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Whether you're chasing fireworks in \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane\" aria-label=\"Brisbane\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E, racing carnival glamour in \u003Ca title=\"Tropical North Queensland\" aria-label=\"Tropical North Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b262357b935fbe730e1f8e-tropical-north-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETropical North Queensland\u003C/a\u003E or a bucket-list rodeo in the \u003Ca title=\"Outback Queensland\" aria-label=\"Outback Queensland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/outback-queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOutback\u003C/a\u003E, here's what's worth putting on your calendar this August.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJump to:\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#festival\"\u003EFestivals & Headliners\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#sport\"\u003ESporty & Active Adventures\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#familyfun\"\u003EFamily Fun & Local Favourites\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"#food\"\u003EFood Favourites\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EQueensland events in August: quick answers\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_539152899":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat are the biggest events in Queensland in August?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESome of the biggest events in Queensland in August include the \u003Ca title=\"Ekka Guide\" aria-label=\"Ekka Guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/ultimate-ekka-guide\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EEkka\u003C/a\u003E in \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane Guide\" aria-label=\"Brisbane Guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E, the \u003Ca title=\"Mount Isa Rodeo\" aria-label=\"Mount Isa Rodeo\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b263662cbcbe7073addb59-2026-mount-isa-mines-rodeo\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMount Isa Mines Rodeo\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Cairns festival\" aria-label=\"Cairns festival\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-60c9858123950f6f719d03fc-cairns-festival\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECairns Festival\u003C/a\u003E and the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6a2925ccac34ce0f74593e05-ladbrokes-cairns-super-carnival\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECairns Super Carnival\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EIs August a good time to visit Queensland?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYes. August delivers mild temperatures, low humidity across much of the state and a packed calendar of festivals, sporting events, food experiences and cultural celebrations.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere should I travel in Queensland in August?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Brisbane\" aria-label=\"Brisbane\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Cairns\" aria-label=\"Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ECairns\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Mount Isa\" aria-label=\"Mount Isa\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/outback-queensland/mount-isa\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMount Isa\u003C/a\u003E are among the best places to visit in August thanks to their major annual events.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat food festivals are on in Queensland in August?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Taste Festival\" aria-label=\"Taste Festival\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5d93e9ed39b0f1832f389265-taste-port-douglas-food--drink-festival\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETaste Port Douglas\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"The Curated Plate\" aria-label=\"The Curated Plate\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/food-and-drink/the-curated-plate-guide\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EThe Curated Plate\u003C/a\u003E are among Queensland's most popular food-focused events in August.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat are the best family events in Queensland in August?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca title=\"Ekka\" aria-label=\"Ekka\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/ultimate-ekka-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThe Ekka\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Great Barrier Reef\" aria-label=\"Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-68b790ca6753bfe309bb98bb-great-barrier-reef-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef Festival\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Pacific Airshow\" aria-label=\"Pacific Airshow\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6386863333f5f68876a6ea67-pacific-airshow-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPacific Airshow\u003C/a\u003E are popular family-friendly events.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhat sporting events happen in Queensland in August?\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca id=\"festival\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003ET\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-626b34131272e5242989676b-townsville-triathlon-and-multisport-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eownsville Triathlon Festival\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast Marathon\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast Marathon\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-6335306c62316a0e640ffc07-sunshine-coast-marathon-festival\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast Marathon Festival,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Airlie Beach Race Week\" aria-label=\"Airlie Beach Race Week\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b26418aeeeaaf773cf721a-airlie-beach-race-week-festival-of-sailing\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAirlie Beach Race Week\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Hamilton Island Race Week\" aria-label=\"Hamilton Island Race Week\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b26456d5f1565045da7af7-hamilton-island-race-week\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHamilton Island Race Week\u003C/a\u003E are major sporting highlights.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_2136552601":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EFestivals & Headliners\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop_494583986":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/all-queensland/blog-images/EKKA2014-672-8633.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/all-queensland/blog-images/EKKA2014-672-8633.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop_494583986.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464867560/ekka2014-672-8633.jpeg","uuid":"0fe3d79c-f7f2-480a-ac07-ca83b2dfb68b","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Ekka, Brisbane Showgrounds",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_307193789":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EEkka: 8th - 16th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you only attend one Queensland event this August, make it the \u003Ca title=\"Ekka Guide\" aria-label=\"Ekka Guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/ultimate-ekka-guide\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EEkka\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EQueensland's biggest annual event brings the country to the city with showbags, strawberry sundaes, woodchopping competitions, animal encounters, carnival rides and spectacular nightly entertainment. For generations of Queenslanders, a trip to the Ekka has been a winter tradition.