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2026 EVENT TICKETS
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Friday 6th March
Official Launch – GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival 2026 Join the Mary Valley Chamber of Commerce, our ambassadors, celebrity chef Matt Golinski and ‘Sunshine Coast Foodie’ Martin Duncan, along with our VIP guests as we launch into our 2026 event. Enjoy local food and drinks whilst being entertained by Mary Valley musicians and be dazzled by a performance from Mary Valley Circus. Enjoy - Street Food by Matt Golinski's aroMATTic - Drinks from Diablo Co, Noosa Hinterland Brewery and Dingo Creek Winery Location: Amamoor Village Green, Busby St, Amamoor Time: 6pm - 8pm |
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Friday 1st May Grand Opening – GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival 2026 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. Join MC ‘Sunshine Coast Foodie’ Martin Duncan and mingle with farmers, producers, creators & foodies. Enjoy an evening of amazing food prepared by celebrity chef Matt Golinski as we launch GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival 2026. Location: Dagun Station Precinct, Dagun Time: 6pm - 8pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayGrandOpening |
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Friday 1st May - Sunday 31st May
Palate & Poise Art on Yabba, Mary Valley’s newest fine art gallery, presents a GourMay exhibition 'Palate & Poise', an exhibition that brings together artists who use food as image, material, and metaphor. Spanning multiple media, the works explore food in all its forms, from the plants that nourish us to fresh interpretations of the classic still life. Location: Art on Yabba, 123 Yabba Rd, Imbil Hours: Thurs – Sunday 10am – 2pm Free Entry |
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Saturday 2nd/ Sunday 3rd May
Lake Borumba Ladies Anglers Classic The Emillia McAullife Memorial Ladies Anglers Competition will be held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026
For all Competitor Entry Details, please go to the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Association, Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/132015777468338 Location: Lake Borumba, Yabba Creek Rd Time: 6.00am - 5.00pm Proudly presented by the Lake Borumba Fish Stocking Association. |
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Saturday 2nd May
Mary Valley Mystery Picnic by AmazingCo Discover the Mary Valley on a gourmet adventure through rolling hills and historic townships. Solve curated clues to collect picnic treats from local artisan producers along the way. Once you’ve gathered all your gourmet goodies, crack the final clue to reveal a secret end location to enjoy your stunning picnic spread. Various secret locations across Mary Valley Country Time: 9am - 12 noon Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMysteryPicnic |
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Saturday 2nd May Mary Valley Degustation The Mary Valley Gourmay Degustation is a premier 7 course, 7 wine and dining experience showcasing regional flavours and agricultural pride. The event is held on the terrace and in the dining room with views of the Double Bridge and Kandanga Creek. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, the Club also offers RV/caravan parking locals can bus to the occasion. Location: Kandanga Country Club, 4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga Time: 6.00pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayDegustation |
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Sunday 3rd May
Imbil Rail Park
Imbil Rail Park
Festival Day
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BIG Mary Valley Picnic
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Demonstrations
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Food & Farming Talks
with Gympie Living 
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Entertainment
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Competitions
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Slow Food Kids
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This is a family friendly FREE EVENT
BUT LET US KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE
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BUT LET US KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE
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Sunday 3rd May
Camp Oven Dinner Who doesn't love a good old fashioned Camp Oven dinner? Come and join us for Imbil Rail Park Inc's third annual Camp Oven Competition and Dinner, Sunday 3rd May, 2026. Right in the middle of the May Day long weekend, so why not come and stay in the Valley and enjoy the country hospitality. During the day we will be running our annual camp oven competition (why not try your hand at that too?) 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. Under the banner of the "GourMay Mary Valley Food Festival 2026" all meals must feature a minimum of 50% of our wonderful local produce, so you can be assured you will be dining on some of the finest meals in the state. Location: Imbil Rail Park, Yabba Rd, Imbil Competition Time: 12pm - 5pm Competition entries tinyurl.com/ndddur8k Dinner Time 5.30pm - 7.30pm Supper Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayCampOven |
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Tuesday 5th May Mary Valley Master Class with Matt Golinski Create a selection of first courses from the Mediterranean using Mary Valley Produce under the guidance of our GourMay ambassador Matt Golinski Matt will take you on a food journey where you’ll get to both learn from the best and get to take away some new skills to impress your friends. You’ll also get to enjoy lunch with Matt. Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga Time: 10am – 2.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMasterClass |
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Wednesday 6th May
