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2025 EVENT TICKETS

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Thursday 1st May

Grand Opening – GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival 2025
Woollahra Homestead

The Mary Valley becomes the centre of Queensland’s Foodie World, as the Mary Valley Chamber of Commerce along with special VIP guests launch into
a month of amazing food events.
Mingle with farmers, producers, creators & foodies and enjoy an evening of amazing 
finger food, created by the superb team at Woollahra Homestead,
​fabulous music and laughter
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Location: 27 Traveston Crossing Rd, Kybong
Time: 6pm - 8pm
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Friday 2nd May 

Dingo Creek Vintners Lunch SOLD OUT
Enjoy the beautiful ambience of Dingo Creek Winery with a curated plate of local produce plates to share, matched with wines, and presented by owners Doug and Michelle Tritton. Glass of sparkling on arrival.

​​Location: Dingo Creek Winery | 265 Tandur Traveston Road, Traveston, QLD 4570
Tickets: For more information contact 
[email protected]
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Saturday 3rd May

​Forage Farms Farm Tour SOLD OUT
Learn about our regenerative farming philosophy from third-generation regenerative farmers - Stuart, Megan, Hamish, Lachlan and the Forage Farms team. 
Our family farm operation ethically produces eggs, pork, beef and chicken. We'll show you how all the food on your plate is grown. Plus, get all the details on how we're farming to benefit the animals, the land, and you! 

Location: Forage Farm Mullaly Rd, Kybong
​Time: 9am - 11am
Ph: 0418 435 667
E: [email protected]
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Saturday 3rd May ​SOLD OUT

Bushfood Long Lunch with Peter Wolfe
Bush Tucker inspired Long Lunch with Peter Wolfe as part of GourMAY in the Mary Valley. Featuring local produce, foraged bush tucker ingredients and our own Certified Organic K2 Beef.
​Join us for 4 courses, banquet-style, long-table dining.


Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga
​Time: 1pm - 3pm

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 Saturday 3rd May - SOLD OUT

Bellbird and back... a taste of the trail
Join us at sunset at Imbil for wine and cheese. After the sun disappears, you will stroll 2.5km along the wonderful Mary Valley Rail Trail to earn your dinner! Enjoy a 'deluxe soup kitchen style dinner' featuring local Mary Valley produce.  Eat, chat, dance to local tunes, or just relax by the campfire. Burn off a few more kilojoules with a return stroll by moonlight back to Imbil. End the night with some sweet treats and our famous port!

Location: Mary Valley Rail Trail, Imbil Trailhead - Mary Valley Rail Trail.  Selwyn Street, Imbil
Time: 5pm - 8pm

Ph: 0407 951 287
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Saturday 3rd May ​SOLD OUT

Mary Valley Degustation
Feast on a fabulous 7 course 7 wine degustation featuring Mary Valley foods created by Thistle in the Woods.  Matched with 7 Chateau Tanunda Wines, some courses are served on the terrace with views of the Double Bridge and live entertainment followed by more courses in the dining room.  Lights will fill the sky on the occasion as you enjoy the flavour filled foods. Learn more about the origin of the wines and the foods from the experts as you enjoy the ambiance of the Country Club on the banks of Kandanga Creek.  RV and van sites are available so you can really relax and enjoy.

Location: Kandanga Country Club, 4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga
​Time: 6.15pm
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Sunday 4th May SOLD OUT

Flowers & Food Workshop
​Have you ever thought about creating your own floral centrepiece to enjoy at home or for a special occasion? Join us for an engaging workshop where you'll have the opportunity to create, learn valuable tips and techniques, and discover a variety of flowers.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through our Market Gardens to explore the different blooms we grow. After the garden tour, we will take you to our Drying Shed, where we will demonstrate how to craft a stunning floral centrepiece. Then, it's your turn to select flowers from our collection and begin designing your own unique creation. You'll receive individualized support and guidance throughout the workshop. We also provide a delightful morning tea along with light refreshments. All flowers, tools, and equipment will be supplied, and you’ll be able to take your beautiful floral arrangement home in a vase or pot.

