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Stay updated on Ipswich’s signature events, produced or supported by Ipswich City Council, including five major festivals and year-round celebrations. Follow us for event updates, behind the scenes and all the news on the biggest and best festivals in the City

23/10/2026

💡 IPSWICH, ARE YOU READY TO SPARKLE? 🎄

Next week, entries open for the City of Ipswich Christmas Lights Competition, proudly presented by Narellan Pools Ipswich & South Brisbane.

Now is the perfect time to start planning your display, testing those lights, and adding a little extra Christmas magic to your home 💫

📅 Entries open: Friday 30 October 2026, 9.00am

Get ready to help light up the city with festive cheer! Link in comments for more information ⬇️

23/09/2026

🎉 The 2027 CMC Rocks line-up has landed! Tix on sale 10am AEST, Fri 25 Sep.

20/09/2026

🎄 MARKET STALL APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN 🎄

Ipswich Festivals is inviting market stall holders to apply for a space at St Nicholas Precinct, running nightly from 11–20 December 2026.

Be part of this magical festive event featuring Christmas lights, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and thousands of visitors enjoying the holiday season in the heart of Ipswich.

✨ Secure your stall and showcase your products at one of Ipswich's favourite Christmas events. Application link in comments ⬇️

18/09/2026

REMINDER: 🎉 SHARE YOUR FESTIVAL FEEDBACK FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN 🎉

We'd love to hear about your Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage experience. Complete our short survey and go in the draw to win a $300 Ipswich Entertainment & Dining Package, including a $200 General Public Ipswich voucher and a $100 The Prince Alfred Hotel voucher!

📝 Complete the survey by 11.59 pm, Sunday 27 September 2026 to enter.

Your feedback helps us create even better festivals and events across Ipswich 🤩
Take the survey 👉 link in comments ⬇️

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage proudly presented by Ipswich Festivals in partnership with Metal Biz Recyclers - Cash For Cars Brisbane.

17/09/2026

🤠 GET INVOLVED IN AUSTRALIA'S BIGGEST COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 🤠

CMC Rocks is gearing up for Year 20 in 2027 and would love you to be a part of it!

Want to join the crew, feed the crowd or set up shop? Applications are now open for:

🙋 Volunteers - https://www.cmcrocks.com/volunteers
🛍️ Market Stalls - https://www.cmcrocks.com/food-vendors-information
🌮 Food Vendors - https://www.cmcrocks.com/food-vendors-information

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16/09/2026

🎤 ST NICHOLAS PRECINCT ARTIST CALLOUT 🎄

Ipswich Festivals are on the lookout for talented local musicians and community groups, of all genres, to help transform the city into an upcoming magical Christmas wonderland during St Nicholas Precinct ✨

Market stall applications are also open 🛍️

If this could be you find out more 👉 link in comments ⬇️

13/09/2026

🎉 SHARE YOUR FESTIVAL FEEDBACK FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN 🎉

We'd love to hear about your Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage experience. Complete our short survey and go in the draw to win a $300 Ipswich Entertainment & Dining Package, including a $200 General Public Ipswich voucher and a $100 The Prince Alfred Hotel voucher!

📝 Complete the survey by 11.59 pm, Sunday 27 September 2026 to enter.

Your feedback helps us create even better festivals and events across Ipswich 🤩

Take the survey 👉 https://ierpty.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9o95qLxsE26xHEO?Source=SocialMedia

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage proudly presented by Ipswich Festivals in partnership with Metal Biz Recyclers - Cash For Cars Brisbane.

12/09/2026

⏳ WHAT'S ON TOMORROW AT QUEENS PARK 🌳

Round out your Galvanized festival with a day of heritage, history and live entertainment at beautiful Queens Park!

📅 Sunday 13 September
📍 Queens Park Pavilion
⏰ 10.00 am – 4.00 pm
💰 Free

✨ Sunday Program ✨
🔎Chasing Our Past with Ipswich Libraries
10.00 am – 11.30 am
Join Picture Ipswich Digital Archivist Melanie Rush as she uncovers historic views of Ipswich and the stories behind the images that helped shape the city's identity.

🏺 Hands on History: A QM Pop Up with Queensland Museum Rail Workshops
12.00 pm – 2.00 pm
Get up close to fascinating objects and artefacts from Queensland Museum in this interactive heritage experience.

🏡 The House Detective
2.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Discover the stories hidden within historic homes and learn how to research your own property's past with Marianne Taylor.

🏛️ Discover More with the Glass House, Bush House, Ipswich Nature Centre, Ipswich Croquet Club Inc, Ipswich Bowls Club Inc and Ipswich Little Theatre all opening across the weekend for special public access.

PLUS…
🎺 Picnic in the Park
⏰ 11.00 am – 2.00 pm
💰 Free
📍 Goleby Avenue, Queens Park

Pack a picnic and rug to enjoy Ipswich City Big Band perform amongst the stunning Bush and Orchid Houses gardens. Relax, explore and soak up the atmosphere in one of Ipswich's most treasured green spaces.

Make a day of it and celebrate Ipswich's stories, places and people at Queens Park this Sunday.

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Ipswich, QLD
4305

Website

http://www.ipswichfestivals.com.au/

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