CAMPOUT at the Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre in Ubobo Central Queensland on Friday 7th April to Sunday 9th April 2023.
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run (Fri 7 Apr)

Location: East Shores, Flinders Parade, Gladstone Central Qld
Registration is open for the 46th Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run.

Join Gladstone Road Runners at East Shores on Good Friday morning for a 3km or 10km Fun Run.

All ages and abilities are welcome.  
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival's Raft Regatta

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Ahoy Ahoy Ahoy!
The Raft Regatta is back in 2023
Proudly sponsored by Smit Lamnalco
Get your applications in now.
 
10
Apr

Easter Drop in Centre

Location: Slow Lane Cafe, Lifestyle Church, 83 Sun Valley Road, Kin Kora
In Gladstone and doing it tough this Easter? Drop in, hangout, have a chat, enjoy some free hot cross buns, pizza and chocolate.

10am-3pm Easter Monday
 
15
Apr

McCosker Gladstone Speedway: Opening Night

Location: 114 Jono Porter Drive, Benaraby Q 4680
GRAB YOUR TICKETS for the Grand Opening of the new McCosker Gladstone Speedway!

Come on down for a night of family fun and speedway action!
 
20
Apr

GCCI Industries In Focus Breakfast: ICT

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
You're invited to join us for our second Industries In Focus Breakfast of 2023 on Information + Communication Technology (ICT).

Connect with local businesses who operate in the ICT space.
 
21
Apr

Walking4Warriors Endurance Challenge

Location: Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Fund Raising supports Young Veterans CQ. On the 21st and 22nd of April 2023 we will stand together on the line in unity and respect honoring the Men and Women who may no longer be here to stand tall.
 
22
Apr

CQDRA Championships Round 1

Location: Benaraby Dragway, Jono Porter Drive, Benaraby
Gates open 8am - Qualify from 12pm - Fully catered hot food and bar open

Test and Tune Friday night - race ya mates!
 
22
Apr

Miriam Vale Rodeo

Location: Miriam Vale Show Grounds
Annual event - celebrating the 70th anniversary in 2023
Junior Rodeo starts 8am | Open Rodeo Starts 1pm

Gates open 6am
Strictly no BYO Alcohol and no dogs - thank you.
 
22
Apr

Pirtek Fishing Challenge (22-23 Apr)

Location: Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Australia’s biggest fishing competition returns for 2023 with new sponsors and our biggest prize pool ever.

Registrations open in January 2023.
 
25
Apr

ANZAC Day services across the region

Location: Gladstone Region
Residents are invited to commemorate ANZAC Day on Tuesday 25 April, with services being conducted across the Gladstone Region.
 
26
Apr

Gladstone Toastmasters

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Gladstone Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. New members and guests over 18 years of age are welcome to join our supportive, friendly and fun filled meetings.
 
27
Apr

GEA CQ Supply Chain Expo

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Expo is an opportunity for the industry supply chain to showcase their world-class products and services and prove why Central Queensland has long been known as the industrial powerhouse of Qld.
 
27
Apr

GEA Connecting Supplier's Luncheon

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Connecting Suppliers Luncheon provides you with the opportunity to hear first-hand from up to six guest speakers representing companies driving the renewable energy development in CQ.
 
28
Apr

Boyne Tannum Hook Up

Location: Bray Park
The Boyne Tannum HookUp is Australia’s Biggest Family Fishing Competition, with both adult and junior categories. This 3-day event is held in a beautiful location of the CQ Coast at Boyne Island.
 
29
Apr

ARTmatters: Twilight Markets

Location: ARTmatters, 3 Pitt Street, Gladstone
We are looking for fabulous stall holders and food Vendors to join us for another wonderful event.

Gold Coin Entry | Live Music | Licenced Bar
4pm-8pm
 
29
Apr

Gladstone MTB Expo Day

Location: Gladstone Mountain Bike Reserve, Koowin Drive, Gladstone
Come and Try coaching courses, self-guided tour, food/drinks.

All riders must have enclosed shoes and an approved mountain bike helmet

12pm-4pm
 
30
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Markets

Location: Kristen's Cottage, Pine Street, Builyan
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Boyne Valley to Builyan. Check out the markets, do some weekend shopping, grab a coffee and a snack at Kristen's Cottage.

Last Sunday of the month. 9am-12pm
 
05
May

Gladstone’s Biggest Networking Breakfast

Location: Yaralla Sports Club, Gladstone Qld 4680
Connect with local business leaders over a sit-down breakfast and hear from special guest speakers.

This event is open to GCCI members and non-members.
 
07
May

Run for a Cure (Bella The Brave)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Come and join us at Bella the Brave's inaugural running festival.

This family friendly event aims to cater for all ages and abilities with four distances to choose from: 2.5km, 5km, 10km
 
13
May

Calliope State High School P&C Cent Sale

Location: Calliope Community Centre
Save the date! Doors open at 11am, sale starts at 1pm with afternoon tea supplied

Bookings essential!
 
13
May

Ride 4 Lives - Suicide Awareness Ride

Location: Gladstone Region
Our annual Suicide Awareness Ride is a family-friendly event that promotes social connectedness. Choose your mode of transportation and join us for a weekend of fun and fellowship.

Register online
 
14
May

Mother’s Day Classic - Tannum Sands

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
The Mother’s Day Classic will be held at up to 70 locations nationwide on Sunday, 14 May.

