A Wound Full of Stars: Saturday 20 June, 2026 Presented by Roman Jean and vera Bond at the Old Witta school, 316 Witta Road, Witta. Step into an intimate evening of original songs, piano, guitars and voice performed  in private spaces for small audiences. Tickets at the link.

Tour Ewan Maddock Dam and Water Treatment Plant: Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 June, 2025 Join Seqwater for a behind-the-scenes look at Ewen Maddock Dam and Water Treatment Plant! Free event. Check availability and book at the link.

Outspoken with Kate Holden: Wednesday 24 June, 2026 Maleny Community Centre. In The Ruin of Magic, award-winning writer Kate Holden meditates on her instinctive yearning for a long-ago Europe against the natural belonging she feels to the Australian landscape, and asks, What is a home? The strongest shelter or the most lethal trap? A museum of ourselves or a showcase of fashions? 6pm-8pm. Book at the link.

Winter Bird Survey: Friday 26 June, 2026

Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, 148 Mountain View Rd, Maleny. Bird enthusiast Rob Kernot leads the early‑morning seasonal bird surveys. This ongoing citizen‑science activity offers you the chance to help monitor the reserve’s rich birdlife and observe which species are present at different times of the year. Approximate duration 90 minutes. Participation is free, however registration is essential.

Mazarine Ensemble Album Launch Concert: Friday 26 June, 2026 Maleny Community Centre. Mazarine is a 9 piece ensemble performing original compositions influenced by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions. With repertoire ranging from orchestral soundscapes to upbeat folk style tunes, Join them for the launch of their debut album Sweet Moon Language. 6.30-9.00pm. Tickets at the link.

Film Screening – My Brother’s Band: Saturday 27 June, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

Knitfest Yarn Market: Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 July, 2026 A fibre art and craft focussed market over two venues at Maleny State School, 16 Bunya Street, Maleny and Maleny RSL.

Queensland Garden Expo: 10-11-12 July, 2026 Held at Nambour Showgrounds. This four-day expo is Queensland’s premier gardening event attracting visitors from all over Australia. Some of Australia’s leading gardening experts will take part in four days of lectures, demonstrations, and workshops.

Film Screening – The North: Saturday 11 July, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

The Curated Plate: Friday 24 July – Sunday 2 August, 2026 The Curated Plate is a 10 day food and lifestyle festival, filled with once-in-a-lifetime dining experiences and bespoke events in the picturesque surrounds of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.

Open Studios Sunshine Coast: Coast 18-19 July | Hinterland 25-26 July Open Studios Sunshine Coast provides a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes, connect directly with makers, and support the region’s artistic community. The curated art trails travel through the hinterland from the Glass House Mountains to Mapleton and along the coastline from Caloundra to Coolum and everywhere in between.

Film Screening – Mr Npbody Against Putin: Saturday 25 July, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

Candlelight – Vivaldi’s Four Seasons: Saturday 27 July, 2026 Flaxton Gardens, 313-327 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton. Discover the music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasonsunder the gentle glow of candlelight. 6.00pm. Book at the link.

Goodfest Gathering of Oral delights Festival: Friday 31 July – Sunday 2 August, 2026 Location: Maleny Lane, Maleny Community Centre. Three days of spoken word, slam poetry, live music and storytelling in the heart of the Maleny hinterland. GOODFEST brings together poets, performers and audiences from across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and beyond. Further details and tickets at the link.

Hells Bells Adventure Race: Saturday 8 – Sunday 9 August, 2026 Mapleton – Hells Bells is a non-stop 24 hour adventure race involving trekking, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure disciplines. Mixed, Male or Female teams of two or four must navigate their way unsupported through an arduous 120 plus kilometres course that is only revealed to them hours before the race. Run concurrently with Fairy Bells adventure race

Film Screening – Blue Moon: Saturday 8 August, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

Film Screening – The Golden Spurtle: Saturday 22 August, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

Film Screening – Primavera: Saturday 5 September, 2026 Two screenings at the Maleny Community Centre in Maple Street. Matinee @ 3.00pm | Evening @ 7.00pm. Matinee – doors open at 2.30pm for tea/coffee/slices. Evening – doors open at 6.00pm for tea/coffee/slices. BYO nibbles, meal or restaurant take-away. Tables provided. Tickets available at the Maleny Visitor Information Centre. See the trailer.

Celebrating 100 Years of the Witta Rec Club: Saturday 12 September, 2026 Located at 351 Witta Road, Witta, the Witta Recreation Club will celebrate a century of community sport and spirit with a FREE family day of entertainment followed by a licensed, ticketed event in the evening complete with live music.

Spring Bird Survey: Friday 25 September, 2026 Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, 148 Mountain View Rd, Maleny. Bird enthusiast Rob Kernot leads the early‑morning seasonal bird surveys. This ongoing citizen‑science activity offers you the chance to help monitor the reserve’s rich birdlife and observe which species are present at different times of the year. Approximate duration 90 minutes. Participation is free, however registration is essential..

Maleny Garden Club Spring Fair: Saturday 3 October, 2026 Garden Market at the Maleny Showgrounds, Maleny Stanley River Road, Maleny. 8am-3pm. Private Open Gardens 9.30am-4.00pm. Free onsite parking | Indoor & outdoor stalls | Huge variety of plants & produce | Food vender/coffee van | Coach groups welcome | Free plant cloakroom | Registered assistance dogs only.

Rangebow Festival: Friday 9 – Sunday 18 October, 2026 A diverse and creative not-for-profit festival at multiple sites across the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The program features film, theatre, arts, taste, music, nature and cultural events to celebrate community, diversity, inclusivity, reconciliation, sustainability, creativity and expression.

Maleny Wood Expo: Friday 16 – Sunday 18 October, 2026 Postponed until October 2027 Come along to the relaunch of the Maleny Wood Expo at Maleny Showgrounds, Stanley River Road, Maleny. This institution with Woodies over the past 30 years returns! Watch age. link for update as plans progress.

Milky Way Masterclass: Sunday 24 October, 2026 Do you want to learn night photography to capture the beautiful Milky Way? Join multi-award-winning photographer David Magro for a night under the stars!

Maleny Music Festival: Friday 6 November –  Sunday 8 November 2026  2026 Winner of QMUSIC Festival of the Year People’s Choice Awards Held at Maleny Showgrounds Three days. Seven venues. Licensed bars. Delicious food. Hot showers. Kids program. Get involved in blackboard, lantern parade, singing and (BYO) instrument sessions, Meditation and QiGong mindful mornings, Party vibes and music filled nights. Weekend and Day tickets available.

Sculpture on the Edge: Saturday 28 November – Monday 7 December, 2026 Presented by Arts Connect at Flaxton Gardens. Open 8am-2pm daily. Features a wide selection of indoor and outdoor art work. All art pieces are available to purchase.

Summer Bird Survey: Friday 18 December, 2026 Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, 148 Mountain View Rd, Maleny Bird enthusiast Rob Kernot leads the early‑morning seasonal bird surveys. This ongoing citizen‑science activity offers you the chance to help monitor the reserve’s rich birdlife and observe which species are present at different times of the year. Approximate duration 90 minutes. Participation is free, however registration is essential.