picks
✦Wildflowering walk and draw at Kathleen McArthur Conservation Park
A guided outdoor session combining a nature walk through the conservation park with an informal drawing workshop. Designed for observers and creatives to document local flora in a quiet, natural setting.
✦Propagating Native Plants for Your Backyard
A hands-on workshop focused on the techniques required to propagate local native plant species, held at the dedicated Arts & Ecology Centre. Participants will learn practical botanical skills suitable for home gardening and environmental conservation.
✦Silent Film - The Great Train Robbery & other shorts
A screening of classic silent films at a historic theatre, offering an immersive look into the origins of cinema history.
✦THE BIG Beach Clean Up
A community-driven environmental initiative where volunteers gather to remove coastal debris, fostering connection and environmental stewardship.
✦Expressive drawing masterclass
A hands-on workshop designed to help participants explore expressive drawing techniques in a structured, creative environment at the regional gallery.
all events
Friday 11 Sep1
Big Love Festival
A community-focused boutique music and arts festival set in the hinterland, emphasizing intimate performances, workshops, and a collaborative, creative atmosphere.
Saturday 12 Sep4
Maleny Biennial Quilt Show
A curated display of local textile artistry and heritage quilt making techniques, offering a look into regional creative communities.
A Fair Day Out 2026
An inclusive festival celebrating creative expression and community spirit through arts, music, and local culture.
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Matinee)
A matinee performance of the community musical based on the Peanuts comic strip, perfect for a relaxed afternoon of theatre.
Sara Storer Worth Your Love Tour
An intimate acoustic-style performance by a celebrated Australian songwriter, perfect for those seeking thoughtful, narrative-driven folk/country music.
Sunday 13 Sep3
Southern Cross Soloists
An intimate performance by the Southern Cross Soloists, featuring high-caliber classical chamber music in a historic local setting.
Symphonic Horizons
A performance by the local symphony orchestra, providing an opportunity to experience orchestral music and cultural engagement within the community.
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Matinee)
A matinee performance of the community musical based on the Peanuts comic strip.
Ongoing7
CONTINUUM (TACA Members’ Exhibition)
A curated exhibition showcasing contemporary ceramic works from members of The Australian Ceramics Association, highlighting diverse techniques and artistic approaches.
AI Explained – Understand the Basics of Artificial Intelligence
A series of information sessions demystifying AI technology, how it works, and its role in modern society, designed for the curious general public.
Psychologically‑Informed Creative Wellbeing Experience
A 4-week series integrating psychological principles with creative practice to promote personal wellbeing and self-reflection in a group setting.
Bloom — Exhibition
A recurring exhibition exploring the intersection of local ecology and art through the lens of wildflowers. Ideal for those interested in botany, local environment, and creative displays.
Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2026 Finalists Exhibition
A high-profile exhibition showcasing the finalists of the prestigious National Art Prize, featuring diverse contemporary works from artists across Australia. It serves as a great space for quiet contemplation and observing current trends in the visual arts.
Sunshine Coast National Art Prize 2026 Finalists Exhibition
An exhibition showcasing the finalists of a national art prize, featuring diverse contemporary works from across Australia. This provides an opportunity to engage with high-caliber visual art in a focused gallery setting.
Catherine Dinkelmann — Be(longing) (Pop‑up artisan)
A pop-up artisan display featuring ceramic works by Catherine Dinkelmann, exploring themes of belonging and craftsmanship.