Best of Folk and Blues at the Blue Mountains Music Festival
Festival Name: Blue Mountains Music FestivalDates: Takes place in March each year.Location: Katoomba, Blue Mountains, New South Wales, AustraliaFirst held in the 1990s this annual festival incorporates folk, roots, and blues music, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Mountains.The festival features over 40 acts with 100 music performances across multiple stages, cultural exhibitions, workshops,...
Sandford Bush Music Festival: Relaxed Fun in the Bush
Festival name: Sandford Bush Music FestivalWhere? Sandford Village is 5km South of Casterton in South Western Victoria, about five hours drive from Melbourne and six hours drive from AdelaideThis festival showcases bush music, folk, occasional gospel, Celtic, reggae, bluegrass, and Australian country music. It is a small, relaxed, friendly event held annually at Sandford Recreation Reserve on the...
Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering: Community Spirit On Show
Festival Name: Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music GatheringDates: Annually, Specific dates vary. Generally late February/early MarchLocation: Penola, South AustraliaThe Penola Coonawarra Acoustic Music Gathering celebrates the essence of folk and acoustic music. Set in the picturesque South Australian town of Penola, this festival is a harmonious blend of local culture, music, and community spirit. It showcases a diverse range...
Maleny Music Festival: A Weekend of Musical Magic in Queensland’s Hinterland
Festival Name: Maleny Music FestivalDates: Typically held over a weekend in September- lovely weather generally at this time of year in the region.Location: Maleny, Queensland, Australia.Multiple Stages & Concerts * Music Sessions * Open Mic Spots *Poets Breakfast * Workshops * Licensed Bars * Children’s Events *Kids 12 and under FREE * Delicious Food & Market Stalls *Street Entertainment * On Site Camping with Hot ShowersFounded in 2011 the Maleny Music Festival is a spirited...
Sydney Folk Festival: Bringing Folk to the Smoke with Style
Festival Name: Sydney Folk FestivalDates: Annually in AugustLocation: Surry Hills, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaFoundation Year: 2019The Sydney Folk Festival is a vibrant celebration of folk music, bringing together a range of genres under the broad umbrella of folk. From traditional to contemporary styles, it embodies the spirit of folk music in its most inclusive form. The festival showcases diverse folk...
Ryan Young: Sublime Mastery of the Scottish Fiddle
Kevin Parker- Festival AustraliaI have been blessed with a couple of opportunities to see Scottish Fiddler Ryan Young on his 2024 Australian tour. First at the Woodford Folk Festival (Dec 23/Jan 24) where he made his Australian debut, and then a few weeks later at the Illawarra Folk Festival (Jan 24). Simply brilliant!One of his gigs at the Illawarra...
Noosa Eat & Drink Festival: Culinary Excellence on the Sunshine Coast
Great food and wine galore at Noosa Eat and Drink FestivalFestival Name: Noosa Eat & Drink Festival Dates: Usually late May to early June. (May 30 to June 02, 2024) Location: Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia Foundation Year: More than 20 years agoThe Noosa Eat & Drink Festival is a celebration of culinary excellence, showcasing the unique flavors and...
Garma Festival: Australia’s Largest First Nation’s Gathering
Festival Name: Garma Festival Foundation Year: 1999Dates: Generally August each year. 2 August - 5 August 2024 Location: Northeast Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia"Hosted by the Yothu Yindi Foundation, Garma showcases traditional miny’tji (art), manikay (song), bunggul (dance) and story-telling, and is an important meeting point for the clans and families of the region. The Festival’s over-riding cultural mission...
Experience the Rich Aboriginal Heritage at Barunga Festival, NT
We attended Barunga Festival in 2012 and found it a deeply moving, entertaining and memorable experience. Recommended if you can make it. Ed Festival Australia Kevin ParkerFestival Name: Barunga Festival Foundation Year: 1978Dates: Annually over a long weekend in June Location: Barunga community, 80km southeast of Katherine, Northern TerritoryThe Barunga Festival is a vibrant celebration of Indigenous Australian...
Top Attractions and Hidden Gems in Alice Springs and Beyond
Alice Springs, located in the heart of Australia's Northern Territory, offers a unique blend of natural wonders and cultural experiences. Here are the top ten attractions in the vicinity of Alice and some a bit further down the road!Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise: Experience the stunning landscape of Alice Springs from above in a hot air balloon, especially...
