From the coolest cocktail bars to live music and night markets, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to hot summer nights. There’s something for everyone with plenty of entertainment for the whole family, date night or an evening with friends – so here’s to a good night!
Brouhaha Brewery, Maleny
Crack a cold one at one of our 26 craft breweries
The Sunshine Coast is Australia’s Craft Beer Capital, and many would argue there’s no better place to spend a hot summer night than at one of our 26 craft breweries. Not sure where to start? We recommend cooling down with a beachside brew at Moffat Beach Brewery and BlackFlag Mooloolaba, and heading to the hills for a sundowner at Brouhaha Brewery or Eumundi Brewery.
Mooloolaba Pavilion
Cool down at these cocktail and wine bars
Nothing says ‘summer’ like a refreshing spritz, and the Sunshine Coast is home to several cool cocktail lounges and wine bars worth your time. For a buzzing 1920s art deco vibe, head to Boston Shaker Bar at The Wharf Mooloolaba before soaking up the water views at The Dock. On Mooloolaba Esplanade, catch the sunset at Pier 33 Mooloolaba, before choosing from a specialty selection of whisky and tequila at WAT Den. If you're in the mood for a vino, Mooloolaba's Casita Wine Bar offers a taste of the Mediterranean, while further north, Atelier Wine Bar in Noosa offers rare and premium wines by the glass.
Dance the night away to live music
No summer session is complete without live music, and you’ll find plenty of venues across the Sunshine Coast have acoustic tunes setting the scene. For a night to remember, make sure to check out The Imperial Eumundi and Solbar in Maroochydore who frequently host live music. And for some of Australia’s top talent, check out The Station Sunshine Coast for all things entertainment.
Fire twirler at Eumundi Markets
Shop up a storm at our night markets
The Sunshine Coast’s market trail continues after hours over summer with some of the region’s biggest and best opening their doors at twilight. Make sure to check out the Caloundra Twilight Markets on the foreshore at Bulcock Beach, Marcoola Night Markets for a relaxed night of good food and live music, Mooloolaba Sunset Markets on the esplanade and Currimundi Lake Twilight Markets for a true local vibe. In the heart of Maroochydore's new CBD, you'll also find the Maroochydore Moonlight Markets on the first and third Saturday of the month.
Sunset cruise in the Mooloolah river with Coastal Cruises
Take a sunset cruise
Summer sunsets are worth savouring, especially when you're on the water. Saltwater Eco Tours offer a sunset cruise with live music on board their beautifully-restored timber sailing vessel – Spray of the Coral Coast - on the Mooloolah River canals in Mooloolaba. While in town, also check out Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba who offer sunset and seafood cruises. Further north, the M.V Catalina Noosa takes you out on the pristine Noosa River for a night of cocktails and dancing.
Snorkelling at Old Woman Island / Mudjimba Island with Sunreef
See marine life after hours on a night dive
Ever wanted to go for a late-night dip? With Sunreef Mooloolaba you can! The experienced team hold night dives at some of the Sunshine Coast’s best marine hot-spots, including local reefs and the ex-HMAS Brisbane scuttled off the Mooloolaba coast. See our marine animals as you have never seen them before as the team provide you with an ultraviolet light. Expect to see octopus, eel, lobster, crayfish and turtles who come alive in the night time.
