Secret Garden
Visit Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden to enjoy the sweet sounds of local musicians. Bring a picnic and relax with friends and family. This month features artists Anna & Jordan and Lee Hardisty. Anna & Jordan’s music is fun, charming and folky. Lee is an acclaimed multi-instrumentalist who has been touring the world with his music for the past 15 years.
When: Sunday, January 8, 2.45pm to 5.30pm.
Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden, Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.
Entry: Free.
Summer of Seals
It’s the Summer of Seals at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium. The Mooloolaba attraction is celebrating the much-loved marine mammals with a range of school holiday activities for families to enjoy. There will be new interactive opportunities for guests to get involved in the daily seal presentations that families know and love. Guests can take part in an activity trail, discover fascinating facts at the artefacts table and take photos with the new seal mascot.
When: Until January 31, 9am to 5pm.
Where: SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium, The Wharf, Mooloolaba.
Entry: From $47 via Visit SEA LIFE.
UB40 45th Anniversary Tour
The 45th Anniversary Tour of British band UB40 will offer audiences classic hits such as “Red Red Wine”, “I Got You Babe” and “Can’t Help Falling In Love With You”, as well as tracks from the latest release For the Many.
When: Tuesday, January 10, 7.30pm.
Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $96.05 via The Events Centre.
Reawakening the actor
This master class will focus on reawakening instincts and strengthening awareness of the actor’s instrument through improvisation. It will explore elements of performance and discovering new ways of manipulating the voice and body so that the artist can learn to use them articulately.
When: Tuesday, January 10, 9.30am.
Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $50 via The Events Centre.
Origami Station
Drop in to the Origami Station and test out your folding skills to make a range of fun creatures. All programs have been designed and materials provided for specific age groups to correspond with their motor and literacy skills and developmental age. Ensure your child is of the appropriate age prior to registration.
When: Friday, January 6, 10am to midday.
Where: Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore.
Entry: Free.
Maleny Wedding Festival Trail
Hinterland Tourism Sunshine Coast is bringing the Summer Maleny Wedding Festival Trail to life. Eight unique wedding venues will be showcased, along with a variety of hinterland wedding suppliers and businesses, all coming together as one destination from Maleny to Palmwoods. Industry suppliers will provide local insights and professional advice designed to make your wedding day everything you ever dreamed of.
When: Saturday, January 14, to Sunday, January 15, 10am to 3pm.
Where: Multiple hinterland locations.
Entry: Free or $10 including competition via Hinterland Tourism.
Alysha Brilla with Cigany Weaver and Rosa Mack
International folk-world-roots artist Alysha Brilla will take to the stage in The Brewery, fresh from her performances at Woodford Folk Festival. Alysha will be joined by Brisbane favourites Cigany Weaver and Rosa Mack to complete a post-Woodford party line-up.
When: Saturday, January 7, 7.30pm.
Where: Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
Entry: $33.70 via Imperial Hotel Eumundi.
Miss Friby’s Mile High Variety Show
Melbourne’s boldest showgirl, Miss Friby brings her unique brand of cabaret, vaudeville and burlesque to the historic Majestic Theatre in Pomona. In a wild tornado of hilarious showmanship, Miss Friby’s world-class wit, high-end choreography and nail-biting satire will charm the pants off you, especially if they’re in her size. Miss Friby’s variety-fuelled performance promises something for everyone.
When: Saturday, January 7, 7pm to 8pm.
Where: The Majestic Theatre, 3 Factory Street, Pomona.
Entry: $30 or $25 for concession via TryBooking.
NYE on board M.V. Catalina
Kick off your NYE aboard the M.V. Catalina with sunset cocktails and a canape selection. In partnership with Seabourne Distillery, resident DJ Stevie G will get things moving. After decades playing across the US to Bali and beyond, Stevie G is renowned for his broad, eclectic catalogue spanning house, new-wave, soul, R&B and classics.
When: Saturday, December 31, 3pm to 7pm.
Where: 172 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.
Entry: $120 via Catalina Noosa.
Check out a comprehensive guide to New Year’s Eve in Sunshine Coast News tomorrow.
Weekend gig guide
Friday, December 30
- New Year’s Eve Eve! ’80s Recall, Joe’s Waterhole, 7pm.
- Pete Murray, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm.
- Sly Withers, Solbar, 7pm.
- Head Room, Caloundra RSL, 9pm.
- Fifth Avenue, Maroochy RSL, 5pm.
Saturday, December 31
- No Scrubs ’90s and ’00s NYE party, Kings Beach Tavern, 9pm.
- Ryan Giles Trio, Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 8pm.
- Shag Rock, Solbar, 7pm.
- NYE Retro Party, Caloundra RSL, 5pm.
- The Claptomaniacs, Cooroy RSL, 7.30pm.
- Renny Field Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5pm.
- The JSB Band, Maroochy RSL, 9pm.
- Hit and Run, Noosa RSL, 8pm.
- Alex Millington, Mooloolaba Pavilion, 8pm.
- DJ Lawless, Old Soul, 8pm.
Sunday, January 1
- Tuffy and Nik Phillips, Kings Beach Tavern, 3pm.
- Route 66, Maroochy RSL, 6pm.
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