Events

Sunday 27 April – Friday 2 May Adelaide Chaotic Metalcore crusaders Life Pilot bring their noisy, feedback laced riffs and wild antics across Australia in support of their Self Titled Album. Joined by local heavies – Strange Fiction, Rimmy Grasa + Ruination

Friday 2 May Nambour’s favourite underground venue is going all out for Girl Band Night—a one-night-only celebration of fierce, female-led acts shaking up the alt, punk, pop and rock scenes. The night kicks off with DJ Mish Mash spinning a nostalgic mix of throwback anthems to get the dancefloor humming. Then, make some noise for Hyena Smyle—a brand-new Sunshine Coast trio serving up punk-tinged alt-rock and infectious energy in their debut live show. Veratie hits next, bringing their genre-bending mix of alt-rock, nu-metal and synth-heavy soundscapes. Led by powerhouse vocalist Sarah, their set blends raw melodic vocals with rap, grit and grinding rhythm. Already sharing stages with Redhook, Devilskin and The Halo Effect, this band is ready to erupt. Local legends Pussy Jane follow up with glitter-punk chaos, sequins, keytar riffs and tongue-in-cheek glamour. They don’t just play music—they throw a full-blown glitter bomb party, and everyone’s invited. Capping off the chaos is Central Queensland juggernauts Viper Snatch. Fusing punk, grunge, folk and fire, they’ll leave you reeling with their sharp-tongued anthems and stage presence that hits like a thunderclap. DJ Sista C closes the night with retro bangers and big dancefloor energy, so save some sweat for the final set. […]

Saturday 3 – Monday 5 May The Sunshine Coast Hinterland is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, charming towns, and vibrant arts community. Saturday 3rd – Monday 5th May, 2025, this idyllic region will once again play host to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival, a celebration of words, stories, and creativity that draws writers, readers, and thinkers from across Australia. The three-day program will allow you to engage in a mix of genres including crime, fantasy, romance, memoir, screenwriting, poetry, and more, and will comprise of panel discussions, author talks and practical workshops. There will be a mix of special events and a number of free events, all scheduled to allow time for you to relax and explore.

Saturday 3 May Join us for this double feature of Phantom Femme Fatale and BESERK — exclusive to Horizon 2025. Phantom Femme Fatale A haunting performance-art-dance piece built around a hard-edged, and vampiric subversive, character who transgresses female subjugation with assassin-like stoicism. Choreographed and performed by Jenni Large, and defiantly exploiting physical prowess, this show pays homage to stigmatised displays of femininity – remixing movement, costume and sound in a confronting exposé of sex, horror and stigma. Not to be dismissed as a sexist figure of male fantasy, this show straddles the entanglement of sex and power with jaw-clenching effort and sly innuendo. BERSERK BERSERK is a movement-based performance inviting audiences to witness human bodies being pushed to the edge of transformation, shapeshifting and traversing surreal terrains, and embodying the primal and the absurd. Choreographed by Jag Popham, and brought to life by a dynamic ensemble, BERSERK delves deep into the mysterious forces that shape our shared mythology and somatic landscapes. With visceral movement, a pulsing soundscape, and ritualistic intensity, this is a celebration of the primordial forces that shape and consume us. This Australian premiere, by KIN, drags performers and audiences through shared threshold experiences, where time warps, thoughts fray, and focus sharpens. As agitation builds, rupture […]

Saturday 3 May We bringing it ‘Back to the Roots!’ With SOLUA returning to The Presynct ! Ready to groove the dancefloor with a night of roots music, world rhythms, uplifting storytelling, conscious lyrics, skanking reggae, pounding bass, hip-hop bars and sweet harmonies. A full night of roots music line up featuring: -Sunshine Coast’s emerging roots music artist Jarrah Kurth -A brand-new fresh reggae band The Rejuvinators -Afro Brazilian world music ambassadors SOLUA. Jarrah Kurth brings his love of roots music and acoustic guitar to life through his story telling and potent messages of love, connection and vulnerability. Usually known for playing drums for various artist on the Australian music scene he is now stepping out behind the drum kit and into the studio to deliver his own blend of authentic acoustic roots music. The Rejuvinators are Sunshine Coast’s freshest reggae band on the scene set out on reviving the old school sounds of early Jamaican pioneering genres such as rocksteady, ska, steppers and roots reggae. Raising the vibration with their vocal part harmonies, skanking guitars, one drop rhythm and laid-back driving bass, The Rejuvinators are very excited to present their premier debut performance. SOLUA is vibrant uplifting world music […]

Sunday 4 May Woombye Happy Days Festival is BACK in 2025! Get ready to dance, play, eat, and celebrate as the Woombye Happy Days Festival returns on Sunday, 4th May 2025! Pinball, Fairy Floss and Rock & Roll Dance competitions’ Live music all day, petting zoo, dance workshops, classic car display and so much more! Whether you’re a local or visiting for the day, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Save the date and stay tuned for more exciting updates. See you there!

