Looking for what’s on in the Toowoomba Region? From Toowoomba to Crows Nest, Cooyar to Yarraman, Clifton to Millmerran, the events calendar is packed across the region.
This week you will find flower festivals, live concert performances, country charm, horse racing, sunset sessions, and more.
Events
We have your weekend plans sorted with our jam-packed weekly calendar of events. There’s something there for the whole family – from the region’s premier events, to all things cool, quirky and entertaining. Get your plans sorted now!
Symphony Under the Stars | Friday 4 October | Queens Park Amphitheatre, Toowoomba
Celebrate the Toowoomba Carnival of Flower’s 75th birthday at this open-air concert. Situated in the iconic Queens Park and featuring the full Queensland Symphony Orchestra, this live performance is not to be missed. Gather your family and friends for a night to remember. From 5:30pm. Tickets online.
Australian Camp Oven Festival | 5 – 7 October | Millmerran Showgrounds
Celebrate the charm and heritage of Australian bush culture! Bring along the whole family for a weekend of competitions, activities, live demonstrations, and more. Take this moment to slow down and enjoy some authentic camp oven food and entertainment. Camping available. Tickets online.
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers | 13 September – 7 October | Toowoomba
Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the iconic Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers! From the much-loved Festival of Food and Wine to the dazzling Floral Parade, this event has plenty of activities for all ages. Make sure to stop by the parks for live music and blooming flowers.
Live Horse Racing | Every Saturday | Clifford Park Racecourse
Warm up with some action-packed live racing! The iconic Clifford Park is the place to be, gather your mates and find your winter woollies, relax by the track and enjoy the action. Enjoy a meal and drink (or two) whilst taking in the breathtaking views. Gates open from 10:00am, live racing from 4:30pm.
Sunset Sessions | Friday – Sunday | Rosalie House
There's nothing more spectacular than watching the sun set over the Lilyvale Valley, nestled amongst the vines. Warm up by the campfire and music, and indulge in a delicious gourmet tapas or share plate. And of course, a glass of wine in hand. Bring along the whole family to experience an unforgettable evening. 3:00pm – 6:00pm.
Collective Weave Exhibition | Cobb + Co Museum | Open daily, 9:30am – 4:00pm
Step into an immersive art installation, inspired by nature. Dance, weave, and create as each movement transforms the space around you. Interact, engage, and experience the colourful and vibrant exhibition
Live Music
Are you ready to pump up the jam with awesome live music and cheers to the weekend? We’ve gathered some of the best local venues, delivering a packed calendar of live music in the Toowoomba Region for you to check out this week.
WEDNESDAY 2 OCTOBER
Bone Idol Brewery | Good Question Trio | from 7:00pm
FRIDAY 4 OCTOBER
Bone Idol Brewery | Boyd Ridley | Matty Clark Band | from 5:30pm
SATURDAY 5 OCTOBER
Bone Idol Brewery | Grace Drummond | Paper Lane | from 5:30pm
Tatts Hotel | Party On Wayne | from 10:00pm
City Golf Club | Charlie Bravo | from 8:00pm
SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
Bone Idol Brewery | Sean P | from 1:00pm
Fitzy’s Toowoomba | Mick Lindsay | from 2:00pm
Markets
If there was ever a time to shop local, it’s now, and our region has plenty of markets that feature local creators, producers, makers and bakers. These stall holders have everything to fill your home, fridge, pantry and belly with the freshest local produce you can buy.
SATURDAY
Toowoomba Farmers Markets, Cobb+Co Museum, Under the Windmills. 7:00am – 12:00pm
Yarraman Markets, Corner New England and D'Aguilar Highways. 7:00am – 1:00pm
SUNDAY
Toowoomba Sunday Markets, James Street, Toowoomba. 7:00am – 12:00pm
Crows Nest Markets, Centenary Park, Crows Nest. 7;30am – 12:00pm
