What's on this month
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Clydesdale & Heavy Horse Field Days
Come and see the heavy horses that built our nation. 2018 marks the 41st official Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Field Days in Australia. Today's Clydesdale, Shire, Percheron and Australian Draught horse breeds all have ancestral roots that stem back to when the first settlers brought their horses to ex...
Featured Events
Laidley Spring Festival
The Laidley Spring Festival is building to once again be three days of events with something for everyone! The festival theme for 2018 is Songs of Yesteryear - so let your imagination run wild. The festival kicks off on Thursday with something new added each day! On Thursday 6 September, the festiv...
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Spring Orchid Show
The Laidley Cultural Centre will transform into a colourful paradise for the festival! Be wowed by the incredible Spring Orchid Show in the main auditorium created by theLockyer Valley Orchid Society.From the delightful Vandas through to the magnificent Cymbidiums – they will delight and...
Featured Events
Laidley Spring Festival
The Laidley Spring Festival is building to once again be three days of events with something for everyone! The festival kicks off on Thursday with something new added each day! On Thursday 6 September, the festival starts with the Quilt and Craft Expo, Spring Orchid Show, Botanical Cafe featuring d...
Markets
Spring Orchid Show
The Laidley Cultural Centre will transform into a colourful paradise for the festival! Be wowed by the incredible Spring Orchid Show in the main auditorium created by theLockyer Valley Orchid Society.From the delightful Vandas through to the magnificent Cymbidiums – they will delight and...
Featured Events
Laidley Spring Festival
The Laidley Spring Festival is building to once again be three days of events with something for everyone! The festival kicks off on Thursday with something new added each day! On Thursday 6 September, the festival starts with the Quilt and Craft Expo, Spring Orchid Show, Botanical Cafe featuring d...
Markets
Spring Orchid Show
The Laidley Cultural Centre will transform into a colourful paradise for the festival! Be wowed by the incredible Spring Orchid Show in the main auditorium created by theLockyer Valley Orchid Society.From the delightful Vandas through to the magnificent Cymbidiums – they will delight and...
music
2019 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival - Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum
On the long Weekend in May, the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival takes over the Valley! It's a great weekend to head just one hour west of Brisbane and 'get your country on'! There's three days of country experiences with something for everyone. Laidley Pioneer Village & MuseumOn Saturday,&nb...
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2019 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival - Das Neumann Haus
On the long Weekend in May, the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival takes over the Valley! It's a great weekend to head just one hour west of Brisbane and 'get your country on'! There's three days of country experiences with something for everyone. Laidley Heritage WeekendOn Saturday,Das Neumann...
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2019 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival - Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum
On the long Weekend in May, the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival takes over the Valley! It's a great weekend to head just one hour west of Brisbane and 'get your country on'! There's three days of country experiences with something for everyone. Laidley Pioneer Village & MuseumOn Saturday,&nb...
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2019 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival - Das Neumann Haus
On the long Weekend in May, the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival takes over the Valley! It's a great weekend to head just one hour west of Brisbane and 'get your country on'! There's three days of country experiences with something for everyone. Laidley Heritage WeekendOn Saturday,Das Neumann...
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"UP THE CREEK" FESTIVAL
The Mount Sylvia State School P&C Association invites you to visit our picturesque part of the Lockyer Valley. Come and enjoy an afternoon and evening of family fun activities and markets. Our market will showcase Lockyer Valley produce, handcrafted wares and gifts &nb...
Featured Events
Laidley Spring Festival
The Laidley Spring Festival kicks off on Thursday with fantasticfeatures suitable for everyone! This year's festival is building to be three days of events where we celebrate all things Spring! On Thursday 12 September, the festivalcommences with the stunning Quilt and Craft Expo,...
General
Open Gardens Scheme
During the Laidley Spring Festival, Lockyer Valley's best gardens are open for visitors! From Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 September, between 10am and 2pm each day, registered properties are open for viewing. Despite one of the worst droughts in a number of years, residents have worked hard to maintai...
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Open Gardens Scheme
During the Laidley Spring Festival, Lockyer Valley's best gardens are open for visitors! From Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 September, between 10am and 2pm each day, registered properties are open for viewing. Despite one of the worst droughts in a number of years, residents have worked hard to maintai...
Festivals
Celtic Festival of Queensland
The Celtic Festival of Queensland is a celebration of all things Celtic and an opportunity to come and learn about your Celtric heritage and have fun at the same time. The festival is a free entry event and will run from 10am til 3pm. Food and drinks are available to purchase on there will be plenty...
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2020 Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival - POSTPONED
Due to the current restrictions on non-essential gatherings, it is with much regret that we postpone the Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival this year. We feel it was the only option given that the safety of our volunteers and visitors are the priority at this time. Once a new date has been set, this l...
Festivals
Gatton Heavy Horse Field Days - CANCELLED
With worldwide uncertainties about Corona virus, and the importance of isolation and keeping healthy, plus the latest press release from EA/EQ who cover the event for insurance purposes, the committee have made the decision to cancel the event. This decision has been made in the best interest of me...
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Laidley Spring Festival - COVID Version
What does the COVID version of the Laidley Spring Festival look like? This year, the Festival may not be offering all the fun of the fair, but the town of Laidley is open for business and we have events, great cafes and pubs, museums and free camping to tempt you. The Horticultural Expo Market Days ...
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Laidley Spring Festival - COVID Version
What does the COVID version of the Laidley Spring Festival look like? This year, the Festival may not be offering all the fun of the fair, but the town of Laidley is open for business and we have events, great cafes and pubs, museums and free camping to tempt you. The Horticultural Expo Market Days ...