Walk - 4km or 8km | Run - 4km or 8km
 
17
May

1770 Art Show

Location: Agnes Water Community Centre
The 1770ArtShow is a well recognised art event of the Wide Bay area and the Central Queensland Coast. Entries are now open - enter online.

ENTRIES CLOSE: FRIDAY APRIL 28, 2023 by 5pm
 
19
May

Gladstone Region 1770 Festival

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Every May, locals and visitors reflect on Cook’s legacy of exploration; his incredible cartography skills and documented observations of Country and First Peoples.

Free Entry
 
20
May

Ubobo Reloaded Trail Ride (21-22 May)

Location: Mount Hector Road, Ubobo
An event of the Australian Motorcyclist Assoc. held by the Curtis Coast Trail Riders Club.

Dates to be confirmed for 2023
 
25
May

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea (Thu 25 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
This May, Cancer Council Queensland is encouraging people across the state to gather their friends, family or workmates for a cup of tea and a bite to eat whilst raising money.

Pre-register online
 
25
May

GCCI 2023 Business Expo

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Over 40 local small businesses showcasing their products and services.
 
27
May

The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal Doorknock

Location: Gladstone Region
The Salvation Army will be collecting in the community, doorknocking in some locations and using online fundraising.
 
02
Jun

Rainbow on the Reef PRIDE Festival

Location: Gladstone Region
The Rainbow on the Reef Pride Festival is returning to Gladstone in 2023!

We are looking for volunteers, sponsors and businesses who would like to get be part of our 2023 Pride Festival!

2-10 Jun, 2023
 
24
Jun

Mt Larcom & District Show (Sat 24 & Sun 25 June)

Location: Mount Larcom Showgrounds
The Mt Larcom Show provides the community with unique friendly atmosphere providing entertainment with a distinctive country flavour.

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023
 
25
Jun

Mt Larcom & District Show (Sat 24 & Sun 25 June)

Location: Mount Larcom Showgrounds
The Mt Larcom Show provides the community with unique friendly atmosphere providing entertainment with a distinctive country flavour.

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June 2023
 
01
Jul

Run in the Sun - Hot Rod & Custom Car Show

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Hot Rods and Customs and American Muscle cars pre 78 ...plenty to see come along for the afternoon, there will be music, and the Clyde Hotel bar will be operating and food and coffee and ice cream van
 
08
Jul

Gladstone Show (Sat 8 July 2023)

Location: Gladstone Showground, Gladstone Central QLD
Planning is underway for the the 2023 Gladstone Show.

Date to be confirmed.
 
21
Jul

National Pyjama Day (Fri 21 Jul)

Location: Gladstone Region
National Pyjama Day is an annual event that aims to raise awareness and funds for The Pyjama Foundation's Love of Learning Program, which empowers children in care to reach their full potential.
 
29
Jul

The Great 'Rio Tinto' Yarwun Valley Rally (Sat 29 Jul)

Location: CQUniversity Gladstone Marina
Planning is underway for the 2023 event - Date has been set for 29th July 2023.

2022 theme: Healthy
 
29
Jul

Relay for Life 2023

Location: Gladstone Region
Please note that the Gladstone event will no longer be going ahead and will be joining forces with Rockhampton Relay For Life to make 2023 even bigger and better!
 
30
Jul

RACQ Capricorn Helicopter Rescue - Gladstone Community Open Day

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Come along to the Gladstone Community Open Day from 9:30am to 12pm on Sunday 30th July. The RACQ CapRescue helicopter will touch down in Gladstone, alongside other local Emergency Services.
 
12
Aug

Swap Meet & Car Boot Sale (Sat 12 August)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
An Annual Swap at Calliope Historical Village on the second Saturday in August. Organised by the Rotary Club of Gladstone.
 
19
Aug

Calliope River Village Music Festival

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Country and Local Artist Music Festival to be held at the Calliope River Historical Village.

Save the date!
 
20
Aug

Port to Park FunD Run

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Port City’s favourite fun run is back, with Gladstone Ports Corporation's (GPC) iconic community event - The Port to Park FunD Run.
 
21
Aug

Queensland Road Safety Week

Location: Gladstone Region
Everyone has a role in keeping our roads safe.
This year, we’re celebrating the many ways Queenslanders keep our roads safe every day.

Is there anything you can do to make the road more safely?
 
02
Sep

Music Festival: Spring in the Vale

Location: 1460 Fingerboard Road, Miriam Vale
Spring in the Vale is an all-ages and camping Music and Arts Festival held in Miriam Vale, near the iconic towns of Agnes Water/1770, Queensland, a 10 minute drive from the town of Miriam Vale.
 
08
Sep

Boyne Valley Showcase

Location: Nagoorin Qld
The Boyne Valley Showcase will be a weekend of exhibitions, displays, performances & local market stalls (local products only). Fri from noon (Official opening 6pm), Sat 9am-3pm, Sunday 9am-3pm
 
14
Sep

R U OK? Day

Location: Gladstone Region
14 September is R U OK? Day which is about inspiring everyone to ask that simple but important question, "Are you OK?" and start a conversation that could save a life.
 
15
Sep

Under the Trees

Location: 1 Jacaranda Drive, Boyne Island Qld 4680
Under the trees is a laid back music and art festival located 'under the trees' between the soccer fields and oval at Jacaranda Drive, Boyne Island.

Dates for 2023 to be confirmed.
 
16
Sep

Great Northern Clean Up

Location: Gladstone Region
The Great Northern Clean Up provides communities the flexibility to participate in local Clean Up events between August & October each year.

