Things to Do in Townsville

The Burdekin Junior Eisteddfod is held every year and features competitors in Contemporary Dance, Speech and Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Highland and Irish.

All of reality, as we can ever possibly know it, exists exclusively in our minds.

Armed with this knowledge, Arj sets out to answer some of life’s biggest questions: Why are we here? Are we alone in the universe? Why does it hurt when we pee?

You’ll laugh and you’ll learn, but you’ll never look at anything the same, once you enter… The Mind Field.

The Sweet Days Hot Nights Festival celebrates the essence of the Burdekin region, renowned as the Sugarcane Capital of Australia, by showcasing its people, produce and culture.

Townsville Pop Fest fosters a sense of community among fans who share a passion for their favourite franchises.

Iconic British rock band, Pink Floyd left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations with their ground-breaking soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics. 2025 marks the diamond anniversary of Pink Floyd’s inception, and to honour this milestone every era of Pink Floyd’s illustrious career will be celebrated in grand style in a brand new concert production by Adelaide’s own Echoes of Pink Floyd.

Embark on a mammoth 55-date run that will see Pete expansively tour the country in solo acoustic mode. 

Tasman Turtle’s Picnic Day is a free event, and the day will be jam-packed with family entertainment, free craft, and eco-friendly activities. Food, dessert and beverages will also be available to purchase on the day.

The Road Less Travelled to Townsville on his My Lyrical Life Tour celebrating 50 years in the music industry 

Townsville’s iconic Mountain Bike event is an individual challenge as well as a great social ride.

Riders start in the dreamy Paluma Village following a course that winds its way through lush World Heritage Rainforest, past the Paluma Dam, down into shady big timber and open cattle country and finish at the historic tin mining settlement of Hidden Valley. Take a dose of Paluma Push tropical riding to cure your southern winter blues.

Prepare to be captivated by North Queensland’s premier public art festival, as Townsville City Council proudly presents Ephemera 2025: Trace-less in Townsville-Gurambilbarra.

The Australian Festival of Chamber Music presents the finest musicians from around the world in a wonderfully unique and innovative nine-day program of 30 concerts set in the tropical winter warmth of Townsville-Gurambilbarra, North Queensland.

Enjoy the Landbrokes Townsville Cup in the Cluden Park.

North Queensland Elite Rodeo is Friday night & Saturday/Night has a full program of action packed Rodeo.

Sit back and enjoy a Winter Sail and explore the tropical waters around Magnetic Island.

Enjoy the season and get exicted with the Telstra Premiership 2025.

Showcasing the best of the Giru community, the Giru Show promises a day brimming with local exhibits, market stalls, food stalls, machinery displays and yard games.

Enjoy live entertainment, a lolly drop and a sugarcane competition. It’s the perfect day out for families and friends to enjoy.

A two-hour stage spectacular that captures the sounds and excitement of America’s country rock icons.

The Kings of Country Rock concert features all the timeless rock and roll classics that defined the Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival as 1970s superstars.

The Paluma Ultra is a 52km ultramarathon trail run race, that will challenge your physical and mental abilities as well as awaken your sense of adventure and indulge your inner child as you traverse a fun, technical and diverse course.

The Ultimate Showdown: Monster Energy PBR Grand Finals. This is it—the final, defining chapter of a year-long race for the Professional Bull Riders Australian Title.

From October to November, the Home Hill Harvest Festival celebrates the Burdekin’s agricultural industry and laid back lifestyle.

HSM Group has successfully delivered Beach 5s Australia New Zealand identity with its signature Beach 5s Summer of Football programs events since 2018 across QLD / NSW / New Zealand.