Short Stack, the pop-punk band from Budgewoi whose hair once touched heaven and hearts, are back. Playing their first shows since their sold-out capital city comeback tour, Short Stack will take on regional Australia for the first time in over a decade.

The fun pop-punk trio that never took things too seriously and always rioted with a ridiculous amount of energy, opening for The Veronicas, Simple Plan, and Good Charlotte,  are now armed with more powerful songs than hairspray, working their way around the country this October with support from Hevenshe.

These shows are not to be missed for new and old fans alike. Proving again the Stack is well and truly back.

In support of their new album announcement and release, Boy & Bear have announced a run of Australian Regional dates. Their first regional tour they have done in years.
In 2022, off the back of the ‘State of Flight’ single, Boy & Bear performed their first Australian headline tour in almost 3 years. They sold over 14,000 tickets. This was followed by second single ‘Just To Be Kind’ and performances to tens of thousands of people with Crowded House as well as being involved in a high-profile whisky campaign alongside Matthew McConaughey.

The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour will be tearing up the freeways of Australia to bring the best of the 2023 Festival to Cairns!
Expertly curated and lovingly presented, the Showcase will feature some of the Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter. Boasting a line-up of veteran favorites and some of the freshest emerging talents, this jam-packed night of pure entertainment will leave you sore from belly laughs.

28 October 2023

The original New York and Las Vegas hit Menopause The Musical® is coming to Cairns this October!

This sidesplitting musical parody set to classic tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles!

See what millions of women (and brave men) have been laughing about for 22 years.

5 December 2023

Proudly Presented by Huggies Nappy Pants The Wiggles WIGGLY BIG DAY OUT! Tour A spectacular live show for the whole family – at the CPAC Theatre.

The world’s most popular children’s entertainment group, The Wiggles! Are bringing their ARIA award winning live show back for their annual arena tour as they embark on their biggest & brightest show yet!

In true Wiggles tradition, our annual arena spectacular wouldn’t be complete without a special appearance from the man in red from the North Pole!

10 – 12 May 2024

For three days the Cairns Expo will showcase an extensive range of innovative products and services for lovers of adventure and the great outdoors including caravans, camper trailers, hybrids, 4x4s and accessories, camping gear, fishing equipment, boats, jet skis and holiday destinations.

The Expo also features a large Home Show event showcasing products and services for the home and outdoor living areas.

The event will also have an action packed program of family entertainment, and exciting prizes to be won.

With a truly spectacular destination, stunning course and electric atmosphere, you can see why the Cairns Airport IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship Cairns has earned the title of World’s Best IRONMAN in the 2022 Athlete Choice Awards. It’s a race where a world heritage-listed rainforest meets one of the natural wonders of the world – the Great Barrier Reef … no wonder it’s known as the ‘Race in Paradise’.

21 – 25 June 2024

After a booming third edition, NYX Festival returns as Australia’s up and coming underground arts, music and culture experience to hit the tropical paradise of North Queensland on 21-25 June 2024.

Nestled amongst the picturesque utopian rivers, paper barks and eucalyptus forests, the 3 day experience is set on a remote 30,000 acre property in Ravenshoe nearby Cairns.

The ultimate location to reconnect with nature during perfect weather conditions over the winter solstice whilst dancing away under the millions of breathtakingly clear stars of the milky way…

The Cairns Marathon Festival is a must-do destination event in Australia for all running and lifestyle event enthusiasts. Event distances include the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and the 2km. Each road race will take in the best that Cairns has to offer. The event hub is a hive of activity hosting running clubs, corporate teams and sponsors. On-course and post-race entertainment in Fogarty Park are an integral element of the participant’s overall event experience.

Mark your calendars, Cairns Festival is back from 23 August to 1 September and it’s going to be a feast for the senses.

Last year, over 100,000 people attended an array of events, from the ever-popular Grand Parade and Carnival on Collins, to projections and immersive lighting installations and live music, as well as fireworks and art exhibitions.