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Families, food lovers, first-time visitors\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Half day to full day\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Adult, concession and family tickets available online\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Train to Exhibition Station or public transport via Bowen Hills and Fortitude Valley stations\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Weekdays and evenings for fireworks\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Strawberry Sundaes, Sideshow Alley, animal nursery and nightly fireworks\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1145136918":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ESurat Cobb & Co Festival: 14th - 16th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1717172136":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Surat and Yuleba, \u003Ca title=\"Queensland Country\" aria-label=\"Queensland Country\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-queensland-country\" target=\"_self\"\u003EQueensland Country\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E History lovers, families, road trippers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E One to three days\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Event-specific ticketing applies\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Drive Queensland Country\" aria-label=\"Drive Queensland Country\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/southern-queensland-country-road-trips\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESelf-drive through Queensland Country\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Trail rides and evening events\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Horse-drawn coach rides and long-table dinners under the stars\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A \u003Ca title=\"Queensland Country Road Trip\" aria-label=\"Queensland Country Road Trip\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/southern-queensland-country-road-trips\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eroad trip\u003C/a\u003E through \u003Ca title=\"Queensland Country\" aria-label=\"Queensland Country\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-queensland-country\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EQueensland Country.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_408684452":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EHervey Bay Whale Festival: 29 - 30 August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop_470333689":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/DJI_0936-large.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/fraser-coast/blog-images/DJI_0936-large.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop_470333689.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782460769054/dji-0936-large.jpeg","uuid":"3f4b9684-ac0d-4f31-a181-6ee72b466661","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Hervey Bay Whale Festival – Fraser Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1339563289":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Hervey Bay\" aria-label=\"Hervey Bay\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast/hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHervey Bay\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Families, wildlife lovers, nature enthusiasts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPublic holiday:\u003C/b\u003E No\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Festival activities vary between free and ticketed\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Drive or fly to \u003Ca title=\"Hervey Bay\" aria-label=\"Hervey Bay\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/fraser-coast/hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHervey Bay\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Whale Festival\" aria-label=\"Whale Festival\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea\" target=\"_self\"\u003EFestival weekend\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Whale Watching\" aria-label=\"Whale Watching\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/whale-watching-hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewhale watching season peak\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Paddle-out events, parades and whale-themed celebrations\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A \u003Ca title=\"Whale Watching\" aria-label=\"Whale Watching\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/whale-watching-hervey-bay\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewhale watching cruise\u003C/a\u003E in the world's first Whale Heritage Site.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1959273764":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EGympie Music Muster: 27th - 30th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/all-queensland/blog-images/20250828-Muster-LD-somefx-TravisCollins1016.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/all-queensland/blog-images/20250828-Muster-LD-somefx-TravisCollins1016.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464788719/20250828-muster-ld-somefx-traviscollins1016.jpeg","uuid":"1a370ad9-65cc-4bbd-8430-7cc08148afb4","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Gympie Muster, Gympie Region",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1121236469":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere: \u003C/b\u003EAmamoor State Forest, \u003Ca title=\"Gympie\" aria-label=\"Gympie\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da8aeeeaaf773cefbbb-gympie\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGympie Region\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Country music fans, campers, groups\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Two to four days\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Festival passes and camping options available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Drive from \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane\" aria-label=\"Brisbane\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Evening headline performances\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Camping, campfire sessions and major Australian country music acts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E Exploring the \u003Ca title=\"48 hours in Mary Valley\" aria-label=\"48 hours in Mary Valley\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/48-hours-in-mary-valley\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMary Valley or a road trip\u003C/a\u003E through the Sunshine Coast hinterland.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_2052071535":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EGreat Barrier Reef Festival: 31st July - 2nd August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1677699098":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Airlie Beach\" aria-label=\"Airlie Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/airlie-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAirlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Families, reef lovers, festival-goers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E One to three days\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Many free events plus some ticketed experiences\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly into \u003Ca title=\"Proserpine\" aria-label=\"Proserpine\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25da12cbcbe7073ad7028-proserpine\" target=\"_self\"\u003EProserpine\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca title=\"Hmilton Island Airport\" aria-label=\"Hmilton Island Airport\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b262612cbcbe7073adcc2d-great-barrier-reef-airport--hamilton-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHamilton Island Airport\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"sport\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Lantern Parade and evening festivities\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Reef-themed street parade, fireworks and Recyclable Regatta\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A Whitsundays sailing trip or visit to \u003Ca title=\"Whitehaven Beach\" aria-label=\"Whitehaven Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25dc07b935fbe730dc52c-whitehaven-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWhitehaven Beach\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1529052207":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003ESporty & Active Adventures\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1465055771":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ESunshine Coast Marathon Festival: 2 August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop_752722698":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/SC Marathon Highlights-37.