Register a clean up online
 
18
Sep

Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival

Location: Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 coast road, Baffle Creek QLD 4674
Join us for a week of fun, fishing & adventure at the 2023 Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival. Catch, Snap & Release Comp.

Follow us on Facebook for updates.
 
29
Sep

Calliope Rodeo & Specialty Events (Friday Night)

Location: 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
We are ALL FIRED UP here at Calliope. Looking forward to an amazing rodeo.

It's going to be HOT HOT HOT.

Gates Open 5pm Fri 29th and 1pm Sat 30th
 
30
Sep

Calliope Rodeo & Specialty Events (Saturday)

Location: 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
We are ALL FIRED UP here at Calliope. Looking forward to an amazing rodeo in September.

It's going to be HOT HOT HOT.

Gates Open 5pm Fri 29th and 1pm Sat 30th
 
07
Oct

Agnes Water Triathlon & Aquathon

Location: Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
The Agnes Water Triathlon is an annual not-for-profit local sporting event held in the beautiful town of Agnes Water, Queensland.

Dates for 2023 to be confirmed
 
07
Oct

Queensland Mental Health Week: Take time for mental health

Location: Gladstone Region
Raise awareness. Spread the word in-person or online about QMHW and help raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.
 
15
Oct

Colour Me Capricorn Gladstone

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Get ready to run, walk, dance or stroll your way along the garden path, creating clouds of colour in Gladstone at the most colourful fun run - Colour Me Capricorn Gladstone!
 
15
Oct

MACE Annual Show and Shine

Location: Rocky Glen Hotel Motel, Dawson Road, Gladstone Qld 4680
M.A.C.E chapter (Motorcyclists Advocating Child Empowerment) are holding a Car & Bike Show and Shine on 15 October to raise much needed funds for the Gladstone Hospitals Children’s Ward.

10am-2pm
 
16
Oct

Join the Aussie Backyard Bird Count from 16-22 Oct 2023

Location: Gladstone Region
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is held for one week each October as part of National Bird Week. 

This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 16-22 October 2023.
 
28
Oct

Lake Awoonga Adventure Race

Location: Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Do it for the thrill, do it for the fitness or just do it for the fun but don't miss your chance to ride, kayak and run through the beautiful surrounds of Lake Awoonga.

Registrations open 1 July 2023
 
10
Nov

Lowmead 3 Car Challenge

Location: Lowmead, Qld
The Lowmead 3 Car Challenge: annual event held the second week of November each year, currently in it's 14th year (2023). Teams of 3 winch trucks battle it out, testing 4x4 ability and teamwork.
 
18
Nov

Social Inclusion Week

Location: Gladstone Region
Social Inclusion Week (18-26 Nov) Connect, Collaborate & Celebrate
 
24
Nov

Calliope Community Christmas Carols

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Entry a Gold Coin donation which will give you a ticket in a gate prize.

Free sausage sizzle for Primary School students and younger.

Markets around the region

All upcoming events
 
26
Mar

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 26 Mar)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
26
Mar

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Mar 12 and 26)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
28
Mar

Bargain Shop at St Mark's Anglican Church

Location: St Mark's Anglican Church, Boyne Island
Come on down to the Community Bargain Shop... You won’t be disappointed!

Open 8am-11.30am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday's
 
01
Apr

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 1 Apr)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
09
Apr

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Apr 9, 23)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
16
Apr

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 16 Apr)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
23
Apr

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 23 Apr)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
29
Apr

ARTmatters: Twilight Markets

Location: ARTmatters, 3 Pitt Street, Gladstone
We are looking for fabulous stall holders and food Vendors to join us for another wonderful event.

Gold Coin Entry | Live Music | Licenced Bar
4pm-8pm
 
30
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Markets

Location: Kristen's Cottage, Pine Street, Builyan
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Boyne Valley to Builyan. Check out the markets, do some weekend shopping, grab a coffee and a snack at Kristen's Cottage.

Last Sunday of the month. 9am-12pm
 
06
May

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 6 May)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
14
May

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (14 May)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
14
May

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun May 14, 28)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
21
May

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 21 May)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
28
May

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 28 May)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
03
Jun

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 3 Jun)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
11
Jun

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Jun 11, 25)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
18
Jun

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 18 Jun)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm (It's On!)
 
25
Jun

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 25 Jun)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
01
Jul

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 1 Jul)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
09
Jul

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (9 Jul)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am - 12pm)
 
09
Jul

Discovery Coast Rotary Markets (Sun Jul 9, 23)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
16
Jul

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 16 Jul) Not held in July

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Please note: No July Markets in 2023

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
23
Jul

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 23 Jul)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
05
Aug

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 5 Aug)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
13
Aug

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Aug 13, 27)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
19
Aug

Calliope River Village Music Festival

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Country and Local Artist Music Festival to be held at the Calliope River Historical Village.

Save the date!
 
20
Aug

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 20 Aug)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
27
Aug

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 27 Aug)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
02
Sep

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 2 Sep)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
10
Sep

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (10 Sep)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
10
Sep

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Sep 10, 24)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
17
Sep

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 17 Sep)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
24
Sep

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 24 Sep)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
07
Oct

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 7 Oct)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
08
Oct

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Oct 8, 22)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
15
Oct

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 15 Oct)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
22
Oct

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 22 Oct)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
04
Nov

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 4 Nov)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
12
Nov

Discovery Coast Markets (Sun Nov 12, 26)

Location: Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm)
 
19
Nov

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 19 Nov)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm
 
26
Nov

Calliope Rotary Markets (Sun 26 Nov)

Location: Chapman Park, 3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Set up from 7am - Calliope Rodeo Grounds.

