Celebrating culture and creativity — the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair showcases the rich traditions and contemporary voices of Australia’s first nations. CIAF is committed to strengthening and celebrating culture, creating professional development opportunities for artists, and cultural exchange between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and visitors.

7Cairns Marathon brings runners together for an unforgettable race in paradise. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, soaking in the atmosphere as a first-time participant, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something truly uplifting about this event. It brings people of all ages and abilities together with a shared spirit of determination and joy — and there’s no better backdrop than our stunning reef-to-rainforest landscapes.

Indulge in the Taste of Tropical North Queensland, our famous Food & Wine Festival is back once again this August with great food, wine, cocktails, live music and so much more! Get ready to sip, savour and celebrate the tropics as you taste your way through an enticing range of winemakers, distillers, brewers and producers, alongside food stalls showcasing FNQ’s stunning local produce.

Get ready to laugh out loud!  Celeste Barber is hitting the road with Backup Dancer, bringing her hilarious live show to regional Australia this August & September — don’t miss your chance to see the queen of comedy up close!

Cairns Festival is an annual 10-day celebration of art, culture and the beauty of living in Tropical North Queensland. The event delivers a vibrant, progressive and collaborative festival showcasing the rich cultural identity of Cairns, including the Reef Lights along the Esplanade and the Cairns Lagoon, the Grand Parade, a variety shows, entertainment and the Carnival on Collins markets.