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/sunshine-coast/blog-images/SC Marathon Highlights-37.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop_752722698.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464721080/sc-marathon-highlights-37.jpeg","uuid":"268d150c-1e66-4172-98bc-712d156efc72","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1947495742":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Alexandra Headland, \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Runners, active travellers, supporters\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Half day to weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Race entry required for participants\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Drive or shuttle services from across the \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race morning\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Coastal race views and festival atmosphere along the waterfront\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A wellness-focused \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast Holiday\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast Holiday\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/budget-sunshine-coast-holiday\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunshine Coast getaway.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_344708068":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EAirlie Beach Race Week: 6th - 13th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1925077853":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Airlie Beach\" aria-label=\"Airlie Beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/airlie-beach\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAirlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Sailing enthusiasts, spectators, groups\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Weekend to full week\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Spectator access is generally free\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly into \u003Ca title=\"airport\" aria-label=\"airport\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b260a62cbcbe7073adac05-whitsunday-coast-airport\" target=\"_self\"\u003EProserpine Airport\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race starts and waterfront celebrations\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Yacht racing and the social events program\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Whitsundays Island Hop\" aria-label=\"Whitsundays Island Hop\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/how-to-island-hop-the-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\"\u003EIsland hopping through the Whitsundays.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_360161705":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EMount Isa Mines Rodeo: 7th - 9th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_121415794":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/news-and-media/news-images/mtisa.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/news-and-media/news-images/mtisa.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b263662cbcbe7073addb59-2025-mount-isa-mines-rodeo","alt":"Group of men wearing cowboy hats preparing for the Mount Isa Rodeo.","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_121415794.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1747826948943/mtisa.jpeg","uuid":"5a7594e3-ad0b-4968-a131-923bfb3037c7","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Mount Isa Rodeo, Outback Queensland",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_560508599":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Buchanan Park, \u003Ca title=\"Mount Isa\" aria-label=\"Mount Isa\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/outback-queensland/mount-isa\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMount Isa\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Outback adventures, rodeo fans, bucket-list travellers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E One full day or entire weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Single day and weekend passes available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly into Mount Isa Airport or drive from regional Queensland centres\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Evening rodeo sessions\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Bull riding, Indigenous Rodeo Championships and live entertainment. As the Southern Hemisphere's largest rodeo, this iconic Outback Queensland event attracts competitors from across Australia.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1405187106":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EHistoric Leyburn Sprints: 15th - 16th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_2082442454":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Leyburn\" aria-label=\"Leyburn\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25f65d5f1565045da2510-leyburn\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ELeyburn\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Motorsport fans, families, classic car enthusiasts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Full day or weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Event tickets available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Self-drive from \u003Ca title=\"Toowoomba\" aria-label=\"Toowoomba\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/southern-queensland-country/toowoomba\" target=\"_self\"\u003EToowoomba\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca title=\"Warwick\" aria-label=\"Warwick\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25dae2880253d74c451b9-warwick\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWarwick\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca title=\"Brisbane\" aria-label=\"Brisbane\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/brisbane\" target=\"_self\"\u003EBrisbane\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race sessions throughout the weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Historic race cars and street circuit action\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E Exploring the \u003Ca title=\"Wine region\" aria-label=\"Wine region\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/things-to-do-on-a-weekend-in-stanthorpe\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESouthern Downs food and wine region.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1741882325":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EHamilton Island Race Week: 15th - 22nd August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_814543367":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/editorial-hero-banner/2018_WYS_HamltonIslandRaceWeek_ParticipationEvents_SaltyDingo_141191.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/the-whitsundays/blog-imges/editorial-hero-banner/2018_WYS_HamltonIslandRaceWeek_ParticipationEvents_SaltyDingo_141191.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-56b26456d5f1565045da7af7-hamilton-island-race-week","alt":"sailboats race through blue waters of The Whitsundays","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_814543367.