Traditional High Tea Why not treat yourself to some ‘me-time’ with a traditional high tea from a bygone era? In a setting that celebrates the end of World War II, enjoy a tantalising selection of decadent cakes and biscuits, delicate sandwiches, and the finest tea, of course! Come alone and meet new people or gather your friends for a morning not to be missed! Location: Mary Valley RSL Hall, 127 Yabba Road, Imbil Time: 9.00am – 11.30am Tickets: tinyurl.com/RSLMorningTea |
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Friday 8th May
Slow Food Noosa - Film with Food Slow Food Noosa & Surrounds is eagerly looking forward to joining in with GourMay for the 2026 Festival. We will be presenting our famed Film with Food Dinner featuring a menu inspired by fresh, seasonal and locally sourced produce with an emphasis on low waste practices. In between courses, the arts will be featured in the form of a food themed movie to ignite our imagination, emotions and passions! Join us for a fun-filled evening as the start to your weekend in the beautiful Mary Valley. Location: Kandanga Hall, Main St, Kandanga Time: 6.00pm - 9.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/SlowFoodNoosa |
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Saturday 9th May The Wild Vine Dough Day Join us at The Wild Vine and the Oven Bakery for Wild Vine Dough Day, a relaxed, hands-on sourdough workshop designed for anyone who wants to master the art of crafting their own loaf at home. You will learn how to mix, fold, shape, ferment, and bake authentic sourdough using simple techniques and quality ingredients. Across the session, you will discover how to care for your starter, understand fermentation stages, troubleshoot common issues, and build confidence in producing consistently delicious bread. Participants will take home their own active sourdough starter, recipe notes, and a shaped dough ready to bake. Whether you are brand new to sourdough or looking to sharpen your skills, Wild Vine Dough Day offers a fun, flavour-filled learning experience in a warm, community-minded setting, topped off with a sampling of locally made afternoon tea nibbles and treats. Location: The Wild Vine,116 Yabba Rd, Imbil Time: 9am - 2pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayDoughDay |
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Saturday 9th May
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: 10am - 12noon Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayFlowers |
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Saturday 9th May
Seasonal Long Table Lunch with Matt Golinski - Celebrating AUTUMN It’s GourMay!!! We are so excited to welcome back the renowned chef Matt Golinski to celebrate the flavours of Autumn. There is no pretense with Matt, just a passion for food prepared from the freshest local ingredients grown by his farmer friends. 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. 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. Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga Time: 12 noon - 3pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayLongTableKFS |
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Saturday 9th May
Bellbird and back... a taste of the trail As the sun disappears behind Imbil, enjoy a wine (or two!) and a variety of local nibbles at the Imbil trailhead. Then, delight the senses with a 2.5km moonlit stroll along the picturesque Mary Valley Rail Trail. Enjoy a 'deluxe soup-kitchen style dinner' featuring local Mary Valley produce. Eat, chat, and relax by the campfire whilst being entertained by ‘The Leafy Greens’. Choose from a selection of sweet treats (and enjoy a cheeky port!) before meandering back along the rail trail to Imbil. Location: Mary Valley Rail Trail, Imbil Trailhead. William St, Imbil. Time: 5pm - 8pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayBellbird |
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Sunday 10th May Mothers Day Morning Tea Celebrate Mother’s Day with a charming High Tea in the countryside. Hosted at our beautiful country home, this special gathering will be held on the veranda overlooking rolling hills and our Christmas tree farm. Enjoy a relaxed morning of handcrafted sweet and savoury treats, fine tea, and warm conversation in a peaceful rural setting. Take in the views, breathe the fresh air, and create heartfelt memories while we help you spoil Mum this Mother’s Day. Location: Mountain View Country Escape, 908 Kandanga Creek Rd, Kandanga Time: 10.30am -12 noon Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMothersDayMT |
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Sunday 10th May Mothers Day Afternoon Tea - New Event due to popular demand Celebrate Mother’s Day with a charming High Tea in the countryside. Hosted at our beautiful country home, this special gathering will be held on the veranda overlooking rolling hills and our Christmas tree farm. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of handcrafted sweet and savoury treats, fine tea, and warm conversation in a peaceful rural setting. Take in the views, breathe the fresh air, and create heartfelt memories while we help you spoil Mum this Mother’s Day. Location: Mountain View Country Escape, 908 Kandanga Creek Rd, Kandanga Time: 2.30pm - 4pm Tickets: shorturl.at/2UVp9 |
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Tuesday 12th May
Masterclass Series with Penny Maguire A BALANCED INDULGENCE With a focus on healthy eating, Penny will share some recipes and tips and provide nutritional information which will empower you on a healthy food journey. For the last 4 years she has been preparing food and providing nutritional support for guests at Living Valley health Retreat, in collaboration with the Naturopaths. Today’s session will focus on a duck confit with side dishes, and a healthy ‘chocolate’ brownie Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga Time: 10am – 2.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMasterClass |
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Friday 15th May
