Events
The who, what, when and WOW!
Where art, culture, and community throw a glitter bomb…
…and start a conga line.
Sunrise Celtic Chorus on Jinibara
9 October 2026
Welcome the dawn at Flaxton Gardens as music rises with the sun. Beneath the bunya trees, Celtic musicians, a First Nations artist and strings performing a magical sunrise collaboration that opens the 2026 Rangebow Festival.
Art with heart – MicroGallery x Little May
9 October 2026
A MicroGallery exhibition at Little May Espresso featuring artwork by artists from Spiral Inc’s creative studio.
100% of sales go directly to the artists.
#ArtWithHeart #LocalTalent #LocalLove
After Dinner Mintz – Cabaret
9 October 2026
Join us for a tantalising, absolutely unhinged variety spectacle with hilarity, high-voltage heels, and heart. This is chaotic cabaret done right.
Beyond Words
9 October 2026
Pause for a contemplative hour in the peaceful setting of St Mary’s Church. Inspired by Desiderata, gentle words of reflection play softly on a loop, creating a calm sanctuary to breathe, reset and reconnect during the festival.
Fish, chips… and a song
10 October 2026
A relaxed afternoon by the Mapleton Lilyponds. Grab some classic fish and chips, enjoy a cold drink, and add a song to the mix. This easygoing open mic invites locals and visitors to share music, poetry, stories, or simply settle in by the water and enjoy the atmosphere.
Icons Only – Rangebow 2026 Drag Pageant
10 October 2026
The queens become the icons.
Dolly, Marilyn, Kylie, Tina, Liza, Cher, and more come to life in a dazzling drag pageant celebrating the performers who defined glamour, attitude and unforgettable stage power.
Queerzine
11 October 2026
Whether you’re figuring yourself out, finding your voice, or just keen to understand the world a little better, this is your space. Join us at Rosetta’s event space for a hands-on zine-making workshop.
Remote Control
11 October 2026
Featuring Christian Hull, Remote Control is a gloriously chaotic live comedy game show where a giant television remote keeps changing the channel, unleashing outrageous games, unpredictable twists and audience-fuelled laughter.
Singin’ n Smokin’
11 October 2026
The powerful gospel voice of Andrea Kirwin fills the church with soaring harmonies, joined by accomplished organist Christian Gante, bringing the rich sound of St Mary’s historic organ to life. As the music rises, the Anglican minister gently swings the thurible, sending fragrant clouds of incense drifting through the candlelit space.
Trax on Tracks: Silent Disco
16 October 2026
A glowing silent disco inside the historic cane train depot at Tram Co. Choose your music channel, slip on your headphones and dance the night away.
Doggy Style: Sit. Stay. Slay.
17 October 2026
Unleash your pup’s inner fashionista at Doggy Style, the paw-sitively fabulous doggy fashion parade at Bark & Brew Pet Boutique. Expect outrageous outfits, wagging tails, proud humans and a whole lot of canine charisma.
Pineapple Parfait Cup
17 October 2026
Tennis meets Wonderland in this gloriously silly sporting spectacle. Costumes, croquet, playful competition, lunch and festival mischief transform the Montville Tennis Club into a colourful afternoon of laughter and community fun.
Q&A (Queer & Articulated): The Red Winter
17 October 2026
A story that challenges the way history has been written.
Join New York Times bestselling author Cameron Sullivan in conversation with Rangebow Festival Director Wayne Parcell as they explore The Red Winter - a thrilling collision of queer romance, dark magic, mythology and history.
Discover the inspiration behind this bewitching retelling of the Beast of Gévaudan, the art of bringing monsters to life, and why love, identity, power and redemption make such compelling stories.
Expect a fascinating conversation with plenty of bite!
Presented with Rosetta Books, Maleny.
Chapel of Love: Baroque Botanica
17 October 2026
An intimate early evening concert in Montvale’s chapel, The Glasshouse. Musicians from the Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra perform baroque favourites before guests linger over botanically inspired cocktails and mocktails created especially for the Rangebow Festival.
The Maria Anna Mozart Concert Tour
18 October 2026
Discover the extraordinary untold story of Mozart’s sister in an immersive fusion of film, live music and storytelling.
The Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra brings Jessica Wells’ award-winning Mozart’s Sister score to life, accompanied by evocative film visuals and live narration, revealing the remarkable story of Maria Anna “Nannerl” Mozart — a gifted musician and composer whose talent was overshadowed by history.
A powerful reimagining of whose music we remember — and whose we have forgotten.
Platypus whispers
18 October 2026
Join local wildlife guide Neil Andison for a relaxed walk along Obi Obi Creek, learning how to spot the elusive platypus in its natural habitat.
MicroFilm Festival
18 October 2026
A vibrant one-day celebration of short films, micro games, and creative storytelling — featuring screenings, workshops, industry conversations and the Rangebow MicroFilm Awards.
The Salon: Beautiful Music. Living Theatre.
18 October 2026
Experience an afternoon of music, theatre and elegance as an eighteenth-century musical salon comes to life around you. Wander among a live chamber orchestra and encounter costumed characters, in an immersive performance unlike any traditional concert.
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