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Line the foreshore at Redcliffe Parade for prime viewing, or book a local boat charter to follow the fleet out for front-row thrills on the water.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPro tip: \u003C/b\u003ESecure a front row seat with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25dd07b935fbe730dc625-brisbane-whale-watching\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane Whale Watching\"\u003EBrisbane Whale Watching\u003C/a\u003E for the chance to get out on the water to watch the race’s action-packed first moments.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELocals tip: \u003C/b\u003EMake a day of it while you’re there and grab fish and chips by the jetty, wander the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b262c9aeeeaaf773cf616b-bee-gees-way\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Bee Gees Way\"\u003EBee Gees Way\u003C/a\u003E, cool off at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-68a51f6d45aa20046e285e14-settlement-cove-lagoon\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Settlement Cove Lagoon\"\u003ESettlement Cove Lagoon\u003C/a\u003E or roll along the waterfront cycle paths. Sea breeze, sunshine and serious sailing drama? That’s an Easter weekend sorted.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EThe Last Ship\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 9 April - 3 May 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: QPAC, South Bank, Brisbane\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDuration\u003C/b\u003E: 2hrs 30mins (including inteval)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets\u003C/b\u003E: From $199\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/The_Last_Ship.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/The_Last_Ship.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-61491b59fdca2bcb2fccfa73-tour-de-brisbane","alt":"The Last Ship performance by Sting ","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771394035747/the-last-ship.jpeg","uuid":"0c04fee0-5b74-4a02-b5c9-0228566d8a9d","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Last Ship, QPAC, South Bank, Brisbane ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_37437759":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EBig news for theatre lovers - \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68c76354c7e980027b64bee1-the-last-ship\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Last Ship\"\u003EThe Last Ship\u003C/a\u003E is sailing exclusively into Brisbane this April, and you won’t see it anywhere else in Australia. Written by and starring music legend Sting, this powerful, Tony-nominated musical brings soaring vocals, shipyard grit and heart-tugging storytelling to the brand-new Glasshouse Theatre at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25f702880253d74c47766-queensland-performing-arts-centre-qpac\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Queensland Performing Arts Centre\"\u003EQueensland Performing Arts Centre\u003C/a\u003E. It’s intimate, it’s electric and it’s one of those “you had to be there” moments - so don’t miss your chance to catch it live.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELocals tip:\u003C/b\u003E Make a night of it and explore \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane/fish-lane-food-guide\" target=\"_self\" title=\"best restaurents South Bank\"\u003Ethe best restaurants at South Bank\u003C/a\u003E before the curtain rises.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EOlafur Eliasson: Presence \u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 6 December 2025 – 12 July 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: GOMA in South Brisbane\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets\u003C/b\u003E: $33 adults, $14 kids, free for little ones under four\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_301252132":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/Olafur_Eliasson_Light.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/Olafur_Eliasson_Light.jpg","alt":"A woman looking at a artwork as part of Olafur Eliasson at GOMA, South Bank in Brisbane","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_301252132.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771394719346/olafur-eliasson-light.jpeg","uuid":"f6c64e73-ce07-4691-bacd-d1477160fbb1","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Olafur Eliasson / Your negotiable vulnerability seen from two perspectives (detail) 2025 / Courtesy: The artist; neugerriemschneider, Berlin; and Tanya Bonakdar Gallery, New York / © 2025 Olafur Eliasson / Photograph: Studio Olafur Eliasson",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2029193733":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EDive into a world where light bends and rainbows appear out of thin air. World-renowned artist \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/arts-and-culture/olafur-eliasson--presence-exhibition-at-goma\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Olafur GOMA\"\u003EOlafur Eliasson is turning GOMA\u003C/a\u003E into a playground for the senses, and trust us, it’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. A Brisbane exclusive and his first Aussie solo show in over a decade, \u003Ci\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68102659d8a9c803037d0b6d-olafur-eliasson-presence\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Olafur Presence\"\u003EPresence\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/i\u003E is the ultimate gallery escape. Get ready to see (and feel) art in a whole new way.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EBrisbane Cycling Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 16 March - 12 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: All across Brisbane \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EClip in, Brisbane - the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-66fb8c0f639a8cce2de5f19c-brisbane-cycling-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane Cycling Festival\"\u003EBrisbane Cycling Festival\u003C/a\u003E is back and the city’s swapping four wheels for two. From high-speed track racing to community rides and the iconic Tour de Brisbane, it’s all lycra, lung-burn and finish-line feels. Whether you’re chasing a PB or just here for the post-ride coffee, this is Brisbane in full pedal-powered flight.