Festivals & Events

What’s On? Byron Bay Tango Festival 23-25 August

Do you love to dance? Specifically do you love Tango? Perhaps you just enjoy watching the beautiful dance. Whatever fascination you have with Tango, you can satisfy it when you attend the annual Byron Bay Tango Festival, 23-25 August.  The festival, which started as an informal gathering of those...

What’s On? Byron Bay Writer’s Festival 2-4 August 2019

For its 23rd year, the Byron Bay Writers Festival has put together a lineup of more than 140 writers and thinkers over the three-day program from the 2nd to 4th August, 2019. The festival has grown from just 200 locals in attendance, to bringing 12,000 people who appreciate writing,...

What’s On? Splendour in the Grass 19-21 July

Unfortunately all the tickets are sold out (but there are still a few official resale tickets) for the super popular Splendour in the Grass, 19-21 July. The festival, held every year at the North Byron Parklands, sold out in one day. If you’re lucky enough to have a ticket...

What’s On? Brunswick Heads Old & Gold Festival – 8 June

Love a good deal? Want to snag some wonderful treasures while on holiday? Well, schedule your next holiday to Byron Bay for the weekend of 8 June (the Queen’s Birthday long weekend) and make the trip to Brunswick Heads for the Old & Gold Festival. This Byron Bay festival...

What’s On? Renew Weekend, Mullumbimby 10-12 May

Renew Fest is an annual festival that focuses on ecological, economic and social renewal, which takes place in Mullumbimby Showgrounds. The festival brings speakers on such topics as community-owned renewal energy, ethical economics, nature’s biodiversity, better food and human habitats. While Renew Fest won’t happen this year, there will be...

What’s On? Byron Bay Bluesfest 18-22 April

It’s Easter weekend next week, and you know what that means, at least here in Byron Bay: It’s Bluesfest weekend. This five-day Byron Bay festival of music is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Expect to find more than 200 performers over five stages with music playing from noon to midnight...

What’s On? Byron Bay Surf Festival: 20-24 February

Are you a surf junkie? Love riding the waves? Or perhaps you are a fan or just appreciate the surfing vibe? Then you should plan to take a holiday to Byron Bay for the weekend of 20-24 February. The Byron Bay Surf Festival will feature everything from actual surfing to art...

What’s On? Australia Day in Byron Bay

Australia Day 2019 falls on Saturday 26 January, but it’s observed on Monday 28 January—giving most people a day off. So, it’d be the perfect opportunity to schedule a long weekend holiday in Byron Bay. Combine sun, surf and the celebration of our national holiday into your plans. Byron...

What’s On? New Year’s Eve in Byron Bay

Who doesn’t like the idea of beaches, good food and lots of fun activities to ring in the New Year? Well, if you’re looking to make your dream New Year’s Eve holiday a reality, then plan to head to Byron Bay this year. No matter if you’re coming with...

Come Camping This Christmas at Broken Head

Make Christmas memories that you and your friends, family or partner will remember for ages by booking a stay at Broken Holiday Park. You will be within walking distance of the beach and close to all the excellent things to do in Byron Bay. Beyond being a relaxing Christmas...