Sunday 4 May Omac and JayUF are Bringing the Sunshine Coast one Dope night of raw Australian hip-hop and they’ve got some BIG support acts from near and far to join them! Come along, celebrate the culture, immerse yourself in the scene and Support local artists & business.

Thursday 8 May The return of Horizon Festival is an occasion worth celebrating, so come raise a glass to this iconic regional arts festival at QTouring’s ‘Gather Round’ — a hyper-local networking night for the arts. Presented by QTouring, Queensland’s statewide touring service, Gather Round: Horizon Festival is a casual evening of networking for artists, producers, and presenters from the Sunshine Coast and surrounds. Enjoy a round or two on us, as this laid-back evening drops the formalities to help foster relationships within the community, and spark conversations that drive projects forward. Afterwards, kick-on with us to experience some of Horizon Festival’s vibrant offerings.

Thursday 8 May Hold Me Closer Tony Danza – The Farm Hold Me Closer Tony Danza is bold, brash, and non-conforming dance-theatre work that – just like a pop song that you can’t get out of your head – is also deeply seductive. Reflecting a modern minefield of potential misrepresentations, ‘Tony’ confronts our awkward reality of responsibility through a choreography of discomfort, lack of coordination, inappropriate dynamics, and Elton John. The work asks the audience to pick a side, show their true colours, and get ready to dance-off as if their lives depend on it. In a world driven by information overload, Hold Me Closer Tony Danza asks how we can still connect with each other when we feel so far apart. This is a work about misunderstanding, and embracing it – it’s a realisation that perhaps our understanding of the world is intrinsically flawed. — Please note This performance is presented in a Black Box theatre and involves elements of performance, visual, audio and interactivity with dialogue in English. Audience members will be standing, with some seating available. Seating is not allocated. Limited refreshments are available as part of this event. The performance contains strobe lighting, partial nudity and smoke machines.

Friday 9 May Join Will Clift for Back to the Roots, a special hometown show featuring his full band and new music. Fresh off the release of his latest EP, produced in collaboration with Matt Corby, Will brings an intimate yet powerful performance you won’t want to miss. ️Tickets: Early bird: $15 + bf Pre-sale: $20 + bf Doors: $25

Saturday 10 May Local synth rockers Love Thrills are touring SEQ for the release of their new single DONE. Their bringing three piece trans punk band Queerbait, electro rocker DAMIEN as he tours his latest single ‘Hot days’ and alt folk due Blue Stockings. LOVE THRILLS is an all-queer rock outfit hailing from Gubbi Gubbi and Jinibara lands in Queensland. Their synth rock sound with punk undercurrents make their live shows brimming with raw energy and enthusiasm. ‘DONE’ is Love Thrills 4th single – an epic, fast paced, punk rock thriller that provides the perfect little ‘fuck you with middle fingers up’ package you can leave in your ex’s DM’s. Their third single MAGIC crept onto radio airwaves across the country in February. Their song SEXY MOTHAFUCKA, a sex-positive, body-positive, own-your-power anthem, with rowdy, rollicking pirate-like gang vocals, dropped late last year, and propelled the band into homes across the US with a viral vid shot on the verandah of their guitarists tiny home in the Aussie bush. QUEERBAIT is a Meanjin/Brisbane- based three-piece trans punk band. Their sound fuses a rebellious spirit with raw distorted energy for a provocative and electrifying garage punk experience. With a commitment to their […]

Sunday 11 May In a charismatic pairing, catch enigmatic live performers Elana Stone (NSW) and Xani (VIC) for a special double bill. Elana Stone is a double ARIA Award-winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for her band “All Our Exes Live In Texas” as well as performing regularly in Missy Higgins’ band. Xani is an electric violinist and vocalist who has performed with the likes of Clare Bowditch, Tim Rogers and Jens Lekman and took out the Best Musician Music Victoria Award in 2022. Elana Stone released her latest album “Married to the Sound” last year to critical acclaim, and Xani’s new album “Keep Moving” is out on April 23rd. You can expect quirky chit chat, honest stories, exceptional musicianship and a live music experience you will treasure.