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ETour de Brisbane\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 12 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: A unique inner city ride with multiple Brisbane river crossings and the finish line on the iconic Story Bridge\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESaddle up for \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-61491b59fdca2bcb2fccfa73-tour-de-brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Tour de Brisbane\"\u003ETour de Brisbane\u003C/a\u003E, \u003C/b\u003Ethe biggest (110km) Sunday ride and your chance to cycle Brisbane’s streets completely traffic-free. Choose your distance, soak up the skyline views and roll across the Story Bridge with thousands of fellow riders chasing that finish-line feeling. Whether you’re in it for a podium push or a cruisy spin with mates, this is Brisbane at its most electric, and yes, the post-ride bragging rights are real.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Tour de Brisbane guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/endurance-events/tour-de-brisbane\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHere's everything you need to know about Tour de Brisbane.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EMinden 15th Live Music Festival \u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 17–19 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: Minden Retreat in the Lockyer Valley\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1842903123":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2024_BNE_MusicandFestivals_MindenMusicFestival.jpeg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/brisbane/blog-images/2024_BNE_MusicandFestivals_MindenMusicFestival.jpeg","alt":"Aerial of festival-goers at a live gig","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1842903123.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771398633901/2024-bne-musicandfestivals-mindenmusicfestival.jpeg","uuid":"e74afa98-edc7-46f1-a235-f75fea6a1f84","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Minden Music Festival, Lockyer Valley, Brisbane",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_694005775":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESwap muddy paddocks for dance floors - \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-631991216e5c5db82bb5be1c-minden-15th-live-music-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Minden Music Festival\"\u003EMinden Music Festival\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E flips the script on your typical music fest. Held indoors at Minden Retreat in the Lockyer Valley, this unique festival brings headline sets from premium tribute and cover bands, a buzzing dance floor and zero noise curfews. BYO snacks and drinks, settle in among the gum trees, and turn it into a mini escape. You can  swim in the saltwater pool, wander the dam at sunset and let live music (and a little \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-5ee2e90922cd7c7757e3e911-lockyer-valley\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Lockyer Valley\"\u003ELockyer Valley\u003C/a\u003E magic) do the rest.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELove a good live set? Discover more of the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/queenslands-best-music-festivals\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Best music festivals in Queensland\"\u003Ebest music festivals in Queensland\u003C/a\u003E and keep the good times rolling.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EBrisbane Comedy Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 24 April - 24 May 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: All over Brisbane (The \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/city/best-live-music-venues-in-brisbane\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Fortitude Music Hall\"\u003EFortitude Music Hall\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-66b068e739265e9a1ba87716-brisbane-powerhouse\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane Powerhouse\"\u003EBrisbane Powerhouse,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-6646b2b21625a41d1741e412-the-princess-theatre\"\u003EThe Princess Theatre\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-6646b0349cb69cb52c11f12e-the-tivoli\" target=\"_self\" title=\"The Tivoli\"\u003EThe Tivoli\u003C/a\u003E)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELineup\u003C/b\u003E: The Umbilical Brothers, Ting Lim, Josh Thomas and Celia Pacquola\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGet ready to laugh till it hurts - the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/editor/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/Brisbane%2520Comedy%2520Festival,\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Brisbane Comedy Club\"\u003EBrisbane Comedy Festival\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E is back for 2026, taking over the city for a full month of mouth-aching giggles across multiple venues. Expect big names, alongside international acts and rising stars. Whether it’s the riotous Opening Gala, side-splitting showcases or solo stand-up specials, this festival is your ticket to belly laughs, weird one-liners and comedy chaos from sundown to late night.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Brisbane Comedy Festival\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/arts-and-culture/brisbane-comedy-festival\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca id=\"goldcoast\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EHere's the guide to the best of Brisbane Comedy Festival.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere to eat: \u003C/b\u003EFeeling brave? Book a table at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-64d95d6378846e354c34139c-vertigo\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Vertigo\"\u003EVertigo\u003C/a\u003E and enjoy a sky-high dining experience on the edge of Brisbane Powerhouse. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1279713218":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EGold Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1886624742":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EAustralian Open Swimming Championships \u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 6 April - 8 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: Southport, Gold Coast\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EReady, set, splash. The \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68e4660a2055407d15c2ab40-australian-open\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Australian Open Swimming Championship\"\u003EAustralian Open Swimming Championships\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E dive into the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast\"\u003EGold Coast\u003C/a\u003E this April, bringing the nation’s fastest swimmers together for a week of record-chasing races and edge-of-your-seat finishes. Expect Olympic hopefuls, powerhouse performances and serious poolside energy as Australia’s elite battle it out for podium spots. It’s high stakes, high speed and the perfect excuse for a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/a-locals-guide-to-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast getaway\"\u003EGold Coast getaway\u003C/a\u003E with a side of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events\" target=\"_self\" title=\"world class sport\"\u003Eworld-class sport.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_536372870":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPho3nix Gold Coast Triathlon – Luke Harrop Memorial\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen: \u003C/b\u003E11 - 12 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere: \u003C/b\u003ESouthport's Broadwater Parklands \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1865868001":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/Gold Coast Triathlon.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/Gold Coast Triathlon.jpg","alt":"Pho3nix Gold Coast Triathlon, Gold Coast ","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1865868001.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771464859721/gold-coast-triathlon.jpeg","uuid":"f3bd3313-6033-4f9d-9b5f-4bfe0253e46d","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Pho3nix Gold Coast Triathlon, Gold Coast ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_330452148":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EGet your heart racing and your legs pumping at the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/endurance-events/pho3nix-gold-coast-triathlon-guide\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Pho3nix Gold Coast\"\u003EPho3nix Gold Coast Triathlon\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E, where Broadwater Parklands turns into triathlon central this April. From fast, flat Sprint and Enticer distances that double as the AusTriathlon National Sprint Champs to a fun kids tri the day before, there’s a challenge (and a finish-line high) for every athlete - rookie or seasoned. Swim, bike and run against a backdrop of sparkling water and sunny skies, then kick back on the waterfront and celebrate every personal best.  \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EGold Coast Film Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen: \u003C/b\u003E22 April - 3 May 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere: \u003C/b\u003EHome of the Arts (HOTA)\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1168745999":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/goldcoast_filmfest.jpeg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/events/goldcoast_filmfest.jpeg","alt":"Packed cinema at HOTA for the Gold Coast Film Festival ","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1168745999.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771465075109/goldcoast-filmfest.jpeg","uuid":"7ea1fe05-49b1-4f93-84f3-7ca9799d61b0","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Gold Coast Film Festival, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_739128818":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ELights, camera,\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/things-to-do-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Gold Coast\"\u003E Gold Coas\u003C/a\u003Et. The \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b2660ed5f1565045da9166-gold-coast-film-festival\" title=\"Gold Coast Film Festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGold Coast Film Festival\u003C/a\u003E rolls out the red carpet this April with beachside premieres, bold Aussie storytelling and star-studded screenings in some of the coast’s most iconic venues. From indie gems and industry panels to an outdoor cinema under the stars, it’s part cultural moment, part holiday flex - and the perfect excuse to swap streaming for the big screen.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EVon Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 26 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: Robina \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELace up and chase that runner’s high at the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/endurance-events/gold-coast-running-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Von Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival 2026\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EVon Bibra Gold Coast Running Festival 2026\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/a\u003E. With distances from 5km to half marathon (plus kids’ events for the little legends), it’s equal parts personal challenge and sunshine-soaked celebration. Run it hard or cruise it with mates - either way, that Gold Coast skyline makes every kilometre worth it.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_184921347":{"text":"\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEvents Coming in May\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"masonry_grid_article":{"layoutVariation":"standardWidth","notch":false,"clipTopPadding":false,"componentID":"masonry-grid-articles_1063546826","items":[{"title":"Your guide to the NRL Magic Round 2026 at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium ","description":null,"image":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/magic-round-brisbane_blockbuster-sporting-events.png","alt":"Brisbane NRL Magic Round","link":null,"quality":60.0},"tag":{"colour":"#ffc54d","text":"Event"},"link":{"href":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events/nrl-magic-round-","target":""},"pid":"_content_teq_au_en_things-to-do_events_sports-events_nrl-magic-round-","date":null,"experience":{"editorialContentType":["Event"],"pathToPurchase":["Planning"],"heroExperience":["Spectator Sports"],"subExperience":["Bars, Clubs and Nightlife","Sports Events"],"brand":["Body","Community"],"destination":["Brisbane"],"segment":[]}},{"title":"What’s on in Queensland this