Cheers & Ginger Beers Bringing locals & visitors together over good food and drink… few do it as well as ‘Friends of Amamoor Inc.’ This long-established community group consistently delivers exceptional get togethers, fully facilitated by volunteers. ‘Cheers & Beers’ is their signature event and on Friday May 15th, 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! Cheers & Ginger Beers with Live Music & Great Food. Location: Amamoor Village Green, Busby St, Amamoor Time: Bar Opens 5:30pm. Free event. All welcome. Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayCheersandBeers |
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Saturday 16th May
Mary Valley Farm and Food Trail Discover Farms and food in the Mary Valley
Matt Golinski - 9am - 3pm Visit 4 of Matts favourite farms and find out about the people behind the business , their farming philosophy and why Matt is so passionate about these farmers. Martin Duncan - 1pm - 7.30pm Visit a selection of Mary Valley farms with Martin and learn the stories behind the farms. Finish the day with supper full of Mary Valley goodness, at Dagun Station as guests of Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative. Meet the members of the Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative, a thriving growers community operating now for more than ten years. The collective knowledge of the MVCHC is vast! The Members are coming together for GourMay to present samples of their wares, their favourite dishes, and converse their fruity tales of homegrown awesomeness. Tickets: Self Drive: tinyurl.com/FarmTrailSelfDrive Matt Golinski: tinyurl.com/GourMayFarmTrailMatt Martin Duncan: tinyurl.com/GourMayFarmTrailMartin |
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Saturday 16th May
Seafood Soiree Dive into a mouth-watering Seafood Soiree of fresh prawns, tender fish, crabs, bugs and oysters served in a smorgasbord and set in a relaxed country setting. Enjoy fresh and generous servings of bold seafood flavours. Chicken alternative is offered and dessert will complement the occasion. Location: Kandanga Country Club, 4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga Time: 6pm - 9pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMaySeafoodSoiree |
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Sunday 17th 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 1: 9.15am for 9.30am - meet at Amama picnic area at 8.45, followed by morning tea at 10.45am. Tour 2: 10.45am - Morning tea at the Village Green Cafe, Busby St, Amamoor followed by tour starting at 11.30am. Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMacadamias |
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Sunday 17th May
'Sconversations' with Sunshine Coast Foodie Our favourite foodie and ‘Scone King’ Martin Duncan is hosting Sconversations, a delightful gathering that brings together interesting people from our region to share meaningful conversations over freshly baked scones, sublime Woolooga Farm Rosella Jam, Bunya Grove Persimmon Jelly, and lashings of whipped cream. Celebrate the Mary Valley in the stunning Stockyard Valley Reception Barn, where rustic charm blends seamlessly with the tranquillity of nature. Location: Stockyard Valley, 775 Coles Creek Rd, Coles Creek Time: 9:45am for a 10:00am start Tickets: tinyurl.com/Sconeversations |
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Sunday 17th May
Songwriting Soup - Experience the magic of writing a song! Amanda Emblem’s Songwriting Soup is back for Mary Valley GourMay Festival in 2026! This year not only she has partnered with The Green Bowl Edifice to relaunch the “Artist & Artisan” music/food series of events, but songwriting soup will also be part of the GourMay Show day presentations (on Sunday 3rd May) with a free 1-hour lyric workshop and performance preluding to the main event on Sunday 17th May. Amanda will take you through her songwriting process to invent a brand new song while Lady Penelope (Green Bowl Edifice) will delight your tastebuds with a series of small plate sensations using the best of local ingredients and focused on the theme of the afternoon - Soup! At the conclusion of the Session the song will be performed and recorded live. Address to be supplied at time of booking with further instructions. Time: 2pm – 6pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/SongwritingSoup |
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Tuesday 19th May
Mary Valley Master Class Series with Matt Golinski Create a selection of first courses from the Mediterranean using Mary Valley Produce under the guidance of our GourMay ambassador Matt Golinski Matt will take you on a food journey where you’ll get to both learn from the best and get to take away some new skills to impress your friends. You’ll also get to enjoy lunch with Matt. Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga Time: 10am – 2.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMasterClass |
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Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th May
Kenilworth ArtsFest Join us at this year's Kenilworth ArtsFest now in our 28th year. For the past 3 years we have included a special catergory called GOURMAY FOOD FEST. Artists are invited to enter a 2D work depicting a food, production of or any subject thats within the realm of Gourmay Festival in the Mary Valley. There is a $400 prize award. Two entries allowed - see Kenilworth Arts Council website for futher details Location: Kenilworth Public Hall, Maleny-Kenilworth Rd, Kenilworth Times: visit www.kenilwortharts.org.au for more details. |
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Saturday 23rd May Sunrise Breakfast at the Avocado Tree Farm From a stunning viewpoint, watch a sensational sunrise as you sip a glass of bubbles. Whilst listening to the morning birdsong, enjoy a delicious, hearty breakfast of 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 Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMaySunriseBreakfast |
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Saturday 23rd May
