What's on Thu 28 Aug – Wed 3 Sep 2025

What's on Thu 28 Aug – Wed 3 Sep 2025

• By admin
• Date: August 27, 2025

What’s On Mooloolaba:  (Thu 28 Aug – Wed 3 Sep 2025)

1. Gympie Music Muster

• When: Thursday 28 – Sunday 31 August

• Where: Amamoor Creek State Forest
  Australia’s iconic country music and camping festival returns this weekend, featuring live performances across country, blues, folk, workshops, bush poets, kids’ programs, and dancing-styled merriment.
   

2. Noosa Jazz Festival

• When: Friday 29 August – Sunday 7 September

• Where: Venues across Noosa Heads
  Smooth jazz fills the air at this ten-day festival, highlighted by the signature “Jazz Party at The J.”
   

3. Sunshine Coast Sunset Canal Cruises (Mooloolaba)

• When: Wednesday 27 August and ongoing

• Where: Departing Mooloolaba waterways
  Cruise in style at sunset along tranquil canals. A drink in hand, the sky ablaze—soak up the midweek calm.
   

4. Seafood Lunch Cruise (Mooloolaba)

• When: Tuesday 26 August (continues regularly)
  Enjoy fresh local seafood as you glide through scenic rivers and canals—an award-winning, leisurely lunch cruise.
   

5. Noosa Everglades Afternoon Cruise

• When: Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 August

• Where: Noosa Everglades
  Explore this serene wilderness aboard, complete with wildlife views and a bonus of sparkling wine or craft beer.
   

6. Sunshine Coast Asian Food Festival (Spicers Tamarind Retreat, Maleny)

• When: Saturday 2 – Sunday 3 August 2025 (just concluded)
  This vibrant two-day festival showcases bold Asian flavours and community spirit via pop-ups and chef-driven experiences.
   

7. Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival (Alexandra Headland)

• When: Late July – early August (recent)
  A festival of running, including marathons, half-marathons, 10 km, and fun runs along spectacular coastal routes.
   

8. Fish House Steak & Grill (New Opening)

• When: Reservations open from Wednesday 27 August; operates daily

• Where: The Spit, Mooloolaba
  A refined culinary addition to the coast, offering local seafood and premium Queensland beef in a stylish setting.
   

Q&A: Your Visitor Questions Answered

Q: Are canal and seafood cruises running this week?
Yes — both sunset canal cruises (A$35) and seafood lunch cruises (A$65) are available in Mooloolaba. 

Q: Is the Music Muster family-friendly?
Absolutely. The Gympie Music Muster includes workshops, kids’ zones, bush poets, and dancing—great for all ages. 

Q: What’s new in dining this week?
The Fish House Steak & Grill opened on 27 August at The Spit. Expect fresh Mooloolaba seafood, Queensland beef, a sleek open kitchen and elegant open-air dining.

Q: Why choose Mooloolaba?
From its premier beach and dining scene to effortless access to cruises, hinterland events, and major festivals, Mooloolaba remains Australia’s prime holiday destination—your gateway to the Sunshine Coast.

Weekly Planner

• Wed 27 Aug: Book waterfront cruise; dinner at Fish House opens.

• Thu 28 – Sun 31 Aug: Attend Gympie Music Muster.

• Fri 29 Aug – Wed 3 Sep: Join Noosa Jazz Festival performances or explore local markets/beaches.

• Midweek: Relax with Everglades cruises, canal trips, or a sunset coast stroll.