May","description":null,"image":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/2021_GC_BluesonBroadbeach_MusicEvent_JesseLindemann_144262.jpg","alt":"Performer on stage plays to crowd during Blues on Broadbeach, a free annual music festival on the Gold Coast | Queensland events May","link":null,"quality":60.0},"tag":{"colour":"#ffc54d","text":"Event"},"link":{"href":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-may","target":""},"pid":"_content_teq_au_en_plan-your-holiday_news-and-articles_queensland-news_queensland-events-may","date":null,"experience":{"editorialContentType":["Event"],"pathToPurchase":["Planning"],"heroExperience":["Arts and Culture Events","Food and Beverage Events","Participation Events","Spectator Sports"],"subExperience":["Endurance Sports","Sports Events","Wineries"],"brand":["Community","Heart","Body"],"destination":["All Queensland"],"segment":["HVT Travelling with children","HVT 18 - 49 travelling without children","HVT 50+ travelling without children"]}},{"title":"Get your groove on! 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Held at \u003Ca title=\"Discovery Resorts - Undara\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d7a2cbcbe7073ad6ca1-undara-experience\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscovery Resorts Undara\u003C/a\u003E, beside some of the oldest lava tube systems on earth, this is a truly unique Australian music experience featuring a range of local artists along with talent from across the country. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_603879928":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ECairns Rainforest Rumble\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen: 16 - 19 April 2026\u003Cbr\u003E\r\nWhere: Smithfield, Cairns\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6997bdc10c6bda2d39087a9c-cairns-rainforest-rumble\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Cairns Rainforest Rumble\"\u003ECairns Rainforest Rumble\u003C/a\u003E is not here to play nice. As the grand finale of the 2026 UCI Oceania Continental Series, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b260562880253d74c48acd-smithfield\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Smithfield\"\u003ESmithfield\u003C/a\u003E turns into a mud-splattered, \u003Ca id=\"outback\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Elung-busting showdown where Downhill and Cross Country riders chase last-chance UCI points before Europe calls. Expect slick rainforest roots, ruthless climbs and world-class talent throwing down on one of the planet’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/cycling/mountain-biking-cairns\" target=\"_self\" title=\"mountain bike stages\"\u003Emost respected mountain bike stages.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1400358162":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EOutback Queensland\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1196202475":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EOutback River Lights Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 17 - 19 April \u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: Set along the banks of the Warrego River in Cunnamulla, Queensland.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_893041766":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2023_OUT_Cunnamulla_OutbackRiverLIghtsFestival_ArtsCultureEvents_@qldmusictrails.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2023_OUT_Cunnamulla_OutbackRiverLIghtsFestival_ArtsCultureEvents_@qldmusictrails.jpg","alt":"Colourful lanterns light the sky during Outback River Lights Festival, Cunnamulla","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_893041766.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771475604773/2023-out-cunnamulla-outbackriverlightsfestival-artscultureevents--qldmusictrails.jpeg","uuid":"d73526c2-11d1-42d9-a2ee-afdd58d006c0","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Outback River Lights Festival, Cunnamulla. 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Get crafty in a lantern-making workshop, then join the lantern parade on the festival's final night, which ends with a lights show spectacular and a huge concert.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ERoma’s Easter in the Country Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen:\u003C/b\u003E 1–6 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere: \u003C/b\u003ERoma\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDust off your boots, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b2656baeeeaaf773cf82e9-romas-easter-in-the-country-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Roma's Easter in the Country\"\u003ERoma’s Easter in the Country 2026\u003C/a\u003E is bringing five days of rodeo thrills, country music and full-throttle outback fun to Queensland’s western heart. From bull rides and street parades to markets, camel rides and headline concerts under wide-open skies, this is \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/things-to-do-queensland-easter-weekend\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Easter guide things to do\"\u003EEaster\u003C/a\u003E with serious personality. Big hats, bigger hospitality and the kind of community spirit that makes you want to stay for “just one more night.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EQueensland Music Trail’s Outback Trail\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 24 April - 9 May 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: From Charleville to Mount Isa, this epic self-drive trail turns red dirt roads into front-row seats\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHeadliners\u003C/b\u003E: Kaylee Bell and country-rock powerhouses The Wolfe Brothers.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1655743926":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_QldMusicTrails_OutbackTrail_MusicEvents.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/outback-queensland/blog-images/2024_OUT_QldMusicTrails_OutbackTrail_MusicEvents.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6732dcaa5c4db3ad3c5be46c-the-outback-trail-2025","alt":"Band performs on stage during Queensland Music Trails - Outback Trail 2024","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1655743926.