Hinchinbrook Festival of Events

Hinchinbrook Festival of Events

Hinchinbrook comes ALIVE and welcomes you! – Come along and join in our celebrations!
From Nature to Neighbours – Beauty, Resilience, and a Warm Welcome – That’s the Hinchinbrook Way!

The Hinchinbrook Festival of Events, in its second year, brings together a series of community events, performances, arts and music, at various locations around the district, so come along and have a great time!

17 October 2026 – 26 November 2026

Ingham, Queensland

What’s On

**Markets at the Mosaic**
17 October 2026

**Maraka Gala Opening Night**
17 October 2026

**Lees Hotel Sunday Sessions**
18 October 2026

Rick Price
The Classic Hits Show
24 October 2026

**Ingham Uptown Markets**
24 October 2026

**Maraka Afternoon Tea**
25 October 2025

**Maraka Pet Parade & Fence Painting**
31 October 2026

**Herbert River Crushers Derby Day**
31 October 2026

**Maraka Street Parade**
31 October 2026

**Ingham Raintree Markets**
1 November 2026

Performing Arts:
Goldilocks Rocks
5 November 2026

**QCWA Long Pocket: Community BBQ**
7 November 2026

Herbert River RSL Club
Sunday Funday
8 November 2026

**Morning Melodies: The Sound of Julie by Suellen Cusack**
11 November 2026

Comedian: Joe Avati
The Good Old Days!
12 November 2026

**48th Hinchinbrook Art Awards**
13 November 2026

**NQIB Country Cups Challenge Qualifier – Hinchinbrook Cup Race Day (Family Event)**
14 November 2026

**Lees Hotel Trivia Night**
18 November 2026

**Christmas in Hinchinbrook – Late Night Shopping Event**
26 November 2026

Program

For the full program of events – CLICK HERE

Where You’ll Find Us!

The Hinchinbrook Shire:
You’re Next Holiday Destination

Exploring The Hinchinbrook Regions

There are heaps of fun things to see and do in the Hinchinbrook regions, that are ideal for the whole family to enjoy! The perfect excuse to make a weekend (or a sneaky holiday) in the surrounds of North Queensland’s own “little Italy”. From fishing and nature walks, swimming and camping, tours and birdwatching, to food, culture, art and history! Your only dilemma will be fitting it all in…
(Please Note: These are listed in no particular order)

For more information about our area, click HERE.

All data from below listings have been copied from www.hinchinbrookway.com.au

Things To See & Do?

Wallaman Falls
Jourama Falls
Lucinda Jetty
TYTO Wetlands and Parklands
Mercer Lane Mosaic
TYTO Regional Art Gallery
Hinchinbrook Shire Library
Halifax Military Museum
Mount Fox
Dungeness
Paluma
New Ingham Cemetery
Mungalla Aboriginal Tours
Markets at the Mosaic
Halifax
Victoria Plantation – Victoria Mill
Hinchinbrook, Orpheus & Palm Islands
Local Beaches – Forrest, Lucinda and Taylors Beach
Old Ingham Cemetery
Little Crystal Creek
Crackajack Sportfishing Adventures
Hinchinbrook’s Full On Fish’N Charters
Hinchinbrook Island (HI) Tours
Hinchinbrook Visitor Information Centre
Big Crystal Creek
Absolute North Charters
Epic North
Hinchinbrook Adventures
Halifax Museum
Mini Military Museum

Where To Eat?

JK’s Delicatessen
Lou’s Food Emporium
Espiago’s Foodland
Wild Local
Johnny’s Fish Bar
Forrest Beach Takeaway
Fiori With Love
Majestic Cafe
Alfresco Cafe
Brick’s And Penny’s
Mick’s Bread Kitchen
Bakehouse On Central
Hotel Hinchinbrook
Channel Inn Barr and Bistro
Lee’s Hotel
Herbert River Sub-Branch RSL Club
Ju Fu Chinese Restaurant
Forrest Beach Hotel
Lucinda Point Hotel Motel
Oasis Coffee Shop
Cloakey’s
Emmy’s Kitchen
Slipway Bar & Restaurant
Andy’s Roadhouse
Julie’s Pasta
Lucinda Store
Troy Kebabs

Places To Stay?

Tropixx Motel
Motel Ingham
Lucinda Point Hotel Motel
Lucinda Cove Resort
Lucinda Fishing Lodge
Hinchinbrook Resorts
Herbert Valley Motel
Lee’s Hotel
Hidden Valley Cabins
Vista Hinchinbrook
Forrest Beach Hotel Motel/Caravan Park
The Retreat @ Forrest Beach
Sans Souci Apartments
Station Hotel
Crystal Creek Caravan Park
Ingham Tourist Park
Taylors Beach Holiday Park
Big4 Lucinda Wanderers Holiday Park
TYTO Self Contained RV Park
Forrest Beach RV Park
Campervan & Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) RV Park
Mungalla Station RV Park
Cullen Guest House
Cloakey’s
Triple MMM Cottage
EPIC Lodge

Local Tourism Specials

Ingham Tourist Park

Caravan Site Deals:

Stay 4 nights – from $165.00

Weekly Special Rates:

$295.00 for 7 nights

For more information on Ingham Tourist Park, and/or to book your stay, click HERE.

Ingham Tourist Park
Address: 49450 Bruce Highway, Ingham QLD 4850
Contact: (07) 4776 2403

Hinchinbrook Island Tours

Discover the Beauty of Hinchinbrook Island with Local Experts

At Hinchinbrook Island Tours (Hi Tours), we’re passionate about showcasing the untouched beauty of Hinchinbrook Island and its surrounding waters. As a locally operated business, we provide eco-friendly boat tours that highlight the island’s stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural history.

For more information on Hinchinbrook Island Tours, and/or to book your tours, click HERE.

Hinchinbrook Island Tours
Address: Cardwell, QLD 4849
Contact: (07) 4755 9191

Lucinda Cove Resort

Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of pristine beaches and lush tropical landscapes, Lucinda Cove Resort offers a serene escape for those seeking relaxation and adventure alike.

Boasting a prime location, this 4-star retreat invites guests to unwind and enjoy all the area has to offer. Whether you’re seeking serenity, adventure, or simply a chance to reconnect with nature, Lucinda Cove Resort invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Far North Queensland.

Accommodation Deals

Stay Saturday night and Sunday night = Sunday is half price!
(Excluding school holidays and long weekends)

Competition Entries

For every night guests stay is 1 (one) entry into their Harley Giveaway!

Dine at Slipway Bar & Restaurant, and spend over $40.00 in 1 (one) transaction – is also 1 (one) entry into the draw!