Any foodie worth their fork knows the Sunshine Coast dishes out some seriously good food and drink. Our seafood is some of the best in Australia, our Hinterland a hub for award-winning farmers, and our makers some of the best in Australia. When it comes to food festivals and events, it’s little wonder we dish up some seriously good times. Hungry to know more? Time to tuck in!
GourMay Mary Valley
When: 1 May to 31 May, 2025
Festival Day, GourMay Mary Valley, Imbil
If you haven’t already hopped in the car and explored the Mary Valley, why not do it during their month-long food festival? The Mary Valley is known for its dairy and fields of golden pineapples, with the rich soils perfect for growing everything from macadamias to persimmons, edible bamboo, pumpkin and leafy greens.
This autumn, eat and drink your way around this stunning countryside destination at GourMay Mary Valley. Running (you guessed it) for the entirety of May, this event is a vibrant showcase of local makers and their produce. Expect to find a strong sense of community spirit here, with plenty of enticing foodie experiences like the Paddock to Plate Long Lunch, and Walking with Macademias event on offer. Ensure you save a spot in your calendar for Festival Day, which is packed with cooking demonstrations and competitions, or book your spot at the tantalising array of satellite events dotted across the region.
Noosa Eat and Drink Festival
When: 29 May to 2 June, 2025
Noosa Eat & Drink Festival, Noosa Heads Main Beach
Picture this: you’re hanging out at a buzzing Festival Village in the heart of Noosa, sipping drinks, and watching cooking demos on the culinary stage. A short stroll later, and you’re at the beach, building up an appetite for the next restaurant event on the agenda.
With four days of deliciousness on the menu, the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival promises a buffet of good times ahead. Taste your way from interactive masterclasses to long lunches that stretch the length of Hastings Street, before getting your groove on as DJs and other live performers take to the Festival Village stage.
Class things up at the Beachside Italian Long Lunch, presented by Ferrari Brisbane, which features a five-course share style meal crafted by the likes of renowned chefs Guy Grossi and Luca Ciano. Save us a bite of Nonna’s recipe tiramisu! You also can’t miss the Official Opening Party, presented by Chandon, where Noosa Main Beach transforms into a spectacular celebration of music, drinks, and continuous canapes. Tuck into the full list of signature events here.
The Curated Plate
When: 25 July to 3 August, 2025
Saltwater Eco Tours, The Curated Plate. Photo credit: Tourism & Events Queensland
The Curated Plate is BACK on 25 July for 10 glorious winter days of food and drink experiences celebrating Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry. This event is all about connecting people with places through food. Spanning from our sparkling coastline through to our Hinterland hills, the line-up of events will take you behind the farmgate to meet the farmers, hear their stories, and share their passion for fresh, local produce. Expect to learn more about the Sunshine Coast's makers, and fill your cup at our local brewers and distillers (we are Australia’s Craft Beer Capital after all)!
While you’ll want to keep The Curated Plate’s mouthwatering signature events in mind, don’t miss the chance to check out the impeccable range of smaller, boutique dining encounters on offer. Stay tuned for when the full program drops soon.