Festivals
Laidley Spring Festival - COVID Version
What does the COVID version of the Laidley Spring Festival look like? This year, the Festival may not be offering all the fun of the fair, but the town of Laidley is open for business and we have events, great cafes and pubs, museums and free camping to tempt you. The Horticultural Expo Market Days ...
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MURPHYS CREEK CHILLI, CHOCOLATE AND CHEESE FESTIVAL
�September 20, 2020 �Free Family Fun �Free Parking with $5 donation per car to local Fire Brigade �Free Entertainment �Beer Garden and wine tasting �The Best Chilli, Chocolate & Cheese Companies �Food Trucks ���Eating Challenges �Pet Friendly...
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Lockyer Valley Multicultural Festival - 2021
Bringing the world to you. All in one day, all in one place. Feast on foods from far away lands as you peruse our International Market. Enjoy hours of live entertainment or even try one of our dance workshops including Aboriginal Dance, Belly Dance and Capoeira! Come along and c...
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Chrome & Clutter Retro Festival 2021
Let's get ready to rumble...............Three days of cars, hot rods, music, dance, vintage caravans! Just $10 gets you in all weekend. Three day annual community Festival - Friday Saturday and Sunday. Always held on the last weekend in June. It is a not for profit and many of the local community ...
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Chrome & Clutter Retro Festival 2021
Let's get ready to rumble...............Three days of cars, hot rods, music, dance, vintage caravans! Just $10 gets you in all weekend. Three day annual community Festival - Friday Saturday and Sunday. Always held on the last weekend in June. It is a not for profit and many of the local community ...
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Chrome & Clutter Retro Festival 2021
Let's get ready to rumble...............Three days of cars, hot rods, music, dance, vintage caravans! Just $10 gets you in all weekend. Three day annual community Festival - Friday Saturday and Sunday. Always held on the last weekend in June. It is a not for profit and many of the local community ...
General
Laidley Spring Festival 2021
Experience the vibrant wonders of spring, gardening, art and culture at the 2021 Laidley Spring Festival!From Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 September, witness Laidley bloom with live music, exhibitions and displays across ten venues. This year, the Laidley Cultural Centre will be holding the spect...
General
Open Gardens 2021 - Laidley Spring Festival
During the Laidley Spring Festival, Lockyer Valley's best gardens are open for visitors! From Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 September, between 10am and 2pm each day, registered properties are open for viewing. Residents have worked hard to maintain their gardens in times of great pressure, and they are ...
General
Laidley Spring Festival 2021
Experience the vibrant wonders of spring, gardening, art and culture at the 2021 Laidley Spring Festival!From Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 September, witness Laidley bloom with live music, exhibitions and displays across ten venues. This year, the Laidley Cultural Centre will be holding the spect...
Markets
Laidley Spring Festival 2021
Experience the vibrant wonders of spring, gardening, art and culture at the 2021 Laidley Spring Festival!From Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 September, witness Laidley bloom with live music, exhibitions and displays across ten venues. Saturday 11 September offers all the usual festival highlights P...
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Murphys Creek Chilli Festival, 20 March 2022
Prepare your taste buds for the best chilli fest in the west, Sunday March 20, 2022 10-3pm. $1 to enter, free parking behind the Hall. Over 100products to sample and shop! Plus loads of fresh food truck options and cool, cooling drinksplus fun eating comps and plenty of kids ...
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Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival 2022
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The Lockyer Valley Heritage Festival on Saturday 9 April will celebrate the rich and vibrant history of the region. With three participating venues across the region, you can spend the day checking out the historical displays and house museums, set amongst some beautiful backdrops ...
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Lockyer Multicultural Festival 2022
Discover the world all in one place, all in one day! Live entertainment from all over the globe International food stalls including Bush Tucker fusion! Over 50 unique market and information stalls FREE activities and workshops Lantern Parade! No passport req...
Festivals
Art Workshop - Printmaking
An easy and affordable introduction to printmaking to produce A5 flower designs for framing or card giving. Printmaking using printing foam, collage and watercolour paints. Printing Foam is an easy, economic and very popular introduction to printmaking. Made from a thin, soft polystyrene, printing...
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Horticultural Expo at Laidley Spring Festival
The Horticultural Expo is a foundation event of the Laidley Spring Festival. At this venue you will findThe Horticultural Expo Market Days,a totally gardening event! Browse the markets stalls, trade sites, enjoy a coffee and a selection of food from the food trucks on site. ...
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Spring Artist's Exhibition at Laidley Spring Festival
The Lutheran Church is hosting the Lockyer Valley Art Society (LASI) artists for this year's Spring Festival. Pottery is a welcome addition this year with the artist's having had a new kiln set up at their Art Centre based at Kensington Grove. Members of Lockyer Valley Art Society will be on...
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Quilt & Craft Expo at Laidley Spring Festival
In the Hall & Church - Marvel over the display of quilts in the church that will leave you speechless. It's a generational thing, the Quilt and Craft Show. As you wander in awe, meet the families that have planned this show over the years, hear the stories and be sure to get some great ph...
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!! NEW !! Lockyer Art Trail Event
The Art Trail showcases artists from across the Lockyer Valley as part of the Laidley Spring Festival. Travelling from Toowoomba? Start the trail from bottom to top and enjoy stops at Upper Tenthill, Gatton and Forest Hill. Travelling from Brisbane? Join us for Laidley Spring Festival and se...
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Open Garden Trail at Laidley Spring Festival
Laidley Spring Festival's renowned Open Gardens will once again showcase some of the region's loveliest gardens. The Open Gardens is a great opportunity to acknowledge the dedicated and creative gardeners who call the Lockyer Valley home. Registrations are open now so be sure to check back on this...
