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
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
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
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
Cairns Ironman 2021 – 6th June
The 2021 Cairns Ironman events are nearly here, and as locals, we can’t wait to show our support! The iconic triathlon and a range of fabulous events are set to take place on June 6th, including grueling yet gorgeous courses in Far North Queensland. The Cairns Ironman is phenomenal event… Read more
Carnivale Port Douglas 2021
After the event was sadly cancelled in 2020, Port Douglas is thrilled to welcome back one of the biggest parties of the year – Carnivale! Celebrate with us in May 2021 when the sparkly new and favourite past events are bought back to life in Tropical North Queensland. Some exciting… Read more
Ironman 2020 – Far North Queensland events
The spectacular coastline of Cairns and Far North Queensland has been named the Worlds Best Ironman location, and for great reason! This year on June 7th, athletes will endure an unbelievable 3.8km swim, 180km bike ride, and a 42.2km marathon in paradise. Entries are now open for the Cairns Ironman… Read more