Our Markets are for everybody Canteen, Ice Cream Van, Music, huge area for Markets.

Monthly market held 4th Sunday
 
02
Dec

Beach Arts Music (BAM) Markets (Sat 2 Dec)

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Live entertainment, great food and a huge variety of market stalls.

Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it.

Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.
 
10
Dec

Calliope River Historical Village Markets (10 Dec)

Location: Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets

Children Free, Adults $2 admission (7.30am-12pm)
 
17
Dec

Rotary Charity Markets (Sun 17 Dec)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.

7am - 12pm

Council Meetings

All upcoming events
 
04
Apr

General Meeting of Council (Tue 4 Apr)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
18
Apr

General Meeting of Council (Tue 18 Apr)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
02
May

General Meeting of Council (Tue 2 May)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
 
16
May

General Meeting of Council (Tue 16 May)

Location: Gladstone Regional Council
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

GECC Events

All upcoming events
 
17
Apr

Steve-O The Bucket List Tour

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Every idea on Steve-O’s Bucket List was so ill-advised, he never expected to go through with any of them.

Not for kids, or for the faint of heart.
 
18
Apr

Cosentino - Decennium

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Australia’s world-renowned entertainer and International Magician of the Year, Cosentino, is returning to perform his brand new, 90minute live show ‘Decennium'.

For audiences 5 years and older.
 
22
Apr

Celtic Illusion

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Even fans who have seen our previous shows won’t dare miss The Magic Returns tour that is set to raise the bar once again. This exhilarating production has broken barriers by fusing unparalleled art.
 
27
Apr

GEA CQ Supply Chain Expo

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Expo is an opportunity for the industry supply chain to showcase their world-class products and services and prove why Central Queensland has long been known as the industrial powerhouse of Qld.
 
27
Apr

GEA Connecting Supplier's Luncheon

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Connecting Suppliers Luncheon provides you with the opportunity to hear first-hand from up to six guest speakers representing companies driving the renewable energy development in CQ.
 
29
Apr

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Australia’s biggest comedy festival is hitting the road for a huge 25th year! Tickets on sale 9am, Wednesday 1 Feb!

Featuring the best and brightest of the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
 
30
Apr

Robertson Brothers 60's Variety TV Show

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Following their Sold Out National Tour in 2022, Australia's new 'Kings of Variety Television' are back in 2023 with a brand new show!
 
05
May

Mr Stink

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The team behind The Midnight Gang and The 13- 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses Live on Stage return with this touching, twisted and hilarious, and very smelly tale… hold on to your nose!
 
06
May

Lady Sings the Maroons

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Featuring the phenomenal voices of Jess Hitchcock, Irena Lysiuk and Marcus Corowa, the production visits Gladstone on Saturday 6 May for one show only!
 
13
May

Creedence Clearwater

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Creedence Clearwater Collective brings to the stage a six piece band – with a guest Saxophonist and a vocalist that emulates John Fogerty’s distinct vocals – to capture the unique CCR sound.
 
16
May

Tommy Emmanuel - Live in Concert

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Tommy brings the power and dynamism of a full band to his solo acoustic playing, with incredible charisma, stunning speed and dexterity and unerring command of melody.
 
19
May

Queensland Symphony Orchestra - Symphony Under the Stars: Love and Passion

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Date Claimer:

Queensland Symphony Orchestra returns to Gladstone for their annual Symphony Under the Stars concert.
 
20
May

Rebel Rebel | The Bowie Anthology

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Rebel Rebel | The Bowie Anthology is a captivating live concert recreating the iconic sound of David Bowie.

This is a concert that will have you cheering and wanting for more.

 
27
May

2023 Santos GLNG Mayor's Charity Ball

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

Sold Out
 
30
May

Morning Melodies presents A Hard Knock Life

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Celebrating his 42nd anniversary, Aria, Logie & Helpmann Award Winner Jonathon Welch AM pays tribute to the music & life of Harry Secombe.

Morning Tea 10am, Show Time 11am
 
13
Jun

Are we there yet?

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Join 8 year old Grace and her family on their adventurous and often funny expedition around Australia!

Recommended for ages 3-10.
 
24
Jun

The Spirit of Leonard Cohen

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Celebrate the music and life of Leonard Cohen when Jonathan Anstock and his soulful band perform some of Cohen’s most iconic songs.

3pm, Saturday 24 June, 2023
 
26
Jun

Dr Seuss's The Cat in the Hat Australia

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Young and old alike will delight in this faithful adaptation of a classic book come to life before our very eyes. Spoiler alert: Things run amuck, and quickly!

Show #1 10.30am - Show #2 1pm
 
28
Jul

World Science Festival

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
World Science Festival Queensland is back In 2023 with another spectacular science extravaganza!

This free action packed program for the whole family will include a range of science activities.
 
15
Aug

Morning Melodies presents By Request

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Songbird and improvised comedy queen Jenny Wynter (Funny Mummies) performs By Request, the “side-splitting cabaret” which is never the same show twice.

Morning Tea 10am, Show Time 11am
 
19
Aug

Roald Dahl The Twits

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits, live on stage in a visually spectacular, delightfully-disgusting, revoltingly-funny production for the whole family.

