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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!
Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition
Village Opening Party
Fun Run
Raft Regatta
Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race Live Stream
Yachtsman’s Long Lunch
Sounds @ The Village
Seafood Festival
Harbour Cruise Brunch
Line Crossing Party
Gladstone Harbour Festival
Live Music at Gladstone Yacht Club
Sailing Matters exhibition
Shuttle Bus
Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition
Easter in Gladstone has something for everyone! Throughout the April School Holidays, Council is holding its first Easter in Gladstone Photography Competition. We’re asking residents, visitors and hobbyists to capture and share their photographs with us from across our region for their chance to win big! More information.
- Submissions open: Saturday, 1 April
- Submissions close: midnight, Sunday, 16 April
- Voting opens: Monday, 17 April
- Voting closes: midnight Sunday, 30 April
- Winners will be announced: Wednesday, 3 May
- To submit entries and to cast your vote visit: https://conversations.gladstone.qld.gov.au
Village Opening Party
It is set to be the biggest Easter in Gladstone celebrations yet, as the Village plays host to the finish line celebrations for the historic running of the 75th Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race. Start the long weekend on the right note with our 80's Inspired Evening. With live music, food stalls, licensed bar and best dressed prizes, there is sure to be an amazing atmosphere. This family focused evening will be a fun way to launch the Easter Holiday festivities, so don't delay and rally your family and friends and join us!
When: Thursday, 6 April
Time: 5pm - 10pm
Where: B2G Village, O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Cost: Free – no booking required.
Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run
Join Gladstone Road Runners at East Shores Parklands on Good Friday morning for the 46th Gladstone Harbour Festival Fun Run. All ages and abilities are welcome. 3k and 10k courses available.
When: Friday, 7 April
Time: 7am – 10am
Where: Gladstone Ports Corporation’s East Shores Parklands
Cost: $20-$45
Website: Register online
Gladstone Harbour Festival's Raft Regatta
Ahoy Ahoy Ahoy! The Raft Regatta is back in 2023 Proudly sponsored by Smit Lamnalco Get your applications in now.
Get ready to build your rafts for the 2023 Raft Regatta, great prizes up for grabs so band together, build and battle!
When: Friday, 7 April
Time: Race starts at 9.30am, Rafts to be at the boat ramp by 8am, all team members to arrive by 8.30am for briefing (all competitors must attend).
Where: O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Website: http://gladstonefestival.com/harbourfestival/whats-on/great-raft-regatta
Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race Live Stream
It has never been easier to watch the start of Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race and follow the action as the yachts make their way to Gladstone. Whether you are on the water, standing on shore or watching the world leading live streaming of the Race you will not miss a second of the action. The live streaming is proudly brought to you by Gladstone Regional Council.
When: 10am, Friday 7 April
Cost: Free
Website: www.brisbanetogladstone.com/
Yachtsman’s Long Lunch
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, all while watching the Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race
When: Friday, 7 April
Time: 11am – 3pm
Where: B2G Village, O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Cost: $225pp
Sounds @ The Village
Bringing a stellar line up of unearthed performers, Sounds @ The Village is programmed for 13-17 years. Exclusively for the next generation of festival goers, Sounds aims to showcase both upcoming and new performers in a relaxed seaside setting. Don't miss headline act Shag Rock and Nana's Pie supported by local artists.
When: Friday, 7 April
Time: 5pm - 10pm
Where: B2G Village, O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Cost: $45-$60
Book online
Seafood Festival
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.
When: Saturday, 8 April
Time: 10am - 10pm
Where: B2G Village, O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Cost: Free
Harbour Cruise Brunch
Returning for its second year, this cruise provides guests with a unique vantage point of Gladstone, the festivities and the race. Enjoy getting out on the water for an intimate and informative tour over brunch. Beyond the harbour’s natural beauty and amazing ecosystem, the morning will provide those onboard with an opportunity to gain insights into some of the major industries that make Gladstone the economic powerhouse of Queensland.
When: Saturday 8 April
Time: 11am - 1pm
Where: Gladstone Yacht Club Boat Ramp
Cost: $65
Line Crossing Party 18+
An opportunity for competitors, supporters and the greater community to celebrate the 75th Gladstone Ports Corporation’s Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race. Whether it’s celebrating a win, reflecting on what might have been or simply catching up with friends for Easter, this event will be a night to remember. The mood will be set with live music on stage, multiple bars and take-away food stalls in operation throughout the celebrations.
This is the Easter party you can't miss!
When: Sunday, 9 April
Time: 10am - midnight
Where: B2G Village, O’Connell Wharf, Flinders Parade, Gladstone
Cost: Free
Gladstone Harbour Festival
The annual Gladstone Harbour Festival program will be jam packed with fantastic free entertainment, thrilling rides, all the fun of sideshow alley, free activities for the kids, hilarious novelty events, spectacular fireworks displays and much more!
When: Thursday 6 April - Sunday, 9 April
Where: Gladstone Marina, 98 Bryan Jordan Drive, Gladstone
Cost: Free
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gladstoneharbourfestival
Live Music at 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.
When: Saturday 8 April - Sunday, 9 April
Time: 3pm - late
Where: Gladstone Yacht Club, 1 Goondoon Street, Gladstone
Cost: Free
Website: www.gyc.com.au
Sailing Matters exhibition
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. This social history exhibition showcases a selection of historical images and memorabilia from the Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum collection and features items from Douglas Drouyn’s yacht Sea Tang, which sailed in the 1947 Sydney to Hobart Ocean Cruising Race.
When: Saturday 11 March – Saturday 15 April
Where: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
Cost: Free
Website: https://gragm.qld.gov.au/exhibitions/sailing-matters
Easter in Gladstone Accommodation and Flight Deals
Details found here: https://www.gladstoneregion.info/easter-in-gladstone/
