Festival of Food & Wine
For three mouth-watering days and nights you can sample the world-famous produce from the Queensland Country region, all in one location.
Treat yourself to incredible flavours, produce and wine fresh from the bountiful pastures, orchards and wine vineyards of the region. The talent at this year’s festival is blooming great, don’t miss a beat! Join us for cool concert sounds from some of Australia’s most popular bands and musicians, while you enjoy fine food and wine at the Festival of Food & Wine. The music makers are going to be filling the Main Stage with cool sounds!
When
Friday 13 September 4pm – 10pm
Saturday 14 September 11am – 10pm
Sunday 15 September 11am – 8pm
Location
Children’s Policy:
All minors under 18 years MUST be accompanied by a Parent/Legal Guardian.
Children 2 years and under are admitted for free with a paying adult.
Upgrade Your Ticket
Botanical Society Day Pass 18+ Only
Private Bar | Private Outdoor Area | Premium Main Stage Viewing
Enjoy the Festival in style and upgrade your day pass to the Botanical Society Day Pass. The pass includes access to an exclusive area within the Festival of Food & Wine Festival, featuring its own private bar (and private loos!), and an outdoor lawn area, your choice of a reusable wine tumbler or stubby cooler, plus premium main stage viewing!
Your Ticket Includes
FEATURE ACTS
FRIDAY
merci, mercy
5:30pm - 6:30pm
dameeeela
7:00pm - 8:15pm
Mashd N Kutcher
8:45pm - 9:45pm
SATURDAY
Bullhorn
5:00pm - 6:15pm
Thirsty Merc
6:45pm - 8:00pm
James Reyne
8:30pm - 9:45pm
SUNDAY
Yacht Rock Revival
3:15pm - 4:30pm
Kate Ceberano
5:00pm - 6:15pm
Pete Murray
6:45pm - 8:00pm
FARM TO FORK
Anna Polyviou
See first hand how our colourful celebrity chef Anna Polyviou creates sensational sweets!
When:
Sat & Sun only
11.30am
1.30pm
3.30pm
See Anna’s full list of Festival recipes here!
Local BBQ Delights
Join local BBQ and smokehouse specialists as they cook up a selection of BBQ delights. Secure your spot at the tasting room to learn and taste more.
When:
Sat & Sun only
12.30pm
2.30pm
4.30pm
THE TASTING ROOM
Wine Tastings
Indulge in local wines from Nuova Scola and Jester Hill, featuring delicious regional grape varieties.
When:
Sat & Sun only
11.45am
1.45pm
3.45pm
Cheese Tastings
Learn about the techniques used by your favourite artisan cheesemakers, Bunya Cheese.
When:
Sat & Sun only
11.15am
1.15pm
3.15pm
Distillery Tastings
Learn how local artisan distillers make their range of spirits.
When:
Fri
5.15pm
Sat & Sun
12.45pm
2.45pm
4.45pm
Beer Appreciation
Learn about the brewing process, different beer styles and the booming craft beer industry in South East Queensland.
When:
Fri
4.45pm
Sat & Sun
12.15pm
2.15pm
4.15pm
EXTRAS
Live Music
Live music on the main stage
Feature Floral Designs
Don’t forget to get your selfie in from of this large-scale floral design, including thousands of petals.
Petals Patch
The Petals Patch is the perfect meeting spot to settle in with friends away from the crowds.
Beer Bar
Craft local and QLD beers available for purchase.
Cellar Doors
Over 15 pop up Cellar Doors to sample local wines
Cocktail Bar
If craft beer or a vino is not your go-to, then treat yourself and purchase a range of springtime inspired cocktails.
The Pit Yard
Find local BBQ bosses cooking up a selection of BBQ delights. Ask the teams for all the hints and tips for you to BBQ at home.
The Cubby House
Come and enjoy the kids zone with interactive and fun activities. *Children must be supervised by parents at all times.
11:00am – 5:00pm
Sat & Sun only!
Flower Crowns
Enjoy making your own bloomin’ lovely Flower Crown at the Flower Factory. Let your creativity grow with hands-on decorating.
Fri: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Sat & Sun: 11am – 5pm
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Merch
Secure your piece of the iconic TCOF to take home, esky bags, tea towels, hats and caps, stubby coolers, there is something for everyone.