Show #1 - 10am, Show #2 - 2pm
 
09
Sep

Gladstone PopCon 2022

Location: Goondoon Street Entertainment Precinct
Planning is underway for the Gladstone Regions biggest pop culture event, PopCon, is back and this year, it's Hulk-sized!
 
09
Sep

The Beach Boys Experience

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Pick up some Good Vibrations at this unforgettable celebration dedicated to the music of The Beach Boys!

7:30pm, Saturday 9 September 2023
 
12
Sep

Luke Kidgell - Happy Hour

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
You've seen him on the internet, now it's time to see him in real life, this is not one to miss!

You've seen him on the internet, now it's time to see him in real life, this is not one to miss!
 
10
Oct

Morning Melodies presents Rocket Man!

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Come and experience the Elton John Experience, it will be a spectacular show from start to finish.

Morning tea from 10am, Show time 11am

GRAGM Events

All upcoming events
 
26
Mar

Exhibit With Us - 2024 Exhibition Season

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Ever dreamt of having an exhibition in a professional gallery space?

We are calling for 2024 Exhibition Season.

Applications Close: 31 May 2023
 
27
Mar

Exhibition: Curious Kombucha

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
A highly original exhibition that links artist Zela Bissett’s concerns for the health of our oceans, with a conviction that we can produce an environmentally friendly alternative to single-use plastic
 
27
Mar

Exhibition: Sailing Matters

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Sharing the stories of the inaugural Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race of 1949, we celebrate 75 years of welcoming the competitors over the finish line.

11 Mar - 15 Apr 2023
 
30
Mar

Exhibition: Our Priceless Past 2022 - On Tour

Location: Gladstone City Library
Immerse yourself in the stories of seven local Special Seniors. Selected students from Rosedale State School interviewed the Seniors and prepared their stories to celebrate Seniors Month in Queenslan
 
01
Apr

Exhibition: We Rise

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Mackay artist Shelley Engwirda examines the success and failures of the Women’s Movement in We Rise.

1 Apr - 20 May 2023
 
01
Apr

GRAGM: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Art Gallery & Museum.

Free
 
22
Apr

Exhibition: ANZAC Day 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
GRAGM are proud to present our annual ANZAC Day exhibition, commemorating the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.
 
25
Apr

Tuesday Art Play

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Bring your little one along with you to the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum and join experienced children's art tutor, for some hassle-free fun!

(Not held in school holidays.)
 
29
Apr

Exhibition: LOVE BiTES 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention exhibition showcasing artwork produced by students participating in this year’s Love Bites Program.

29 Apr - 27 May 2023
 
29
Apr

Saiki Children's Day 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
GRAGM offers local children a glimpse into the lives of their peers in Japan through a variety of hands-on craft activities for Saiki Children's Day.

29 Apr - 10 Jun
 
18
May

International Museum Day (18 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
Every year since 1977, ICOM has organised International Museum Day (IMD), which represents a unique moment for the international museum community.
 
03
Jun

Exhibition: Dancing on the Bruce

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Captain Creek artist Jennifer M Ryan's dramatic experience on the Bruce Highway affected her more than she could have predicted.

3 Jun - 8 Jul, 2023
 
03
Jun

Exhibition: Gladstone Embroiders Guild 40th Anniversary

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
A celebration of the Gladstone Embroiders Guild 40th Anniversary showcasing a wide range of embroidery.

3 Jun - 22 Jul 2023
 
03
Jun

NAIDOC Exhibition 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
An exhibition profiling the art of First Nations People, heritage works, local voices and memories, as well as images and cultural connections from the GRAGM collection.

3 Jun - 5 Aug 2023
 
17
Jun

Exhibition: Drawing: An explaration through contemporary practice

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
This exhibition will explore the relationship between drawing, the body, and the Central Queensland region.

17 Jun - 5 Aug, 2023
 
17
Jun

Exhibition: Mestiza/Mestizo

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Mestiza/Mestizo is an exhibition that acknowledges, interrogates, and celebrates the multifaceted nature of identity.

17 Jun - 5 Aug, 2023
 
19
Aug

Exhibition: Golding Showcase - Youth Art Exhibition

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
An annual display, and an initiative of the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum Society, supported by the late society patron, Mr Cyril Golding (1920 - 2012).

19 Aug - 30 Sep 2023
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.
 
03
Oct

The 48th Rio Tinto & QAL Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards 2023

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Art Awards are one of Queensland’s most prestigious regional art events and is eagerly anticipated each year.

2023 will mark the 48th anniversary of The Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards.

Regional Libraries Events

All upcoming events
 
28
Mar

Craft Club

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Organised by Gladstone Regional Libraries, Craft Club is an arts and crafts based after school program aimed at young adults and pre-teens.

Free - no bookings required

3.30pm-4.30pm
 
28
Mar

StoryTime in the Park

Location: Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
We are taking our StoryTime sessions full of stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family out and about across the region.

Free - Bookings not required (10.30am-11.30am)
 
30
Mar

GameTime: D&D - The Great Library Campaign

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Calling all adventurers! Come and join the Great Library Campaign and try your luck and skills to explore new worlds and different dimensions.

For ages 12-18 years

Free events - Bookings required
 
31
Mar

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Location: Gladstone City Library
Does your library need a refresh? Head to the Friends of the Library Book Sale and pick up some bargains!

Hosted by our Friends of the Library volunteers.

