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Queensland Symphony Orchestra – Symphony Under the Stars

Sat 25th May 2024, 7:30pm till 8:30pm
Rex Smeal Park

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Absolutely 80’s – Smash Hits Show

Wonderland Spiegeltent 2022

Fri 24th May 2024, 8pm - Sat 25th May 2024 9pm
Spiegeltent

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Popcorn Underground

Wonderland Spiegeltent Festival Hub
Various Times and Shows
Spiegeltent

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The Greatest Magic Show

Wonderland Spiegeltent Festival Hub

Sat 25th May 2024, Sun 26th May 2024 - 1pm
Spiegeltent

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The Longest Lunch – Tickets on sale early 2024!

Fri 24th May 2024, 12pm till 3pm
Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina

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Macrossan Street Parade

Fri 24th May 2024, 4:30pm onwards
Macrossan Street, Port Douglas

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Family Beach Day

Sat 25th May 2024, 9:00am till 3:00pm
Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas

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Some after-dark magic at @wonderland_spiegeltent’s Late Night Debauched. With burlesque, comedy, and sexy acts, it was a late-night romp like no other. 🔥💃 Pic by @tashyorkinit #LateNightVibes #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree #latenightdebauched #debauchedshow @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Looking for your next tropical getaway? Port Dougl Looking for your next tropical getaway? Port Douglas offers a slice of paradise with its pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant local culture. 🌴✨ Pic by @stacey.chirn #PortDouglasParadise #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
The night sky illuminated with vibrant colours and The night sky illuminated with vibrant colours and shapes as lasers dance across the night sky at Port Douglas Carnivale 🌴🤩 Clip by @xplosiveartfireworks #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Racing against the clock at the Douglas Dash! This Racing against the clock at the Douglas Dash! This 5km run took participants through the breathtaking Four Mile Beach and the Flagstaff Hill walking trail. Who got up early on Sunday morning to participate? 🏃‍♀️🌅 #DouglasDash Pics by @strategicpr1 #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
🪣 From sand sculpting competitions to beach act 🪣 From sand sculpting competitions to beach activities, music, and food trucks, Family Beach is always filled with laughter and sunshine. ☀️ Tag us in your favourite moments. 🏖️🌴 #FamilyFun #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
🎉 What a night! The opening party for @pdcarniv 🎉 What a night! The opening party for @pdcarnivale Tropical Neon Nights feat @sgt_slick was pretty awesome. Big shout out to @electricdreams for making this event happen! Pics by @electric_dreams_ #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Looking forward to Port Douglas Carnivale 2024? Sa Looking forward to Port Douglas Carnivale 2024? Save the date and get ready for another round of special moments, incredible food, and non-stop fun. 🗓️ Friday 24th to Sunday 26th May 🎉 #SaveTheDate Pics by @lukasteasdalephotography #pdcarnivale #carnivale2024 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
With views like this over Four Mile Beach it’s e With views like this over Four Mile Beach it’s easy to see why so many rise early for their morning walk. Pic by @reef_resort_villas #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree #fourmilebeach @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
We love this clip by @nicoowalker, capturing the v We love this clip by @nicoowalker, capturing the vibes of #pdcarnivale perfectly 😍. Clip by @nicoowalker #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Aaaaahhh yes, Carnivale Beach Day … See you next Aaaaahhh yes, Carnivale Beach Day … See you next year ⛱️ 🌊🐚🌴🍍? 📅 Saturday, 25th May 📍 Four Mile Beach Pics by @catseye.style #pdcarnivale #carnivale2024 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Who doesn’t love a cocktail 🤔 especially when Who doesn’t love a cocktail 🤔 especially when the setting is this good 🌴🛥 🍸? Pics by @lukasteasdalephotography #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @sheratongrandportdouglas @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Tag yourself and your friends in the photos if you Tag yourself and your friends in the photos if you were lucky enough to be part of all the @propertyshopportdouglas #streetparade excitement 🎉📸. Pics by @strategicpr1 #Memories #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Port Douglas is known for its local food scene. Wh Port Douglas is known for its local food scene. What's your go-to restaurant or café in the area? Share your recommendations in the comments 🍽️🌴 Pic by @nicolee.lindblom #FoodieParadise #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
We just love the vibrant energy at the @propertysh We just love the vibrant energy at the @propertyshopportdouglas Macrossan Street Parade. This much-loved community event is always a #pdcarnivale favourite 🤸🏼‍♀️. Pics by @lukasteasdalephotography #Streetparade #PortDouglasCarnivale #MacrossanStreetParade #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
FNQ Gin Fest was nothing but gin-tastic 🍸 Like FNQ Gin Fest was nothing but gin-tastic 🍸 Like if you were there celebrating all things gin and discovering new flavours at this #pdcarnivale favourite on the waterfront? Pics by @strategicpr1 @crystalbrooksuperyachtmarina @hemingwaysfnq 🎉 #GinFest #PortDouglasCarnivale #fnqginfest #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Don’t try this at home 😉 How spectacular were Don’t try this at home 😉 How spectacular were the @wonderland_spiegeltent shows at this year’s #pdcarnivale, and who can’t wait to do it all again in 2024? Pics by @strategicpr1 #wonderlandspiegeltent #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #carnivale2024 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree #wonderlandspiegeltent @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
From best-dressed dogs to hilarious tricks, this y From best-dressed dogs to hilarious tricks, this year’s Pooch Party was a day of fun and games for our furry friends, a tail-wagging extravaganza so to speak 😀 Tag us in your best pooch pics 🐾🎉 #PoochParty Pics by @strategicpr1 #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Shenanigans with @windswell_kite_sup_reef at the @ Shenanigans with @windswell_kite_sup_reef at the @tinshedportdouglas Family Beach Day. Clip by @windswell_kite_sup_reef #familybeachday #standuppaddleboarding #pdcarnivale #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
Winter in tropical paradise looks exactly like thi Winter in tropical paradise looks exactly like this 📸 End your winter blues, and head north for a little warmth, sunshine 🌞, and of course, endless golden beaches ⛱. 🛫 Have we convinced you yet? Pic by @paradiselinksresort #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
🎉🎪 Popcorn Underground Cabaret left us dazzl 🎉🎪 Popcorn Underground Cabaret left us dazzled for days. Did you have a seat in the house? Pic by @strategicpr1 @wonderland_spiegeltent #PopcornUndergroundCarnival #PortDouglasCarnivale #pdcarnivale #carnivale2023 #partyinparadise #tropicalparadise #foodfestival #artsfestival #portdouglas #daintree @douglasshirecouncil #douglasshirecouncil @tropicalnorthqueensland #exploretnq @portdouglasdaintree #portdouglasdaintree @queensland #queensland @australia #australia
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Showcasing the best of Tropical North Queensland from local food and wines, to talented musicians and friendly, family fun, Port Douglas Carnivale is one of Australia’s most exciting and diverse events.

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What can we say other than Thank You for being a part of the fun for this year’s Port Douglas Carnivale. Our region shone bright and visitors and locals were …More

World Famous Café Del Mar Will Present an Unforgettable Sunset Session during Port Douglas Carnivale
World Famous Café Del Mar Will Present an Unforgettable Sunset Session during Port Douglas Carnivale

World famous for celebrating spectacular sunsets in Ibiza since the 80’s, Café Del Mar remains one of the much-loved Spanish island’s most treasured venues to this day. The true pioneers of bringing music, sensational sunsets and fun together with Mediterranean food and cool drinks, this special Café Del Mar edition of the regular Sunset Sessions at Sheraton is sure to be a hot ticket during Port Douglas Carnivale 2023.

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