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1747827582808/2018-wys-hamltonislandraceweek-participationevents-saltydingo-141191.jpeg","uuid":"1f9c5616-4260-4283-8d47-8142db310b95","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Hamilton Island Race Week , The Whitsundays",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_860825974":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Hamilton Island\" aria-label=\"Hamilton Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/hamilton-island\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHamilton Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Sailing fans, luxury travellers, groups\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Three to seven days\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Spectator access available; accommodation booking recommended well in advance\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Direct flights to \u003Ca title=\"Hamilton Island Airport\" aria-label=\"Hamilton Island Airport\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/information-services/p-56b262612cbcbe7073adcc2d-great-barrier-reef-airport--hamilton-island\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EHamilton Island Airport\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race week celebrations and waterfront events\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Australia's largest offshore keelboat regatta\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A \u003Ca title=\"Luxury whitsundays escape\" aria-label=\"Luxury whitsundays escape\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/luxury-escape-to-hamilton-island-holiday-guide\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Eluxury Whitsundays island escape.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_243812780":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ETownsville Triathlon and Multisport Festival: 22nd - 23rd August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_980541302":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_TownsvilleTriathlon_ParticipationEvents.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2024_TSV_TownsvilleTriathlon_ParticipationEvents.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-626b34131272e5242989676b-townsville-triathlon-and-multisport-festival","alt":"Runner high-fives a crew member as she crosses the finish line of Townsville Triathlon","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_980541302.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464683392/2024-tsv-townsvilletriathlon-participationevents.jpeg","uuid":"2380ff61-820e-4502-bfd5-5c60fa7c36c2","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Townsville Triathlon and Multisport Festival",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1149922381":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E The Strand, \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Athletes, active travellers, supporters\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Weekend\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Race entry required for competitors\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly or drive to \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race day\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"familyfun\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E One of Australia's fastest and flattest triathlon courses\u003C/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A \u003Ca title=\"Tropical North Queensland Holiday\" aria-label=\"Tropical North Queensland Holiday\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b262357b935fbe730e1f8e-tropical-north-queensland\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ETropical North Queensland holiday\u003C/a\u003E including Magnetic Island.\u003C/li\u003E\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_112724623":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EFamily Fun & Local Favourites\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_603206481":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EMcDonald's Townsville Running Festival: 2nd August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_349675617":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E The Strand, \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Runners, families, fitness enthusiasts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Half day to weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Race entry required for participants\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly or drive to \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race morning\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Coastal views overlooking \u003Ca title=\"Magnetic Island\" aria-label=\"Magnetic Island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A day trip to Magnetic Island.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_1179339257":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EPacific Airshow: 14–16 August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop_728523317":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/END07243.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/END07243.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop_728523317.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464650834/end07243.jpeg","uuid":"e2a30176-6544-459a-b8bf-9aaa75372cfb","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Pacific Airshow, Gold Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_263392309":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Surfers paradise\" aria-label=\"Surfers paradise\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/surfers-paradise\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESurfers Paradise Beach, Gold Coast\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Families, aviation enthusiasts, photographers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Pacific Airshow\" aria-label=\"Pacific Airshow\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events/pacific-airshow\" target=\"_self\"\u003EHalf day to full day\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Free beach viewing plus premium ticketed experiences\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Light rail, public transport and park-and-ride services recommended\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Mid-afternoon through headline flying displays\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Pacific Airshow guide\" aria-label=\"Pacific Airshow guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/sports-events/pacific-airshow\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMilitary aircraft displays\u003C/a\u003E, aerobatics and beachside festival atmosphere\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A Gold Coast holiday including \u003Ca title=\"Theme Parks\" aria-label=\"Theme Parks\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/theme-parks/gold-coast-theme-park-guide\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Etheme parks,\u003C/a\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Beaches\" aria-label=\"Beaches\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/beaches/best-beaches-gold-coast\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ebeaches\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Gold Coast Hinterland\" aria-label=\"Gold Coast Hinterland\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/gold-coast/gold-coast-hinterland\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003Ehinterland adventures.