9am-4pm, Fri 31 Mar | 9am-3pm, Sat 1 Apr
 
31
Mar

StoryTime - Boyne Island

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family.

10.30am, Fridays (held weekly during school terms)

Free. Bookings not required.
 
01
Apr

MovieTime - Saturday Sessions

Location: Boyne Tannum Community Centre
Join us for a movie and a relaxing Saturday chill in the library.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

FREE - bookings not required
 
01
Apr

Regional Libraries: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Libraries.

Free events - Bookings required.
 
04
Apr

MovieTime - Movies at Agnes Water Library (Tuesdays)

Location: Agnes Water Library
Join us for a movie at the Agnes Water Library.

FREE - bookings required (12.45pm start)
 
17
Apr

MakerTime Workshop

Location: Miriam Vale Library
From garden to gift, or just trying your hand at something new. Join us as we explore and try a wide range of workshops and activities.

Bookings Required
 
17
Apr

PlayTime at the Precinct

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Join us for a morning of games, laughter and play for children ages 6 months to 5 years at PlayTime at the Precinct!

Bookings not required. Held fornightly during the school terms.
 
20
May

Harry Potter Family Fun Night

Location: Gladstone City Library
Greetings Potterheads! Come and celebrate all things Harry Potter with puzzles, games and craft.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

FREE - bookings not required
 
24
May

National Simultaneous Storytime (Wed 24 May)

Location: Gladstone Region
National Simultaneous Storytime is back for its 23rd year! Join us as we share another book with the nation.

For children five years and under.

Free - no bookings required
 
09
Sep

Gladstone PopCon 2022

Location: Goondoon Street Entertainment Precinct
Planning is underway for the Gladstone Regions biggest pop culture event, PopCon, is back and this year, it's Hulk-sized!
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.
 
01
Dec

Summer Reading Club

Location: Gladstone Region
Children need to practice reading everyday. Help your child retain their reading level over the school holidays and join the Summer Reading Club at your local library.

Tondoon Botanic Gardens Events

All upcoming events
 
26
Mar

LUMINOUS - Calling for Artists, Food Vendors and Stall Holders

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Gladstone Regional Council is calling for local artists & community groups to provide illuminated art installations or activities/workshops for Luminous 2023, food vendors and stall holders.

Apply now
 
01
Apr

Tondoon Botanic Gardens: School Holiday Program

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Bookings required - RSVP ASAP so you don't miss out.
 
14
Apr

Kids and Seeds

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Plant some seeds in a pot and take it home to watch them grow!

FREE - bookings not required (10am-11am)
 
03
May

Tondoon Tiny Tots (1st Wednesday of every month)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Bring your baby or toddlers for a free morning out at Tondoon Tiny Tots on the 1st Wednesday of every month. Not held in school holidays.

FREE - bookings not required (9am-12pm)
 
13
May

World Bonsai Day (13-14 May)

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
World Bonsai Day is celebrated every year on the second Saturday in May, with the aim of furthering the understanding and awareness of Bonsai worldwide.

Free - no bookings req

Sat 13 May and Sun 14 May
 
27
May

DIY Fertilister and Pest Control Recipes Workshop

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Let us show you how easy it is to create your own
fertiliser and pest control products with homemade
recipes.

Free - Bookings required
 
28
May

Composting Workshop

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Turn your garden waste into garden gold!

By composting at home you are diverting organic waste from landfill and creating an excellent soil improver for you.

Free - bookings required (8.30am-12:30pm)
 
04
Jun

Ecofest

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a family fun day out with educational workshops and activities, food trucks and market stalls.

Gold coin entry - Buses available
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.

GRC Community Events

All upcoming events
 
26
Mar

LUMINOUS - Calling for Artists, Food Vendors and Stall Holders

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Gladstone Regional Council is calling for local artists & community groups to provide illuminated art installations or activities/workshops for Luminous 2023, food vendors and stall holders.

Apply now
 
26
Mar

Sport and Active Living Expo - Expression of Interest

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
The annual Sport and Active Living Expo is aimed to encourage the Gladstone Region community to get involved in physical activity, healthy eating and healthy lifestyles.

EOI closes 5pm, Friday 28 Apr
 
27
Mar

Free First Aid and CPR courses

Location: Nagoorin Qld
Training will be held in Agnes Water, Nagoorin, Mount Larcom, Calliope and Baffle Creek.

All sessions are now fully booked.
 
01
Apr

All Venues: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
Explore the region, create a masterpiece or unleash your imagination in play.

The school holiday program is a collaborative program which features events and activities across all Council facilities
 
01
Apr

Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition

Location: Gladstone Region
Easter in Gladstone has something for everyone! Throughout the April School Holidays, Council is holding its first Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition.

Submissions open: Saturday, 1 April
 
06
Apr

Celebrate Easter in Gladstone

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Celebrate Easter in Gladstone and holiday at home this Easter long weekend. Enjoy an array of activities on offer, there is something for everyone. Easter in Gladstone – you’ll be glad you did!
 
06
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - B2G Village Opening Party

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This event provides the perfect opportunity for guests to kick-off the long weekend in style.

Free – no booking required
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Sounds @ the Village

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Bringing a stellar line up of unearthed performers along with headliner Shag Rock, Sounds @ The Village is programmed for 13-17 years.

Tickets on sale now.
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Yachtsman’s Long Lunch

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
This event has it all, amazing local seafood paired with award winning wines, keynote speakers, live music and a spectacular vantage point by the water.
 