FAQs
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| Fri 13 Sept | |
| 4.15pm - 5.15pm | SweetLipp |
| 5.30pm - 6.30pm | Merci, Mercy |
| 7pm - 8:15pm | Dameeeela |
| 8.30pm - 9.45pm | Mashd N Kutcher (LIVE) |
| Sat 14 Sept | |
| 11.30am - 12:30pm | Melanie Martin & Midnight Magic |
| 12.45pm - 1.45pm | Elizabeth Rae Band |
| 2pm - 3pm | Thursdays |
| 3.15pm - 4.30pm | Paperlane |
| 5pm - 6.15pm | Bullhorn |
| 6:45pm - 8pm | Thirsty Merc |
| 8:30pm - 9:45pm | James Reyne |
| Sun 15 Sept | |
| 11.15am - 12.15pm | Special Guest |
| 12.30pm - 1.30pm | Kingston Crumb |
| 1.45pm - 2.45pm | Cool Nights Big Band |
| 3.15pm - 4.30pm | Yacht Club Revival |
| 5pm - 6.15pm | Kate Ceberano |
| 6:45pm - 8pm | Pete Murray |
| Day Pass - Friday 13 Sept | ||
| Ticket Type | Early Bird Pass (from 14 June) | General Admission (from 1 August) |
| Adult 18+ | $60 | $75 |
| Concession 18+ | $35 | $50 |
| Youth 12-17yrs | $10 | $15 |
| Child 3-11yrs* | $5 | $10 |
| Day Pass - Sat 14 & Sun 15 Sept | ||
| Ticket Type | Early Bird Pass (from 14 June) | General Admission (from 1 August) |
| Adult 18+ | $75 | $95 |
| Concession 18+ | $40 | $60 |
| Youth 12-17yrs | $15 | $20 |
| Child 3-11yrs* | $7.50 | $12.50 |
| 3 Day Pass | ||
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (from 14 June) | General Admission (from 1 August) |
| Adult 18+ | $170 | $215 |
| Concession 18+ | $90 | $140 |
| Youth 12-17yrs | $30 | $45 |
| Child 3-11yrs* | $15 | $25 |
* Child 2 yrs and younger FREE
Botanical Society Upgrade is an extra $100 per ticket, per day.
Tickets will only be able to be purchased online.
No cash or EFTPOS sales will be available at the gate to purchase tickets. QR codes will be available at the gate to purchase on your own device.
Concession card ticket holders must possess a valid Australian pensioner, senior or student card and be 18+
The cardholder may only purchase one concession ticket and may not buy concession tickets for friends or family members who are not concession card holders.
Concession cards will be checked at the gate, with the presentation of a concession ticket.
Companion cards are accepted, and a carer can enter the Festival of Food and Wine free of charge. Please show your valid card at the entrance.
As per the terms and conditions of the ticket, Festival of Food & Wine tickets are non-transferable. Please ensure you select the correct day you wish to attend when purchasing a ticket.
Oztix has a resale facility, Tixel, where are are able to list your current ticket for resale. You will then require a new ticket for the day you wish to attend.
No ATMs on site.
Stallholders (food and wine) may accept cash at their discretion but must provide EFTPOS at all times.
Box Office, Merchandise, Beer and Cocktail bars are all EFTPOS only.
The Festival of Food and Wine is located in Upper Queens Park, on the corner of Margaret St and Lindsay St, Toowoomba. The main entrance is located on Margaret St.
Street parking is available around Queens Park on Margaret St, Lindsay St and Hume St. Public carparks located in the CBD are a 5 to 10 minute walk from the venue.
Outside food and drink is not permitted inside the Festival of Food and Wine due to Food & Liquor Licensing laws. The following items are NOT permitted in the Festival: fireworks, illicit drugs, non-media accredited recording devices, laser lights, glow sticks, animals, any other illegal or dangerous items.
Yes, Attendees are more than welcome to bring chairs, picnic rugs and other portable seating with them into the festival.
Yes, however it MUST be a sealed water bottle or empty water bottle. If the seal is broken, you will be required to empty or dispose of the bottle before you enter the festival area.
Bottled water is available for purchase inside the festival.
Festival of Food & Wine 2024 Conditions of Sale of Tickets and Entry can be found here.
