Events

Everyone loves events! The atmosphere, the competition, the like minded people all coming together to celebrate and have fun! Look no further than the Sunshine Coast because there are a wide variety of community, national and international events that visit the region each year.

There is also plenty of action within the education sector with frequent career and study events happening all of the time.

Take a look at the event calendar here and start popping some dates into your diaries… you’ll never be bored again!

Sea N Sound Festival

Sat 9 June @ -

The Sunshine Coast will once again be celebrating the region, its culture and its diversity as artists including Paul Kelly, Kingswood, Harts and the Pierce Brothers come together for this year’s Sea N Sound Festival to celebrate the local coastal…

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International Education and Training Summit

Thu 28 June @ -

Building on the success of the inaugural 2017 IET Summit, the 2018 IET Summit will explore the theme ‘Delivering on Diversity’. Queensland represents diversity in all its forms — from our study offerings to student profiles and study locations. For…

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Open Cockpit Weekend

Sat 7 July - Sun 8 July @ -

Queensland Air Museum opens in a carnival atmosphere for its Open Cockpit Weekend. There will be more than 20 historic aircraft cockpits open to the public including F-111, Mirage Jet, DC-3 and more. See the huge air-side display, engine runs…

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Tertiary Studies Expo

Sat 21 July - Sun 22 July @ -

The 37th annual Tertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO), Australia’s largest tertiary studies expo, offers a unique opportunity for anyone interested in starting, changing or upgrading their career! Featuring many local, interstate and overseas education providers, student services and support agencies. Don’t miss…

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Sunshine Coast Daily Careers expo

Tue 24 July

The 16th annual Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo is the region’s most comprehensive careers, employment and training expo that offers visitors the latest information on tertiary studies, further training, hands on demonstrations and employment opportunities. The event offers a unique opportunity…

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7 Sunshine Coast Marathon

Fri 17 August - Sun 19 August

The 7 Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Running Festival is one of the most-loved running festivals in Australia. Blue skies, low humidity and mild temperatures combined with a flat course always enable fast times. The road race follows the stunning coastline of Alexandra…

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Caloundra Music Festival

Fri 28 September - Mon 1 October

For some great music, good vibes and an awesome location, head to the annual Caloundra Music Festival. Some of the artist you can catch busting some tunes are – Bird of Tokyo, John Butler Trio, The Living End, The Temper…

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TAFE Queensland Open Day – Mooloolaba

Fri 12 October @ -

Take a tour of the campuses and speak with the amazing teachers and staff to discuss the range of courses to help you make an informed decision about your career.

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