We have crafted a what’s on shortlist that contains the must-know events, activities and must-see attractions for you experience and mark on your to-do list for the upcoming months. From music, theatre and arts to sports, food and leisure activities, there’s so much to see and do in our area so be sure to check our list on a regular basis to stay up-to-date on all things trending in our local area.
Things to Do in Townsville
Your Event Guide For Townsville
What’s On Events
Check out our expertly curated local area events guide.
Subtropics Festival 2024
27 – 29 September 2024
We Invite you to a completely fresh 3 day Holiday Drum n Bass, Reggae, Dub, UKG, Dubstep, Hip-hop Australian Festival.
Toyota Cowboys vs Sea Eagles
Jim Jefferies
18 August 2024
Australia, get ready! Frontier Touring and More Talent are pleased to announce the live return of rock star comedian.
Tones And I
31 August – 1 September 2024
Multi-ARIA-Award winner Tones And I will bring her headline tour to Australia and New Zealand in August and September.
James Reyne
22 June 2024
James Reyne is dipping back into the Crawl File, hitting the road to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Australian Crawl’s first greatest hits collection.
The Shane Muspratt Cup
5 April 2024
The annual rugby league carnival for Under 12’s players, hosted by the Burdekin Roosters Junior Rugby League Football Club.
Townsville Pop Fest 2024
9 June 2024
Townsville Pop Fest fosters a sense of community among fans who share a passion for their favourite franchises
The Rubens
4 May 2024
The Rubens head back out on the road for their Black Balloon QLD tour presented by Ripple Effect, WME & Ivy League.
Townsville Expo
17 -19 May 2024
The highly anticipated Townsville Expo is making a grand return to Reid Park.
Bohemian Rhapsody
12 April 2024
Thomas Crane and his band of incredibly talented musicians not only bring the musical genius of Queen to life!
2024 NRL Harvey Norman All Stars
16 February 2024
The NRL Harvey Norman All Stars game is set to be played at Queensland Country Bank Stadium.
Castle Hill Trail Run
25 February 2024
This event, being early in the year, is designed to get people into trail running and utilize Townsville’s biggest icon
Creedence - North QLD Tour
26 January 2024
Creedence – The John Fogerty Show returns to South-East Qld, embarking on their Fortunate Son Tour.
Travelling Film Festival Townsville
10 – 12 November 2023
Experience extraordinary cinema when the Travelling Film Festival comes to Warrina Cineplex Townsville this November!
Marina Prior & David Hobson
15 December 2023
Two of Australia’s best known powerhouse legends of Musical Theatre and Opera, Marina Prior & David Hobson embark on their Encore Tour,‘The 2 Of Us’
Creedence Clearwater Collective
16 December 2023
Join us for a celebration of Creedence Clearwater Revival, as we walk-through the life and music of one of the world’s most iconic bands.
Townsville Marathon
9 September 2023
Join us for a fully supported & supportive 15 or 25km non-competitive trek across beautiful Magnetic Island!
Oktoberfest 2023
1 October 2023
Townsville Brewery Oktoberfest is North Queensland’s largest celebration of German culture!
Busby Marou
28 October 2023
The Australian duo is one of Blues and Roots’ greatest influences, and they’ve really been stealing the show the past few years that they’ve been active!
2023 Julie Munro & Co. Ladies Day
29 July 2023
Take your place in Townsville’s most fashionable social and sporting event of the year.
Breakfast with the Stars
8 August 2023
Enjoy a breakfast with jockeys, trainers and owners of the stars of the main event.
Cowboys Rugby Player Holding the Game
July – August 2023
Get ready for an action-packed thrill ride as the NRL calendar for July and August unveils a series of epic showdowns.
Supercars Championship 2023
7 – 9 July 2023
Repco Supercars Championship event in Townsville, where roaring engines and thrilling races await!
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys vs Newcastle Knights
22 Apr 2023
Backing up a break-out season in 2022, Todd Payten’s North Queensland Toyota Cowboys are hungry to go that step further in 2023 – this is one season not to be missed! Cheer on your Cowboys at their home ground, Queensland Country Bank Stadium during the 2023 NRL Telstra Premiership.