Wild Vine Harvest & Jazz Feast Settle in for an unforgettable evening at Wild Vine Harvest & Jazz Feast, where the flavours of the Mary Valley meet the smooth sounds of live jazz under the open night sky. This relaxed event invites you to unwind, sip, taste, and savour as we showcase some of the very best of our region. Taste samples of fresh, seasonal, and artisanal products—all while soaking in the ambience of live jazz drifting across The Wild Vine grounds. It is the perfect blend of community spirit, exceptional produce, and effortless good vibes. As the tasting session winds down, we invite you to stay on and continue the night with a full à la carte dinner. Our chefs will be preparing a special menu that highlights local ingredients and celebrates the harvest flavours featured throughout the event. Join us for a casual yet refined night of music, flavour, and connection—an authentic Mary Valley experience at its best. Location: The Wild Vine,116 Yabba Rd, Imbil Time: 4pm -8pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayHarvestandJazz |
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Saturday 23rd May 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! 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: 11:30am - 1.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayPaddocktoPlate |
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Saturday 23rd May
GourMay Mary Valley Bush Dance Grab your boots and join us for the Amamoor Country Bush Dance! Enjoy a hearty homestyle country beef stew, a lively night of music by The Haymaker’s Bush Band, and a fully stocked bar. Bring your friends, family, and great community spirit for a fun-filled evening of dancing and laughter under the country stars! Location: Amamoor Hall, Busby St, Amamoor Time: 6pm - 9.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayBushDance |
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Sunday 24th May
One Hundred Percent Mary Experience the flavours of the Mary Valley at this signature event where renowned chef Matt Golinski will create an awe-inspiring three course menu, using ingredients that are 100% grown and produced amongst the hills that follow the Mary River from Conondale to Gympie. And to finish this fabulous meal there'll be a selection of cheeses from the fabulous Kenilworth Dairies to finish. All dishes will be served as share platters and at some stage Matt will step out of the kitchen to talk about, and answer questions on the menu, and where each ingredient was sourced. This unique experience showcases the extraordinary variety that is produced in this wonderful food bowl. When did you last eat a meal that was 100% locally sourced? With fabulous views across the Mary Valley this is an experience not to be missed. Location: Stockyard Valley, Coles Creek Rd, Coles Creek Time: 12noon -3pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/100PercentMary |
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Tuesday 26th May
Bushfood Masterclass with Peter Wolfe - Free Ranging Chef We will be preparing five dishes using native ingredients. Many of these will be ingredients which cannot be purchased but must be foraged in the wild. They will include fruits, nuts, herbs, vegetables and native meat and seafood. This class will give you an opportunity to learn about some of the indigenous foods found in this area and how to turn them into the delicious dishes we will then have for lunch. Location: Kandanga Farm Store, Main St, Kandanga Time: 10am – 2.30pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMasterClass |
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Friday 29th May
Dingo Creek Vintners Lunch 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 Time: 12 noon Tickets: [email protected] |
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Saturday 30th May
Mary Valley Mystery Picnic by Amazing Co Discover the Mary Valley on a gourmet adventure through rolling hills and historic townships. Solve curated clues to collect picnic treats from local artisan producers along the way. Once you’ve gathered all your gourmet goodies, crack the final clue to reveal a secret end location to enjoy your stunning picnic spread. You will also receive a special GourMay Mary Valley Gift Pack. You will need your own transport as this is a self-drive event. Location: Various secret locations across Mary Valley Country Time: 9am - 12 noon (picnic at the secret location from 12 noon) Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayPicnic |
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Saturday 30th May
“Come out to play with FIRED UP FLAVOURS “ “Come out to play” with Fired up Flavours of smoky slow-cooked pulled meats, sticky ribs, charred corn, fresh breads and crunchy classic coleslaw — all fired up and perfectly paired with an ice-cold beer. Location: Kandanga Country Club, 4 Bowling Club Rd, Kandanga Time: 4pm Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayFiredUp |
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Saturday 30th May
GOURMAY MARY VALLEY GALA CELEBRATION Savour a beautiful paddock-to-plate 3 course feast crafted by renowned chef Matt Golinski, showcasing the very best local produce the Mary Valley has to offer. Enjoy flowing drinks, lively dancing, and the rustic elegance of our historic farm. It’s a night of celebration, flavour, and connection you won’t want to miss. This is the last chance in GourMay Mary Valley 2026 to enjoy the fabulous food from Matt Golinski. Your first drink is on us! Location: Stockyard Valley, 775 Coles Creek Rd, Coles Creek Time: 6.00pm to late Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayGala |
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Sunday 31st 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 1: 9.15am for 9.30am - meet at Amama picnic area at 8.45, followed by morning tea at 10.45am. Tour 2: 10.45am - Morning tea at the Village Green Cafe, Busby St, Amamoor followed by tour starting at 11.30am. Tickets: tinyurl.com/GourMayMacadamias2 |
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