Celebrate our migratory shorebirds with two family friendly festivals.

Discover a peaceful bushland escape where stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife and family-friendly adventures await.

Finnegan the Fart Detective is heading to The Events Centre these September school holidays, inviting young audiences and their families to don silent disco headphones and dive into a hilariously immersive mystery where every sound is a clue.

Sunshine Coast Biosphere Awards winner Kerry Neill celebrates First Nations culture, storytelling and connection to Country in our Sunshine Coast Biosphere through TribalLink and Hope Dreaming Centre.

Sunshine Coast Council's Shine a Light on Racism campaign has been recognised with the Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award for its leadership in promoting inclusion, challenging racism and helping create a more welcoming community across the region.

Athletes from home and abroad are preparing to hit the course at a sold-out IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast this Sunday 13 September 2026.

Discover a unique hinterland walk where art, nature and wilderness combine to create an unforgettable adventure.

Celebrate culture, connection and belonging at the free Welcoming Week Community Picnic at Cotton Tree Park on 20 September, featuring food, music, storytelling and activities for all ages and backgrounds.

Entries are open for the Wild HeART Student Art Prize

Community photos sought for new museum exhibition

Spring has arrived on the Sunshine Coast and with it comes a packed calendar of events for every interest.

Sunshine Coast Open House is celebrating 10 years of showcasing the region's homes, buildings, gardens and community spaces. Returning from 16-25 October 2026, the free festival will open the doors to inspiring and rarely seen places, exploring the theme of sustainable, inclusive design and design excellence.

Explore a challenging circuit walk that rewards visitors with scenic views, rainforest surrounds and a hidden waterfall.

Step onto the future of Mooloolaba, with the first section of terraced seawall now open.

Travellers passing through Sunshine Coast Airport can now enjoy a fresh new retail experience, with the opening of Relay marking the first new store delivered as part of the airport's $170 million terminal redevelopment. The store offers a mix of travel essentials and showcases locally made Sunshine Coast products.

From 20 to 25 October, six days of professional development, local talent showcases and an awards night round out ShowFest 2026's eight-event program across the Sunshine Coast.

The region’s first Living Seawall, designed and created entirely by students, installed in Mooloolaba.

Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli presented a new, purpose-built, storm damage response vehicle to the Coolum State Emergency Service (SES) Group during National SES Week.

Discover a peaceful 1.2km bushland loop featuring rainforest, wetlands and an elevated eco-boardwalk, offering an easy nature escape for walkers, families, cyclists and dogs on leash.

Sunshine Coast Lightning continues to make an impact both on and off the court, from inspiring the next generation of netballers through the Unitywater Lightning Cup, to strengthening its 2027 playing roster and bringing together some of Australia's most accomplished sportswomen for a special leadership event.