Dune Rats
The Dune Rats have covered some ground in 2023, with 47 shows in the US, Canada, Europe and the UK, plus a string of Aussie festival dates, including a massive Splendour In The Grass set featuring The Angels. New music is in the works, and a trip to South Africa is imminent before the band rolls back into the Aussie summer for more shows around the country, including long-time favourite haunt, the Sunshine Coast.
When: Friday, December 29, 8pm.
Where: Kings Beach Tavern, 43 Burgess Street, Kings Beach.
Entry: $44.90 via Oztix.
Celebrating Star Wars – Episode IV A NEW HOPE
Star Walking Inc, The Brick Zone and Gentle Giant Collectors Australia are inviting fans and families to a day filled with Star Wars magic. Original A New Hope cast member Nick Joseph will be the special guest, with a meet-and-greet opportunity available. Plus, there’s life-size Star Wars displays, amazing cos players, a trivia competition, charity raff les, Lego displays and much more.
When: Saturday, December 30, 10am-4.30pm.
Where: The Brick Zone, 89 McCarthy Road, Maleny.
Entry: $10 via Humanitix.
Steet fair and pre-loved market
Located in Bulcock Street, Caloundra, The Caloundra Street Fair is surrounded by the colour of the shopping and café precinct and attracts thousands of market-goers each Sunday from 8am to 1pm. The fair’s soundtrack is supplied by local artists who perform live. With kids’ activities including a balloon artist, roaming entertainment, and occasion themes, the Street Fair has a colourful atmosphere and is a great family day out.
When: Sunday, December 31, 8am to 1pm.
Where: Bulcock Street, Caloundra.
Entry: Free entry. More info via The Caloundra Street Fair.
New Year’s Eve races
Toast 2024 with a superb day out filled with cheers and celebrations. Barrack from your reserved prime position or settle in for a relaxing day on the front lawn. Members’ enclosure passes and general admission ticketing are available online or at the gates.
When: Sunday, December 31, 11.30am to 5pm.
Where: Sunshine Coast Turf Club, 170 Pierce Avenue, Caloundra.
Entry: From $13.87 via Sunshine Coast Turf Club.
Weekend gigs
Friday, December 29
- Dave West, Alex Surf Club, 4pm
- Shades Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Rachel Ellen, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- Alice Benfer, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
- DJ JD7, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
- DJ Mr Sparkle, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm
- Tony Boyd, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm.
Saturday, December 30
- Mallrat, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm
- Brian Carlon, Alex Surf Club, 4.30pm
- The Castaways, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Tom Weber, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- David Lee, Coolum Beach Surf Club, 8.30pm
- Anthologys, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
- Flanders, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm
- Angus, Maroochy Surf Club, 7.30pm.
Sunday, December 31
- British India, Solbar, 7pm
- 80’s Recall, Alex Surf Club, 8.30pm
- NYE Summer Nights Party, Maroochy RSL, 5pm
- Pub Rock NYE Party, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- B4 Kurfew Trio, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm
- No Right Turn, Beerwah Hotel, 3pm
- Bad Habits, Palmwoods Hotel, 8pm
- Destinys Plan, Maroochy Surf Club, 8pm
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