Location: Woollahra Homestead, 25 Traveston Crossing Road, Kybong
Time: 10:00 am  
Book Now Places are limited. 
Contact: 0417 194 192    
 
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Sunday 4th May

Camp Oven Competition
Who doesn't love a good old fashioned Camp Oven dinner?
Come and join us for Imbil Rail Park Inc's Camp Oven Competition and Dinner.
During the day we will be running our renowned camp oven competition and straight after the judging we will be purchasing their award winning meals and hosting a magnificent dinner on the grounds of our historic Imbil Rail Park.
​Either try your hand at a camp oven cook-off, or join us for dinner.

Location: Imbil Rail Park, Yabba Rd, Imbil

Competition Time: 12pm - 5pm
Dinner Time 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Purchase Competitor Tickets | Purchase Dinner tickets
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Thursday 8th May

 Slow Food Noosa - Film with Food
​“Chef Antonio’s Recipes for Revolution” is the film, and chef Josh Smallwood will lead the Slow Food team with a menu that matches the Italian theme.
The film set in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, follows chef Antonio de Benedetto, who is on a quest to change the world with his delicious Italian food.
The filmmaker, Dr Trevor Graham, will be “live’’ by zoom on the night to discuss this delicious, feel-good story with heart, soul and a big serve of laughter.

Location:  Kandanga Hall, Main St, Kandanga 
​Time: 6.00pm

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 Friday 9th May - SOLD OUT

GourMAY 2025 Seasonal Long Table Dinner with Matt Golinski 
Celebrating AUTUMN

It’s GourMAY!!! And we are so excited to welcome back the wonderful Matt Golinski to celebrate the flavours of Autumn.

There is no pretence with Matt, just a passion for food prepared from the freshest local ingredients grown by his farmer friends. One of the most memorable things about Matt’s meals (apart from the food!) is the time he takes to explain the menu, the ingredients and the farmers that produced them. You can’t help but be inspired by Matt’s creativity and sensitivity with food and you’ll leave with an appreciation of just how much good food comes out of the Mary Valley and surrounding region. This is not dinner for the sake of it, this is a meal to connect you to the local landscape and the people who farm here.
Served like a family meal on long tables this is an experience to enjoy real food and the magic that happens when good people come together to eat.  You’ll be joining our Seasonal Starter Workshop participants, who will have spent the proceeding few hours expanding their knowledge on growing food organically, with this meal culminating their winter preparation workshop with us at the Farm Store. In fact, some of the produce you will be eating will be what was planted during their autumn preparation workshop back in February.
Spots are limited so book now to secure your spot.
A menu will be posted closer to the event once Matt has touched base with all his farmer suppliers to see what they’ve got growing.

Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga
​​Time: 6pm
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Saturday 10th May
​Imbil Town Square & Rail Park

Festival Day

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This is a family friendly FREE EVENT
​BUT 
LET US KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE
RSVP NOW!

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Sunday 11th May SOLD OUT
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Mother's Day Garden Party Brunch
Join us for a delightful long-table, two-course meal featuring an array of scrumptious breakfast dishes served in a banquet style, culminating in a mouthwatering slice of cake. Our long table will be elegantly adorned with a vibrant setting to celebrate all the amazing mothers.

Location: Woollahra Homestead, 25 Traveston Crossing Road, Kybong 
Time: 9:00 am ​
Places are limited. All seats are to be pre-purchased via Humanitix.
Contact: 0417 194 192    
​Purchase Tickets
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Sunday 11th May ​​SOLD OUT

Walking with Macadamias
Experience wild macadamias in the heart of the Mary Valley and learn about the distribution and survival prospects of this rare and significant tree.  Complete the morning with a macadamia filled morning tea at the delightful Amamoor Village Green, show-casing the delicious nut that evolved right here on the Sunshine Coast.