08
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Seafood Festival

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This fun family day is a must for visitors and locals alike. With fresh and cooked seafood of all varieties available, live music, refreshments and activities for the kids.

Free - no bookings required
 
09
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Line Crossing Party 18+

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
An opportunity for competitors, supporters and the greater community to come together and celebrate the 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race..

Sunday 9 April, Free Entry (18+ event)
 
11
Apr

Youth Week (Apr 11-17)

Location: Gladstone Region
Youth Week celebrates young people aged 12-25 and the positive contributions they make to our communities. 

Discover new skills, attend events and have fun!
 
14
Apr

Moonlight Movies (Bunting Park, Calliope)

Location: Bunting Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!

Movie: Lightyear (PG Rating)

Free event, no bookings required. 6.30pm
 
12
May

Moonlight Movies (Discovery Centre, Ubobo)

Location: Ubobo Discovery Centre, Ubobo Qld 4680
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!

Movie: Blueback (PG Rating)

Free event, no bookings required. 6.30pm
 
19
May

Queensland Symphony Orchestra - Symphony Under the Stars: Love and Passion

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
Date Claimer:

Queensland Symphony Orchestra returns to Gladstone for their annual Symphony Under the Stars concert.
 
24
May

Giant Rat's Tail Grass Community Forum

Location: 3 Don Cameron Drive, Calliope QLD
Join Wayne Vogler, Principal Scientist, Biosecurity Qld Dept of Agriculture & Fisheries, for a community forum concluding a five year research project focused on the invasive species, Giant Rat’s Tail
 
27
May

2023 Santos GLNG Mayor's Charity Ball

Location: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

Sold Out
 
04
Jun

Ecofest

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a family fun day out with educational workshops and activities, food trucks and market stalls.

Gold coin entry - Buses available
 
02
Jul

NAIDOC Week (2-9 Jul)

Location: Gladstone Region
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held around the country each year to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
 
30
Jul

National Tree Day

Location: Cashin Park, Tannum Sands
National Tree Day is a call to action for all Australians to put their hands in the earth and give back to their community.

Connect with nature and our community.
 
09
Sep

Gladstone PopCon 2022

Location: Goondoon Street Entertainment Precinct
Planning is underway for the Gladstone Regions biggest pop culture event, PopCon, is back and this year, it's Hulk-sized!
 
16
Sep

Great Northern Clean Up

Location: Gladstone Region
The Great Northern Clean Up provides communities the flexibility to participate in local Clean Up events between August & October each year.

Register a clean up online
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.

Community Engagement Events

All upcoming events
 
28
Mar

Craft Club

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Organised by Gladstone Regional Libraries, Craft Club is an arts and crafts based after school program aimed at young adults and pre-teens.

Free - no bookings required

3.30pm-4.30pm
 
29
Mar

Neighbour Day

Location: Gladstone Region
Neighbour Day is your opportunity to celebrate your community and look out for each other. Check in with a neighbour to help build the community you want to live in.

Community BBQ Wed 29 Mar 2023.
 
11
Apr

Youth Week (Apr 11-17)

Location: Gladstone Region
Youth Week celebrates young people aged 12-25 and the positive contributions they make to our communities. 

Discover new skills, attend events and have fun!
 
17
Apr

PlayTime at the Precinct

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Join us for a morning of games, laughter and play for children ages 6 months to 5 years at PlayTime at the Precinct!

Bookings not required. Held fornightly during the school terms.
 
15
May

National Volunteer Week 15-21 May

Location: Gladstone Region
We want to identify and recognise the efforts and input of our Gladstone community volunteers. National Volunteers Week runs from 15-23 May 2023.

Nominations will be called closer to the date.
 
27
May

National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 Jun)

Location: Gladstone Region
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023, Be a Voice for Generations, encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives.
 
12
Jun

Men's Health Week (June 12-18)

Location: Gladstone Neighbourhood Centre
Men's Health Week is designed to provoke thought and discussion about what what needs to be done to improve male health.
 
15
Jun

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Location: Gladstone Region
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is commemorated each year on 15 June to highlight one of the worst manifestations of ageism and inequality in our society, elder abuse.
 
01
Aug

Free Tax Help appointments offered to eligible residents

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Our free and confidential Tax Help program operates from August to October to eligible Gladstone Region residents.

Bookings essential.
 
03
Aug

Dorrie Day Careers Expo

Location: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct
Dorrie Day is an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded organisations and businesses to come and connect with First Nations job seekers who aspire to work in your industry.

Free Shuttle Bus avail.
 
01
Oct

Seniors Month

Location: Gladstone Region
Connecting with one another has never been more important. That is why we are continuing to celebrate Seniors Month, 1- 31 October 2023.
 
07
Oct

Queensland Mental Health Week: Take time for mental health

Location: Gladstone Region
Raise awareness. Spread the word in-person or online about QMHW and help raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.

Easter in Gladstone

All upcoming events
 
27
Mar

Exhibition: Sailing Matters

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Sharing the stories of the inaugural Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race of 1949, we celebrate 75 years of welcoming the competitors over the finish line.

11 Mar - 15 Apr 2023
 
01
Apr

Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition

Location: Gladstone Region
Easter in Gladstone has something for everyone! Throughout the April School Holidays, Council is holding its first Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition.

Submissions open: Saturday, 1 April
 
05
Apr

Tropical Wednesday - Dress Up!

Location: Gladstone Region
Dress up your shop front competition.

