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Top Gigs & Events Across Moreton Bay 5–7 September 2025

Looking for something to do this weekend? From live music and comedy to creative workshops and markets, Moreton Bay is packed with gigs and events for every taste. Whether you’re after a relaxed Sunday session or high-energy entertainment, here’s your guide to the best events happening from Friday 5 September to Sunday 7 September 2025.

Newport

Welshcake Making Workshop

7 September 2025

Newport Market, Newport
Workshop & Food Experience
Join Joe for a hands-on Welshcake making class, where you’ll flip, roll and sprinkle your way to delicious creations.
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Caboolture

Conversational English

5 September 2025

Caboolture Library
Community Workshop
A friendly session to practise conversational English in a supportive setting.
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Plan Your Podcast

6 September 2025

Caboolture Library
Creative Workshop
Learn the basics of podcasting and how to share your voice with the world.
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Tailgate Party – The Trucker Hat Appreciation Society

6 September 2025

Sundowner Hotel Motel, Caboolture
Live Music & Party
Celebrate trucker hat culture with live entertainment and good vibes.
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Mikara

6 September 2025

Caboolture Sports Club
Live Music
Enjoy a live set from Mikara at Caboolture Sports Club.
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North Lakes

CPR for Beginners

5–6 September 2025

North Lakes Library
Community Workshop
Learn essential CPR skills in this beginner-friendly training session.
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Writers Group

6 September 2025

North Lakes Library
Writing Group
Meet fellow writers, share your work, and get feedback in a supportive group.
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Esteban, The Switch Duo, Simone Cutting, Black Tie Affair & Lou Dickens

5–7 September 2025

North Lakes Sports Club
Live Music
A full weekend of live entertainment featuring a rotating line-up of talented acts.
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Burpengary

Mikara Anna, Danny Smith & Maddy Thomas

7 September 2025

Buddy Brewing, Burpengary
Live Music
Catch three performers across the weekend at Burpengary’s Buddy Brewing.
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Deception Bay

Sunday Pool Comp

7 September 2025

Deception Bay Tavern
Community Event
Test your skills in the local Sunday pool competition.
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Redcliffe

Fathers Day at Slow Smoke Bistro with Live Music by Maryann

7 September 2025

Slow Smoke Bistro, Margate
Live Music & Dining
Celebrate Father’s Day with a family feast and live tunes by Maryann.
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Margate

Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival – 60’s & 70’s Night

6 September 2025

Margate, Redcliffe
Tribute Show
Dance the night away to classic hits from the 60s and 70s.
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Woody Point

Funny Goats

5 September 2025

Bramble Bay Bowls Club, Woody Point
Comedy
A night of laughs with the Funny Goats comedy line-up.
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Scarborough

Liam Cougan

5 September 2025

Scarborough Harbour Brewing Co
Live Music
Acoustic tunes and good vibes by the water.
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Mount Glorious

Natsuko Yoshimoto & Umberto Clerici

7 September 2025

Elm House, Mount Glorious
Classical Music
An intimate chamber performance by violinist Natsuko Yoshimoto and cellist Umberto Clerici.
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From comedy and classical music to family markets and live gigs, Moreton Bay is buzzing with entertainment this weekend. Whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day, learning new skills, or simply enjoying local talent, this weekend is packed with reasons to get out and about.

Softball Queensland Masters Begins in Kippa-Ring and Clontarf

Photo Credit: Softball Queensland

Kippa-Ring and Clontarf are hosting matches in Queensland’s largest softball tournament as the 25th annual Softball Queensland Masters begins across the Moreton Bay region.

Background and Regional Significance

The Softball Queensland Masters Tournament is marking its 25th edition from Friday 1 August to Sunday 3 August 2025, drawing over 1,800 players, officials and supporters. Since 2019, the event has been held in partnership with the City of Moreton Bay, and is scheduled to return again in 2026.

The tournament rotates through key regional venues, with this year’s event based in Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, and Caboolture. Future expansions are targeting additional teams from New South Wales, Victoria, and New Zealand.

Tournament Scope and Logistics

A total of 114 teams are participating across 17 women’s divisions and 6 men’s divisions, with over 350 games scheduled across three days. Matches begin daily at 8:00 a.m., with all grand finals set for 3:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Venues include:

Talobilla Park in Kippa-Ring, home to the Redcliffe Leagues Softball Association and Redcliffe Padres Baseball Club
Ray Frawley Fields in Clontarf, used by the Redcliffe Junior Rugby Union Club
Dances Road Sports Ground in Caboolture, home of the Caboolture Sports Softball Association

Entry and Umpire Requirements

Team entries opened on 30 January and closed on 7 April, with confirmation of team lists by early July. Each team was required to register a minimum of nine players, nominate a team umpire, and complete payment to be accepted.

Teams are expected to supply umpires competent in both plate and base duties. Umpires must hold relevant Play by the Rules certifications and a valid Blue Card if over 18. Penalties apply for failing to meet assigned umpire responsibilities.

An umpires meeting was scheduled for 7:00 a.m. on 1 August.