Location: Amama Picnic Ground, ​Amamoor Creek Rd
Tours 1: 8.45am for 9am - meet at Amama picnic area at 8.45, followed by morning tea at 10.15am & 11am
Tour 2: 10.00am - ​Morning tea at the Village Green Cafe, Busby St, Amamoor followed by tour starting at 11.00am. 
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Sunday 11th May

Amanda Emblem's Songwriting Soup
Throw your lyric & music ideas in the mix to create a new song with local award winning songwriter Amanda Emblem and enjoy a hearty soup lunch made from Amanda's home grown vegetables! No experience or special skills are necessary. Limited tickets. 

Location: Cahoola Cabins, Lot 3 Mitchell Creek Road, Upper Kandanga (The Mitchell Creek Rock'n'Blues Festival site) 
Time: 10am-4pm 
Phone: 0430453043  
​email: [email protected]

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Sunday 11th May

Gourmet Grazing with Matt Golinski
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Belli Beef & Wild Barrel! 
Join us for a laid-back and inspiring lunch at Belli Beef and Wild Barrel, a 375-acre regenerative farm in Ridgewood. Enjoy a stand up, roving feast crafted by renowned chef Matt Golinski, highlighting the finest Mary Valley produce and premium Belli Beef, perfectly paired with seasonal barrel-aged beers. Enjoy live music, beer tastings, and insights into syntropic farming and regenerative agriculture—all in a stunning hinterland setting. The ultimate treat for Mum!

Location: Belli Beef and Wild Barrel HQ, 1229 Cooroy Belli Creek Rd, Ridgewood
​Time: 12 noon

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Sunday 11th May - Mother’s Day

"Chocolat" with French Food
The Mary Valley Film Society will be showing the film “Chocolat” starring Juliette Binoche, Judy Dench and Johnny Depp. Based on a novel by Joanne Harris and directed by Lasse Helstrom.  

Once upon a time there was a small village in France where the lives of many local people were changed after a mysterious woman opened the Chocolaterie Maya during Lent. She created  delicious chocolates using secret family recipes. Then chose the chocolates which best suited the customers’ needs with some unexpected results.

Location: Mary Valley Film Society, Kandanga Hall, Main Street, Kandanga
​Time: Doors open 4.30pm.
​This is a FREE event but let us know you are coming.
Food is available for pre-purchase.

RSVP HERE
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Phone: 0437 426 055  
Email: [email protected]
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Friday 16th May

Cheers & Ginger Beers 
​Bringing locals together over good food and drink… few do it as well as ‘Friends of Amamoor Inc.’ 
This long established NFP Community groups consistently deliver exceptional get togethers fully facilitated by volunteers. 
‘Cheers & Beers’ is their signature event and on Friday May 16th, Friends of Amamoor Volunteers will team up with Diablo Co and ‘GourMay Mary Valley’ to host another drawcard ‘Cheers & Beers’ night with not only beer beer, but Diablo Co Ginger Beer.
Live Music. 
Great Food. 

Location: Village Green Amamoor.  
Time: Bar Opens 5:30pm. Free event. All welcome.    
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Saturday 17th May ​ POSTPONED TILL MAY 24 - returned tickets available until sold

Sunrise Breakfast at the Avocado Tree Farm
Watch the sensational sunrise as you sip on a glass of bubbles and dine on a breakfast of delicious local cuisine.
This is a paddock to plate, open air, long table breakfast experience that will delight your senses and inform you about organic farming practices. 

Location: John Tidy's Organics, Amamoor Dagun Rd, Amamoor
​Time: 5.30am - 9.00am
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Saturday 17th May

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Agricultural Tour

Embark on a captivating one-day excursion from Mooloolaba, exploring the Sunshine Coast's vibrant agricultural scene. Visit family-run farms and businesses, gaining insight into their sustainable practices and the journey of local produce from farm to table. Drive through breathtaking hinterland landscapes, uncovering the region’s natural beauty. Along the way, delve into the rich history of agriculture on the Sunshine Coast, learning how farming has shaped the area. A perfect blend of culture, scenery, and fresh flavours!