It's Harbour Festival time again and we invite you to get into the Festival spirit by putting on your brightest tropical outfits and get ready to celebrate.
 
06
Apr

Celebrate Easter in Gladstone

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Celebrate Easter in Gladstone and holiday at home this Easter long weekend. Enjoy an array of activities on offer, there is something for everyone. Easter in Gladstone – you’ll be glad you did!
 
06
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - B2G Village Opening Party

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This event provides the perfect opportunity for guests to kick-off the long weekend in style.

Free – no booking required
 
06
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
The 61st Gladstone Harbour Festival programme will be jam packed with fantastic free entertainment, thrilling rides and plenty of market stalls. 
 
07
Apr

Boyne Valley Country Music Campout

Location: Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre Inc
We’re holding our BOYNE VALLEY COUNTRY MUSIC CAMPOUT at the Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre in Ubobo Central Queensland on Friday 7th April to Sunday 9th April 2023.
 
07
Apr

Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race Live Stream

Location: Gladstone Region
The live streaming of the 75th GPC Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is proudly brought to you by Gladstone Regional Council’s Easter in Gladstone.
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Sounds @ the Village

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Bringing a stellar line up of unearthed performers along with headliner Shag Rock, Sounds @ The Village is programmed for 13-17 years.

Tickets on sale now.
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Yachtsman’s Long Lunch

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
This event has it all, amazing local seafood paired with award winning wines, keynote speakers, live music and a spectacular vantage point by the water.
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run (Fri 7 Apr)

Location: East Shores, Flinders Parade, Gladstone Central Qld
Registration is open for the 46th Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run.

Join Gladstone Road Runners at East Shores on Good Friday morning for a 3km or 10km Fun Run.

All ages and abilities are welcome.  
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival's Raft Regatta

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Ahoy Ahoy Ahoy!
The Raft Regatta is back in 2023
Proudly sponsored by Smit Lamnalco
Get your applications in now.
 
08
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Seafood Festival

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This fun family day is a must for visitors and locals alike. With fresh and cooked seafood of all varieties available, live music, refreshments and activities for the kids.

Free - no bookings required
 
08
Apr

Live Music at Gladstone Yacht Club

Location: Gladstone Yacht Club
The Gladstone Yacht Club was designed to take full advantage of its exceptional location.

Make sure 'drinks & live music @ Yachties' is in your calendar.
 
09
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Line Crossing Party 18+

Location: O'Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, East Shores
An opportunity for competitors, supporters and the greater community to come together and celebrate the 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race..

Sunday 9 April, Free Entry (18+ event)
 
10
Apr

Easter Drop in Centre

Location: Slow Lane Cafe, Lifestyle Church, 83 Sun Valley Road, Kin Kora
In Gladstone and doing it tough this Easter? Drop in, hangout, have a chat, enjoy some free hot cross buns, pizza and chocolate.

10am-3pm Easter Monday
All upcoming events
 
01
Apr

All Venues: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
Explore the region, create a masterpiece or unleash your imagination in play.

The school holiday program is a collaborative program which features events and activities across all Council facilities
 
01
Apr

GRAGM: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Art Gallery & Museum.

Free
 
01
Apr

Regional Libraries: School Holiday Program

Location: Gladstone Region
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Regional Libraries.

Free events - Bookings required.
 
01
Apr

Tondoon Botanic Gardens: School Holiday Program

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
These holidays beat the boredom and explore, create and play at our Tondoon Botanic Gardens.

Bookings required - RSVP ASAP so you don't miss out.
 
03
Apr

Swimming Holiday Program

Location: Tannum Sands State School, Waratah Street, Tannum Sands
The Boyne Tannum Bullets Swim Club welcomes all children from the Boyne/Tannum area for our 4 days swimming program!

Bookings essential
 
06
Apr

Celebrate Easter in Gladstone

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Celebrate Easter in Gladstone and holiday at home this Easter long weekend. Enjoy an array of activities on offer, there is something for everyone. Easter in Gladstone – you’ll be glad you did!
 
06
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival

Location: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Marina Parkland A
The 61st Gladstone Harbour Festival programme will be jam packed with fantastic free entertainment, thrilling rides and plenty of market stalls. 
 
07
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Sounds @ the Village

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Bringing a stellar line up of unearthed performers along with headliner Shag Rock, Sounds @ The Village is programmed for 13-17 years.

Tickets on sale now.
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run (Fri 7 Apr)

Location: East Shores, Flinders Parade, Gladstone Central Qld
Registration is open for the 46th Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run.

Join Gladstone Road Runners at East Shores on Good Friday morning for a 3km or 10km Fun Run.

All ages and abilities are welcome.  
 
07
Apr

Gladstone Harbour Festival's Raft Regatta

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Ahoy Ahoy Ahoy!
The Raft Regatta is back in 2023
Proudly sponsored by Smit Lamnalco
Get your applications in now.
 
08
Apr

Easter in Gladstone - Seafood Festival

Location: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
This fun family day is a must for visitors and locals alike. With fresh and cooked seafood of all varieties available, live music, refreshments and activities for the kids.

Free - no bookings required
 
11
Apr

Youth Week (Apr 11-17)

Location: Gladstone Region
Youth Week celebrates young people aged 12-25 and the positive contributions they make to our communities. 

Discover new skills, attend events and have fun!
 
14
Apr

Kids and Seeds

Location: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Plant some seeds in a pot and take it home to watch them grow!

FREE - bookings not required (10am-11am)
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