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_738754924":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ENorth Queensland Elite Rodeo: 14th – 15th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_967527172":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Hervey Range, near \u003Ca title=\"Townsville\" aria-label=\"Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Rodeo fans, families, Outback culture enthusiasts\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Evening or full weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Event tickets available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Self-drive from Townsville\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Night sessions\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Elite rodeo action and live entertainment\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"21 best things to do on magnetic\" aria-label=\"21 best things to do on magnetic\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/things-to-do-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EExploring Townsville and Magnetic Island.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_670942484":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ESealink Magnetic Island Race Week: 27th August - 2nd September\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1995310662_cop_1346999075":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/SMIRW24 - RaceDay4-29.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/SMIRW24 - RaceDay4-29.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5a794ac06604279a0a0b7c38-hervey-bay-whale-festival--city-and-sea-celebrations","alt":"Paddle Out for Whales event during Hervey Bay Whale Festival","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1995310662_cop_1346999075.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464618309/smirw24---raceday4-29.jpeg","uuid":"865e1e1a-4fb2-4c94-b669-1512e27e9fa3","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Sealink Magnetic Island Race Week",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_202243193":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Sailing fans, social groups, island holidaymakers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Three to seven days\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Spectator access available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Race days and evening entertainment\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Competitive sailing combined with live music and island atmosphere\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E A stay on \u003Ca title=\"21 things to do on magnetic island\" aria-label=\"21 things to do on magnetic island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/things-to-do-magnetic-island\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EMagnetic Island\u003C/a\u003E and exploration of the island's beaches, bays and walking trails.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_167015537":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ECapriCon (Rockhampton): 29th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Rockhampton Showgrounds\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Families, pop culture fans, cosplayers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Full day\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Day passes available\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly or drive to Rockhampton\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Cosplay competitions and headline events\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca id=\"food\"\u003E\u003C/a\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Medieval villages, fandom experiences and cosplay showcases\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E Discovering Rockhampton's heritage attractions and \u003Ca title=\"Capricorn Coast Beaches\" aria-label=\"Capricorn Coast Beaches\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECapricorn Coast beaches.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_266306018":{"text":"\u003Ch2\u003EFoodie Favourites \u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"headlinesColor":"#be4ffd","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_229006581_copy":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/Guests at the Port Douglas Long Lunch enjoying the outdoor lifestyle our town is famous for.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/gold-coast/blog-images/Guests at the Port Douglas Long Lunch enjoying the outdoor lifestyle our town is famous for.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5d93e9ed39b0f1832f389265-taste-port-douglas-food--drink-festival","alt":"Taste Port Douglas Food Festival held in August 2024","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_229006581_copy.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464566056/guests-at-the-port-douglas-long-lunch-enjoying-the-outdoor-lifestyle-our-town-is-famous-for.jpeg","uuid":"d664ae21-eaf0-49f2-a937-04b6dc1f54f5","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Taste Port Douglas Food Festival",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_875497991":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003ETaste Port Douglas: 6th - 9th August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E \u003Ca title=\"Port Douglas \" aria-label=\"Port Douglas \" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/things-to-do-port-douglas\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Foodies, couples, luxury travellers\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETime needed:\u003C/b\u003E Weekend\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETickets:\u003C/b\u003E Individual event tickets required\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGetting there:\u003C/b\u003E Fly into \u003Ca title=\"Cairns\" aria-label=\"Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECairns\u003C/a\u003E and drive north to \u003Ca title=\"Port Douglas\" aria-label=\"Port Douglas\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/port-douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest time to visit:\u003C/b\u003E Signature dining events and masterclasses\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDon't miss:\u003C/b\u003E Chef-led experiences, local produce and tropical dining events\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPair it with:\u003C/b\u003E Exploring the \u003Ca title=\"Great Barrier Reef\" aria-label=\"Great Barrier Reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"Daintree Rainforest\" aria-label=\"Daintree Rainforest\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/visit-the-daintree-rainforest\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDaintree Rainforest\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"editorial_descriptio_53587684":{"text":"\u003Ch3\u003EThe Curated Plate: 24th July - 2nd August\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_229006581":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_TastePortDouglas_FoodBeverageEvents_@tasteportdouglas.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2022_TNQ_TastePortDouglas_FoodBeverageEvents_@tasteportdouglas.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/events/p-5d93e9ed39b0f1832f389265-taste-port-douglas-food--drink-festival","alt":"Taste Port Douglas Food Festival | Great Barrier Reef events","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/news-and-articles/queensland-news/queensland-events-august/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_229006581.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1782464587495/2022-tnq-tasteportdouglas-foodbeverageevents--tasteportdouglas.jpeg","uuid":"0ac77806-d99c-4f11-a5f2-f61fb96adbf0","imageRatio":"actual","imageCropPosition":"center","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"The Curated Plate, Sunshine Coast",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2048591005":{"text":"\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWhere:\u003C/b\u003E Multiple venues across the \u003Ca title=\"Sunshine Coast\" aria-label=\"Sunshine Coast\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/sunshine-coast\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ESunshine Coast\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBest for:\u003C/b\u003E Food lovers, couples, culinary 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