Location: Creative Tours, Pick up location - Mooloolaba , Montville & Maroochydore
Time: 9am - 4pm
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Saturday 17th May

Flavours of the Mary Valley CULINARY TOUR​
Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey guided through the picturesque Mary Valley, where farm-fresh ingredients come together to create an exceptional tasting experience. This tour will take you to several venues throughout the Mary Valley, each offering a unique cuisine paired with a carefully selected wine or beer. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply looking for a delightful day out, the Flavors of Mary Valley Culinary Tour promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you with lasting memories of the region.

Venue 1 : Dingo Creek Vineyard - Enjoy the delightful tastings of the signature boards from Dingo Creek featuring locally sourced ingredients. 
Enjoy a glass of Dingo Creek wine of your choice.

Venue 2: Woollahra Homestead - Savor a delectable plated offering highlighting tastes of traditional farming heritage. Relish in a subtly balanced afternoon wine to enhance the richness of the meal 

Venue 3: Wild Vine Imbil -  Delight in a serving of an aromatic French dish that showcases the best of Mary Valley. Enjoy a selection of smooth wines which embody fruity flavours enhance the earthy tones 

Venue 3: Kandanga Country Club - Top off with a Table d’Hote Experience featuring a curated experience of meats in a shared experience garnished with veg.  Conclude a terrific day with a selection of fruit filled petit tartlets       highlighting Mary Valley flavours. Select from Kandanga Lager, known for its crisp & refreshing flavour, or a sassy Rare Penny Pinot Noir, followed by Riverina Botrytis Semillon to complement the tartlets.

Location: Kandanga Country Club, ​4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga
​Time: 1pm - 7pm
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Saturday 17th May

Mary Valley Mystery Picnic
A Mystery Picnic is a self-guided food and adventure experience with a difference. Using your smartphone to solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic items, ending at a stunning secret picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your spread.

You will need your own transport as this is a self-drive event.

​Location: Amazing Co
Time: 10am - 2pm (picnic at the secret location from 12 noon)
Ph: 1300 307 750 | Email: [email protected] 
Purchase Tickets | Minimum 2 persons per booking
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Saturday 17th May 

Lake Borumba Ladies Anglers Classic
Join fellow female anglers at Lake Borumba for a day on the water! Reel in the biggest catch, and you'll be crowned the inaugural winner of the "Emillia McAuliffe Memorial Cup". This special award honours Amelia, a passionate angler who loved seeing women embrace the sport she loved.

The day will begin with educational sessions from sponsors and local women, offering valuable tips and insights to boost your confidence before participants head out on the water. Lunch will be included in the competition entry and will be provided by the local Lions Club and is included in the entry of the competition.

The event will conclude at 4:00 PM, followed by presentations at Deer Park. Guests who have purchased the bundle ticket, including the Lake to Plate experience with Matt Golinski are invited to settle in and enjoy the occasion. Ticket holders for the ‘Ladies Anglers Classic’ event are welcome to attend the presentations.

More information can be found via the Lake Borumba Fishing Stock Association Facebook Community 

Location: Lake Borumba, Yabba Creek Rd,
Time: 7.00am - 4.00pm
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Proudly presented by the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Association. 
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Saturday 17th May   SOLD OUT

Lake to Plate with Matt Golinski
Join us for an evening celebrating freshwater produce and the best ways to prepare it, featuring a live cooking demonstration by renowned chef Matt Golinski. 
The night begins with Bundaberg local Tracy Patterson, who will share expert tips on preparing freshwater fish, showcasing her favourite recipes and techniques to enhance flavour.


