The iconic Taste Port Douglas food festival is returning to the tropics this 11th – 14th August 2022, and we could not be any more excited! This wonderful event showcases some of Australia’s leading chefs and culinary extraordinaries and presents a jam-packed four-day program of vibrant food festivities and unforgettable… Read more
Tour of the Tropics – 3rd-10th July 2022
Tour of the Tropics gives athletes and cyclists the chance to explore the extraordinary landscapes of Tropical North Queensland in a fresh and invigorating way! From 3rd-10th July, an impressive range of track and social festivities will take place in one of Australia’s most beautiful tropical destinations. Races include a… Read more
Best Seafood Restaurants in Port Douglas
When you are holidaying in Port Douglas, within such close proximity to the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef, you can’t pass up the opportunity to indulge in some of the freshest and most delicious seafood on offer. There are so many divine restaurants where you can find your favourite… Read more
Iron Man – 12th June 2022
There’s no denying that the sensational landscapes surrounding Tropical North Queensland make for the ultimate Ironman destination. The Cairns Airport Ironman Asia-Pacific Championship has been a world-class event for a decade, and 2022 will be just as incredible. There’s still time to register into this epic race in paradise –… Read more
Cairns Airport Adventure Festival – 9th-12th June 2022
There’s no better place than Tropical North Queensland when it comes to athletic adventure amongst astonishing landscapes! The Cairns Airport Adventure attracts top-performing athletes to partake in a variety of heroic events. From gruelling Ironman series to scenic Quicksilver Reef Swims, this one-of-a-kind FNQ festival is bound to showcase some… Read more
Quicksilver Port Douglas Race Week – 24th-28th May 2022
Jump on board for a remarkable sailing event this May at one of Australia’s most pristine tropical locations, Port Douglas in Far North Queensland. Get involved in an array of fantastic events and set sail over the marvellous Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, Low Isles and Snapper Islands at Quicksilver’s… Read more
Carnivale – May 20th-22nd 2022
The party in paradise is back! Everyone in FNQ knows just how fabulous the Carnivale celebrations are from start to finish – there are a bunch of fun and exciting events that keep us coming back year after year. Carnivale is your opportunity to explore the wonders of Port Douglas… Read more
Hot & Steamy Festival – 24th Feb 2022
The fun and fabulous Hot & Steamy Festival returns to Port Douglas! Join in on the action for Far North Queensland’s greatest LGBTIQI+ festival this February. The Hot & Steamy festivities are an opportunity to soak up the paradise feeling and explore the unmatched landscapes of Tropical North Queensland. Plus,… Read more
Port Shorts Film Festival – October 2021
The Port Shorts Film Festival is a local favourite event here in Tropical North Queensland! This is an evening of showcasing new and exciting short films in Port Douglas and it’s all about sharing the art and ideas of creatives from across Australia and the globe. There is a seriously… Read more
Cairns to Port Douglas Trail Ultra Event – 21st-22nd August 2021
The Cairns to Port Douglas Trail Ultra is the perfect opportunity to chase adrenaline and adventure in Tropical North Queensland! This remarkable race event is designed to show off the astonishing natural beauty of Cairns, Port Douglas, and everywhere in between. If you have been dreaming of entering a trail… Read more