Festival of Food & Wine
For three mouth-watering days you can sample the world-famous produce of Southern Queensland Country, 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 8 September 4pm – 10pm
Saturday 9 September 11am – 10pm
Sunday 10 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, plus premium main stage viewing!
Grazing Box
Grazing Boxes are an excellent add on to your ticket. Bursting with delicious local produce from the Toowoomba Region and South East Queensland, including…
- Kenilworth Dairy and Woombye cheeses
- Cold meats
- Coolbardie Olives
- Kokopod Chocolate
- Nuts, wafer crackers, homemade chilli jam and edible flowers (of course!)
Grazing boxes are suitable for 2-4 people and cost $75.
Add on with your ticket purchase.
Your Ticket Includes
FEATURE ACTS
FRIDAY
Steph Strings
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Budjerah
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sneaky Sound System
8:30pm - 9:45pm
SATURDAY
Hamilton Band
5:00pm - 6:15pm
Chocolate Starfish
6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hoodoo Gurus
8:30pm - 9:45pm
SUNDAY
Dreams Show - Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show
3:15pm - 4:30pm
Eurogliders
5:00pm - 6:15pm
Jon Stevens
6:45pm - 8:00pm
FARM TO FORK
Justine Schofield
See first hand how our celebrity chef Justine Schofield showcases a range of in season produce from around the Toowoomba Region.
When:
11.30am – 12.00pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
3.30pm – 4.00pm
Sat & Sun only!
The Paddock Butchery
Find The Paddock Butchery cooking up a selection of BBQ delights. Secure your spot at the tasting room to learn and taste more.
When:
12.30pm – 1.00pm
2.30pm – 3.00pm
4.30pm – 5.00pm
Sat & Sun only!
THE TASTING ROOM
Wines & Cheese
Indulge in delicious artisan Bunya Cheese handpicked to compliment stunning local wines from Clovely Estate and Balancing Heart Vineyard featuring delicious regional grape varieties.
When:
11.30am – 12.00pm
2.30pm – 3.00pm
Sat & Sun only!
Pechey Distilling Co. Tastings
Learn how local artisan Pechey Distilling Co. make their range of spirits.
When:
1.30pm – 2.00pm
4.30pm – 5.00pm
Sat & Sun only!
Beer Appreciation
Learn about the brewing process, different beer styles and the booming craft beer industry in South East Queensland.
When:
12.30pm – 1.00pm: 4 Brothers Brewing
3.30pm – 4.00pm: Burleigh Brewing
5:30pm – 6:00pm: 4 Brothers Brewing
Sat & Sun only!
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 the Paddock Butchery cooking up a selection of BBQ delights. Ask the team 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
| Fri 8 Sept | |
| 4.15pm - 5.15pm | Perry Street Park |
| 5.30pm - 6.30pm | Steph Strings |
| 7pm - 8pm | Budjerah |
| 8.30pm - 9.45pm | Sneaky Sound System |
| Sat 9 Sept | |
| 11.30am - 12:30pm | Signy Janelle Duo |
| 12.45pm - 1.45pm | Kingston Crumb |
| 2pm - 3pm | Fenny & The Mets |
| 3.15pm - 4.30pm | Cool Nights Big Band |
| 5pm - 6.15pm | Hamilton Band |
| 6:45pm - 8pm | Chocolate Starfish |
| 8:30pm - 9:45pm | Hoodoo Gurus |
| Sun 10 Sept | |
| 11.15am - 12.15pm | SweetLipp |
| 12.30pm - 1.30pm | Fibonacci Band |
| 1.45pm - 2.45pm | The Hobsons |
| 3.15pm - 4.30pm | Dreams Show - Fleetwood Mac & Stevie Nicks Tribute Show |
| 5pm - 6.15pm | Eurogliders |
| 6:45pm - 8pm | Jon Stevens |
| Day Pass | |||
| Ticket Type | Early Bird Pass (from 1 June) | 2nd Release (from 1 July) | General Admission (from 5 August) |
| Adult 18+ | $60 | $75 | $90 |
| Concession 18+ | $40 | $50 | $60 |
| Youth 12-17yrs | $10 | $12 | $15 |
| Child 3-11yrs* | $5 | $7 | $10 |
| 3 Day Pass | |||
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (from 1 June) | 2nd Release (from 1 July) | General Admission (from 5 August) |
| Adult 18+ | $135 | $165 | $195 |
| Concession 18+ | $90 | $115 | $140 |
| Youth 12-17yrs | $20 | $25 | $30 |
| Child 3-11yrs* | $10 | $15 | $20 |
* Child 2 yrs and younger FREE
Botanical Society Upgrade is an extra $60 per ticket
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+
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.
No ATMs on site.
Stallholders (food and wine) may accept cash 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.
Festival of Food & Wine 2023 Conditions of Sale of Tickets and Entry can be found here.