As dinner enjoyed is finalised the atmosphere shifts as live acoustic music sets the tone for a relaxed and social evening. We anticipate this evening will leave attendees with valuable culinary knowledge, great food experience, and an enjoyable night of learning, laughter, and connection.

This is a BYO event, and we encourage the community to support Borumba Deer Park by making a weekend of it. Enjoy the beauty of the Mary Valley, with a day on the water followed by an unforgettable evening with Tracy and Matt.

Location: Borumba Deer Park, 1133 Yabba Creek Rd, Imbil (Stock Yard area)
Time: 5.30pm 
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Proudly presented by the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Association. 
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​Sunday 18th May ​SOLD OUT

PADDOCK-TO-PLATE LONG LUNCH 
This extraordinary Paddock to Plate experience is more than just a meal; it fosters connection. As you sit together at the beautifully set long tables, adorned with our vibrant, farm-fresh flowers and herbs, you'll enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding market gardens and charming farm paddocks. The journey showcases seasonal, farm-fresh ingredients that shine in a meticulously curated, decadent three-course banquet meal designed to please your taste buds, while paired with a selection of beer and wines You’ll bond with fellow guests, sharing stories and creating lasting memories while indulging in your culinary journey. Embrace the simplicity and richness of farm-fresh food in a setting that celebrates the beauty of nature. We hope to see you there! 
THE MENU 

Each dish is crafted with the freshest produce, either grown on-site or sourced from local farmers who share our passion for ethical farming. Our Menu will be finalized and uploaded shortly. 

Location: Woollahra Homestead, 25 Traveston Crossing Road, Kybong 
Time: 11:30 am 
Book Now! Places are limited | All seats are to be pre-purchased via Humanitix.
Contact: 0417 194 192   
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Saturday 24th May 

Mary Valley Mystery Picnic
A Mystery Picnic is a self-guided food and adventure experience with a difference. Using your smartphone to solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic items, ending at a stunning secret picnic spot where you’ll enjoy your spread.
You will need your own transport as this is a self-drive event.
​Amazing Co

Time: 10am - 2pm (picnic at the secret location from 12 noon)
Ph: 1300 307 750 | Email: [email protected] 
Purchase Tickets | Minimum 2 persons per booking
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Visual Art 2D Competition
SECTION 1
Kenilworth Art Award
$5,000
SECTION 2
GourMay Food Fest Prize
Featuring food or food process specific to the Mary Valley.
$500
SECTION 3
2D General
$1200/$600/$400
Visual Art 3D Competition
SECTION 4
3D General – any medium
$600/$500/$300
SECTION 5
3D Ceramic Art
$600 / $500 / $300

​People’s Choice Award$300
Announced Sunday 25 May 2025


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Sunday 25th May

​Walking with Macadamias
Experience wild macadamias in the heart of the Mary Valley and learn about the distribution and survival prospects of this rare and significant tree.  Complete the morning with a macadamia filled morning tea at the delightful Amamoor Village Green, show-casing the delicious nut that evolved right here on the Sunshine Coast.

Location: Amama Picnic Ground, Amamoor Creek Rd
Tour Times: Tours commence - 9am & 11am
Morning tea 10.15am at the Village Green Cafe Amamoor
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Saturday 31st May
​GOURMAY MARY VALLEY GALA CELEBRATION
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Enjoy a Magical evening
Dress your 'dazzling' best, enjoy fabulous food and let your hair down at the ultimate GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival event.Celebrate with the farmers, the producers & creators, and all those that make May a very special month in the Mary Valley. 
An evening to 
 - fill up with the flavours of the the Mary Valley
 - be amazed, and bemused as 'Tommy Magic' roams the party with his special brand of one on one magic, and be bedazzled with his special magic show. and 
 - be ready to dance the night away to fabulous live music with Tennessee Lights

Location: Kandanga Country Club, 4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga
​Time: 6.00pm to late
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