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1737555454211/2024-out-qldmusictrails-outbacktrail-musicevents.jpeg","uuid":"640266ea-8580-4001-9fa8-aa64775fefb8","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Queensland Music Trails, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_574592450":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESwap traffic lights for red dirt highways, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68ecd464ecfd6042187ab993-qld-music-trails--the-outback\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Music Trails\"\u003EQLD Music Trails: The Outback\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E is back for 2026, turning Queensland’s rugged heartland into Australia’s grandest stage. From Charleville to Mount Isa, this epic self-drive adventure blends live music, big-sky landscapes and the kind of country hospitality you can’t fake.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Queensland Music Trails guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/music-and-festivals/queensland-music-trails\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscover more about Queensland Music Trails here.\u003C/a\u003E Where will it take you next?\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EJulia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival \u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWhen: 17 - 19 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EWhere: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25e482880253d74c45dad-julia-creek\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Julia Creek\"\u003EJulia Creek\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGet ready to get dusty, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6209bd581f58bf50084b1162-julia-creek-dirt-n-dust-festival\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Julia Creek Dirt and Dust Festival\"\u003EJulia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival 2026\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E is one of Queensland’s most iconic \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/julia-creek-dirt-and-dust-outback-queensland-itinerary\" target=\"_self\" title=\"outback celebrations\"\u003Eoutback celebrations\u003C/a\u003E, where athletic grit meets tongue-in-cheek country fun. Held in the heart of Gulf country, the festival packs in everything from the legendary Dirt n Dust Marathon and bog snorkelling championships to cockroach races, novelty events and live music that keeps the party going well after \u003Ca id=\"sgb\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003Esunset. By day, it’s all red-dirt competition and community spirit; by night, it’s cold drinks, big skies and dancing under the stars. It’s quirky, it’s high-energy and it’s pure outback Queensland.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_679117267":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003ESouthern Great Barrier Reef\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_437845162":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ERockynats Car Festival\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhen\u003C/b\u003E: 17 - 19 April 2026\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere\u003C/b\u003E: Rockhampton\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_96337324":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2025_CAP_Rockhampton_Rockynats_SportsEvents_AshleighWilson.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2025_CAP_Rockhampton_Rockynats_SportsEvents_AshleighWilson.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-660b8bf0a9e9269e15c3ff65-rare-spares-rockynats-05","alt":"Red car does burnout around a corner during Rockynats event","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_96337324.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1737478486204/2025-cap-rockhampton-rockynats-sportsevents-ashleighwilson.jpeg","uuid":"b88f6084-3db9-4f26-9d89-dc09ac7d9a9e","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Rare Spares Rockynats 05, Rockhampton",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1017185576":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68245f8beac5cbc228938e54-rockynats-06\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Rockynats\"\u003ERockynats 06\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/b\u003E is Queensland’s biggest car and bike festival. A high-octane playground for petrolheads and weekend warriors alike. Over one loud, tyre-smoking weekend you’ll see street drags, burnout competitions, drifting demos and gleaming show-and-shine displays. Beyond the engines and exhaust there’s live music, food trucks, family-friendly zones and plenty of gear-head camaraderie. \u003Ca id=\"seasonal\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EWhether you’re there to cheer, compete or just soak up the horsepower spectacle, Rockynats delivers big thrills and bigger memories.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_24404424":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESeasonal Experiences: Harvest & Sunflower Season\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EApril isn’t just about festival stages and finish lines, it’s when regional Queensland turns into one giant, edible playground. Sunflower fields near Kalbar and across the Scenic Rim glow gold against bright blue skies (road trip camera roll: sorted), while farm gates swing open for peak harvest season. This is your cue to hit the highway, fill the esky and taste your way through Queensland at its most delicious.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#ff4eff","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1018763973":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ESunflower Season \u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1419589677":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/KalbarSunflowerFestival-Event_2025.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/southern-queensland-country/blog-images/KalbarSunflowerFestival-Event_2025.jpg","alt":"Two girls carry bunches of sunflowers at the farm gate of the Kalbar Sunflower Festival ","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-april/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1419589677.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1771477576256/kalbarsunflowerfestival-event-2025.jpeg","uuid":"05eb26b1-15d0-48dd-b9b6-e02250f9d54a","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Kalbar Sunflower Festival, Queensland Country",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_3611476":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESunflowers, fresh air, and endless golden views  — what more could you want? 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