Draw and Divisional Breakdown

Matches are being held from 1–3 August across all divisions. Women’s divisions range from 1 to 17, while the men’s divisions include 1, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Draws and results are available online via the tournament platform.

*Photo Credit: Softball Queensland/Facebook*

Ongoing Planning and Community Involvement

Organisers intend to expand the tournament by increasing team numbers and attracting more interstate and international participation. Continued backing from sponsors and regional partners supports the event’s sustainability and growth in the Moreton Bay area.

The event also draws a wide base of volunteers, families, and supporters, contributing to its operational scale and community presence.

What’s Next?

With hundreds of matches underway and thousands in attendance, the 2025 Softball Queensland Masters Tournament reinforces the role of Moreton Bay suburbs like Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, and Caboolture as key hosts for major community sport. Planning for the 2026 tournament is already in motion, with further expansion under consideration.

Published 31-July-2025

KiteFest Returns with New Free Format in Redcliffe

Photo Credit: Redcliffe KiteFest/Facebook

The annual KiteFest in Redcliffe will return with a free-entry format, shifting its focus to aerial displays and family-friendly kite-related activities.

Streamlined Format Marks New Chapter for KiteFest

Redcliffe’s annual KiteFest will adopt a simplified format when it returns to Pelican Park on 20-21 September. The event, once known for ticketed entertainment and stage shows, will now focus on its original feature — kite flying.

The 2025 edition will centre on large-scale kite performances, traditional and artistic kite designs, and public participation activities such as kite-making workshops and a public fly zone. Entry will be free of charge, allowing more families to attend without financial barriers.

Background and Past Format

Over recent years, KiteFest in Redcliffe had evolved into a ticketed event, offering stage performances, amusement rides, and a wide range of commercial stalls. The decision to streamline the event comes after a shift in priorities towards community accessibility and a return to the core visual element of kite flying.

*Photo Credit: Redcliffe KiteFest/Facebook*

Refocused Activities and Event Highlights

Held at Clontarf’s Pelican Park, the event will run over two days and feature food trucks and designated zones for kite-making and flying. Visitors are encouraged to bring picnic rugs and enjoy open spaces along the foreshore while watching professional kite flyers showcase designs from across the globe.

Event organisers have described the revised format as an opportunity to create a more relaxed, inclusive environment that places emphasis on sky displays rather than commercial attractions.

Broader Visitor Experience and Sponsorship

While the primary focus remains on kite displays, the event also aligns with seasonal tourism in the Redcliffe region. Visitors are encouraged to explore other local activities such as strawberry picking and whale watching.

Redcliffe KiteFest 2025 is supported by naming rights sponsor Vietjet, principal sponsor City of Moreton Bay, and major sponsors Ausbuild and Sesame Lane.

kite festival Australia — *Photo Credit: Redcliffe KiteFest/Facebook*

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Community Access and Vision

The revised model aims to increase accessibility, encouraging both locals and visitors to participate without ticketing constraints. Organisers have positioned the return to a simplified layout as a way to reconnect with the original community-focused spirit of the event.

Future Outlook

With the return to a free-entry, kite-centric format, the Redcliffe KiteFest is expected to draw wider community participation.

Published 15-July-2025

Redcliffe Bands To Battle It Out In Front Of Home Crowd

Photo Credit: Redcliffe Show Society/Facebook

Redcliffe school bands will take the stage in a live music competition this June, giving students a rare chance to perform and be judged in front of a local crowd.

Young Talent Centre Stage

The Battle of the School Bands, part of the Redcliffe Show from 27 to 29 June, takes place Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Showgrounds’ Stage Precinct. Five Moreton Bay schools are competing, with Redcliffe State High School bringing over 50 students across three ensembles.

Also participating are Albany Creek State High School, Southern Cross Catholic College, Humpybong State School and Scarborough State School. The event is designed to foster performance skills, confidence and peer learning, with each band receiving adjudicated feedback during their set.

A Full Weekend Of Family Fun

Beyond the band competition, the Redcliffe Show offers rides, fireworks, animal displays, food stalls and entertainment for all ages. Discounted tickets are available online, and children under five enter free. Rides require separate tickets.

*Photo Credit: Redcliffe Show Society/Facebook*

The Showgrounds will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and until 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Parking is available at the nearby Redcliffe High School Oval for a $5 donation, supporting the school’s music program.

Local Pride And Learning In Harmony

Andrew Will, music teacher at Redcliffe State High, said the event builds student confidence and offers valuable feedback beyond the classroom. He sees it as a chance to connect schools with the wider Redcliffe community through both learning and entertainment.

Schools also enter broader Redcliffe Show competitions in categories like art, craft and baking, with student contributions on display across multiple pavilions. These elements together make the event a showcase of young achievement and community involvement.

What To Expect On The Ground

The Redcliffe Showgrounds will be buzzing with activity, from Sideshow Alley to exhibitions. Highlights include the returning Honey Court and livestock judging.

The Battle of the School Bands remains one of the more anticipated highlights on the Friday schedule, blending competition with celebration as Redcliffe’s youngest performers take their moment on stage. For more information visit Redcliffe Show’s website.

Published 23-May-2025