MARY VALLEY ART FESTIVAL
Held in July each year this festival celebrates the art and artists of the Mary Valley region.
With a total prize pool of $10,000 the competition attracts artists from right across the Mary Valley region, bordering the Sunshine Coast.
This year the event will be held in the Imbil Public Hall and will run over four days, 24-27 July, with a glittering opening night celebration on Friday, and a People’s Choice Awards on Sunday.
The exhibition is open from 10am- 4pm daily from Thursday, 24 to Saturday, 26 July, and from 10am-3pm on Sunday, 27 July, and entry costs $5 per day.
The Opening Night celebration starts at 6pm at the Imbil Public Hall on Friday, 25 July, and costs $25.
The People’s Choice Awards will be held at 2.30pm on Sunday, 27 July.
HEART OF GOLD FESTIVAL
Every year, Gympie comes alive with film lovers from far and wide to celebrate short films that are uplifting, heartwarming, and inspirational during Queensland’s biggest short film festival, Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival.
Held over three days, the festival will take place between 10-12 October.
Heart of Gold carefully crafts short films from around the world that deeply resonate with all types of audiences.
The three-day program includes more than 20 sessions of shorts from all genres that best capture Heart of Gold’s vision to screen films that are heart-warming, thought-provoking, and entertaining.
Films can be edgy, they can be groundbreaking, and they can be downright hilarious – as long as they beat with a good, strong heart.
With films from renowned international festivals such as Cannes, Sundance, Berlinale and Venice, past winners of the Heart of Gold Best Short Film award include James Lucas and Mat Kirkby for The Phone Call (2014) and Lucy Gaffy for Dream Baby (2016), who went on to win an Academy Award and an AACTA respectively.
Head along for three immersive days of brilliant short films, live music, talks, workshops, panels, parties, and more at UniSC Gympie.
GYMPIE MUSIC MUSTER
The Gympie Music Muster is an iconic festival that brings together the best of Aussie country, blues, and rock music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Set against the picturesque backdrop of Amamoor Creek State Forest, the festival offers something for everyone.
Enjoy live performances from a diverse lineup of artists, see the bull riding action of the rodeo, explore various unique food and craft stalls, learn to line dance, plus more.
Offering a vibrant community spirit, free camping, caravan facilities, plus family-friendly activities, the Muster provides an authentic and immersive experience for all ages.
It’s not just about the music; it’s about creating lasting memories with loved ones and making new mates while enjoying the unique camaraderie that only the Muster can offer.
The Gympie Music Muster kicks off in earnest from Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 August; however, there is often a Pre-Muster Party that starts the weekend before onsite, and a Mary Street party in the weeks leading up.
