Around the Festival
Carnival Rides
Thrills and fun from Thursday to Sunday, with exciting rides for all ages! Don't miss 2-for-1 rides on Sunday, April 5th, from 10 AM – 2 PM! Grab your coupons in Gladstone Today Newspaper (Dates TBC) and join the excitement!
Thursday 25th March 2027, 6pm - 10.30pm
Friday 26th March 2027, 10.00am - 10.30pm
Saturday 27th March 2027, 10.00am - 10.30pm
Sunday 28th March 2027, 10.00am - 10.30pm
Food trucks
Satisfy your cravings from Thursday to Sunday with a delicious selection of food trucks at the festival food court! From sweet treats to savoury bites, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out!
Food Court
Shell QGC
Roving Entertainers
This year, the festival comes alive with Curbside Carnies, a mobile circus bringing dazzling tricks, stilt walkers, and interactive performances! Catch them roaming the festival grounds all Easter weekend for non-stop fun and surprises!
Festival weekend
WICET's Marina Markets
There will be something on offer for everyone at WICET's Marina Markets in the CQU Carpark, held over two days at the Gladstone Harbour Festival.
Friday 26th March &
Saturday 27th March 2027
8am-4pm
Boluda Towage Australia Great Raft Regatta
Come join the fun and cheer on all the incredible rafts as they fight to the line in Auckland Creek, near the Yacht Club boat ramp.