Mary Easter Scavenger Hunt 2026
2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Queens Park (Rotunda area), 16 Sussex St, MARYBOROUGH, QLD, 4650, Australia
SATURDAY 28/03/2026 10AM-2PM Join us at beautiful Queen’s Park (near the Rotunda) and the Mary River Parklands, Maryborough, for a fun and exciting morning celebrating all things Easter, with the Mary Easter Scavenger Hunt. 🥚Hunt for the hidden eggs and bring back your completed Scavenger Hunt entry to the MCPAI tent to redeem your Easter Gift pack PLUS each returned entry goes into the draw to Win one of 2x Kids Raffle Prizes. There’s an extra special (hard to find) Bunny and if you find that special code you go into the draw to Win an extra special Kids Hamper Prize! Your Scavenger Hunt entry purchase also gives you all-event access to the Jumping Castles, plus Face Painting. BONUS PRIZES – check the back of your Scavenger Hunt entry form to see if you’re the winner of a bonus entry prize!! This could be a food/drink item from one of our awesome vendors, or a ride prize or a prize from one of our fabulous market stalls. ⭐BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE! We also have a select range of local market stalls with their boutique handmade wares, plus delicious food and drink items. 🚂Our good friends at MELSA will have the wonderful miniature trains running, so its “all aboard” for a delightful ride around the top of Queen’s Park for just $3 per ride (or 4 rides for $10) – don’t forget closed toe shoes to ride. 🚂New for 2026 – the Mary Ann Steam Train will also be operating from the Macalister Station for a lovely train ride through the bottom of Queen’s Park. Mary Ann train rides are $6/adult, $4/child or $18/family tickets. 🐣We have a MONSTER Easter Hamper raffle as well – * First Prize: $100 Easter Hamper * Second Prize: $50 Easter Hamper * Third Prize: $30 Easter Hamper ** Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5 ** Buy them at the MCPAI tent at the event or check our Facebook page @MaryboroughStreetParty (closer to the event date) for a link to purchase tickets if you can’t make it to the event. 🐇Will our favourite Easter Bunnies (yes 2!!) be making an appearance this year? You bet! The wonderful Easter Bunnies will be hopping around spreading chocolatey cheer. Grab a photo (and a mini egg!), but be quick, they’re pretty fast! Did you want more? Enjoy the ambience of live music by Stix n Stringz being played across the event. Still want more? There will be more art, craft and attractions at the event to keep the little ones entertained and creative. Plus they’re all free activities! The fabulous Daniel will be there making his creative balloon artistry, so be sure to see Daniel for a balloon to take home! 🎈 ⏰The Scavenger Hunt starts at 10am (not before) so be sure to come on down to Queen’s Park to join in the fun! Upon arrival, find the MCPAI tent and purchase your Scavenger Hunt entry, receive your wristband then go and enjoy the Easter celebration. Make a day of it, there’s plenty of time to play, eat, shop and hunt for our special Easter Eggs – everyone can participate! 📍LOCATION: Queen’s Park and Mary River Parklands, Maryborough, access via Bazaar/Sussex Streets and Richmond Street. The Mary Easter Scavenger Hunt is proudly brought to you by the Maryborough City Progress Association Inc. We’d like to publicly thank our sponsors and partners without whom this fabulous event would not be able to run: 🟡Gold Sponsor: Fraser Coast Regional Council 🟤Bronze Sponsor: Repco Corporate Sponsors: Linda Ausburn – Ray White John Barounis MP JAC Civil Earthen Body Skin, Mind & Body Clinic Allen Gillespie Electrical Story Bank Museum #mcpainc #maryeaster #maryboroughcbdstreetparty #maryeasterscavengerhunt

Poona Easter Festival
2026-04-04 08:00 - 20:00 | Poona Community Hall, Poona Community Hall
This family friendly event starts at 8 am and will be held at the Poona Community Hall Precinct, Snapper Drive, Poona. Includes • Market stalls – food and drinks including 2 coffee vans • Huge Car & Bike Show – free registrations, trophies • Live Entertainment – ‘Forbidden Road’, Keith Gall, Taila Gouge • Helicopter Rides all day – Great Ocean Helicopters • Fun activities for the kids – face painting, Easter Egg Hunt, Colouring In • Raffles • & more! Updates will be on the Poona Community Facebook page and stallholder application form are available online at https://Poonacommunity.com.au/events.html

Line Dancing Eggstravaganza at The Howard Hoedown with the Fabulous Sue Jones
2026-04-04 09:00 - 17:00 | The Howard Hoedown, 29 Pacific Haven Circuit, Howard, QLD, Australia, 4659, Howard, QLD, 4659, Australia
Celebrate Easter Saturday with a full day of fun, music and dancing! 💲 $15 per person 🔥 BBQ Lunch available – $10 Join us for a fantastic day of line dancing ✨ All levels welcome ✨ Split floors ✨ Dance requests throughout the day ✨ Mini beginners workshop included ✨ Easter theme – dress up and join the fun! Whether you’re brand new or an experienced dancer, come along for a relaxed, friendly and energetic Easter celebration on the dance floor. Bring your friends, your Easter spirit, and your dancing shoes! 🐰🎶

Magic and Circus Spectacular
2026-04-13 10:00 - 23:00 | Maryborough City Hall, 388 Kent St, Maryborough, 4650
Something MAGICAL is coming to Maryborough City Hall! Get ready for a 60-minute thrill ride of unbelievable magic, circus stunts, comedy, and high-energy fun that will leave the whole family cheering for more!

Makin Whoopee, Harmonies across Horizons directed by Caz Sendall
2026-04-18 14:00 - 16:30 | Burrum Heads Commuity Hall, 45 Howard st, Burrum Heads, QLD, 4655, Australia
A celebration of music from around the world

Volley For Youth Charity Carnival
2026-05-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Hervey Bay Surf Life Saving Club, Hervey Bay Surf Life Saving Club
Presented by the Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre & Fraser Coast Volleyball Collective The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new fundraising event in partnership with the Fraser Coast Volleyball Collective — the inaugural Hervey Bay RSL Volley for Youth Charity Carnival! Join us for a fun-filled beach volleyball carnival where the whole community can come together to support local youth programs. Whether you’re a volleyball pro or a complete beginner, this event is all about team spirit, laughter, and community connection. 🏐 Event Highlights Beach Volleyball Carnival: Casual round-robin format focused on fun, not competition Teams: 4 players per team (minimum of 2 female players per team) Cost: $100 per team 🎉 What’s On 🎶 Spectator area with music and social spaces 🍹Surf Club Open! Grab a bite or refreshing drink 🌭 Food to purchase 🎟️ Raffle with great prizes 🏖️ Community stalls and beach games – fun for the whole family! 🏆 Prizes for: Winning team – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Best dressed Best team spirit 📍 Event Details Venue: Hervey Bay Surf Club Teams: 4 players per team (min. 2 female players) Cost: $100 per team Time: 9am-5pm (9am-1pm regular games, 1pm-5pm semi-finals and final) 💙 Support Local Youth Every serve, spike, and smile on the day will help raise funds for HBNC’s youth programs, supporting young people in our community through education, mentoring, and well-being initiatives.
