Thursday 28 and Friday 29 March, 2024 | Moora Park, Shorncliffe
Presented by the Sandgate & Bayside Chamber of Commerce, the renowned Bluewater Festival hosted at Shorncliffe Pier is an event of exceptional caliber.
Overview of the Bluewater Festival
Commencing on Thursday, March 28th, from 4-8pm, attendees can relish in a serene waterfront experience. Indulge in an array of culinary delights from food trucks, accompanied by live musical performances and refreshing beverages.
Continuing the excitement on Friday, March 29th, the Festival runs from 9:30am-8pm. Moora Park, Shorncliffe will be bustling with a plethora of entertainment options, including live bands, interactive children’s workshops, thrilling rides, diverse food selections, and vibrant markets, culminating in an evening beach party capped off with a spectacular fireworks display.
Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Shorncliffe foreshore, the festival coincides with the annual Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race on Friday, offering prime viewing spots for spectators. It’s an ideal vantage point to witness the commencement of this prestigious race and observe the Multihull Yacht race kickoff near the Pier.
In 1997, Anne Hobbs and her innovative team inaugurated the inaugural Bluewater Festival, which has since flourished into one of the premier events held on Good Friday.
Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race
The Bluewater Festival at Shorncliffe affords unparalleled waterfront vistas for the official commencement of Australia’s second-largest yacht race, the 75th Brisbane to Gladstone. This race stands as one of Australia’s foremost offshore yacht competitions, occurring annually over the Easter weekend since 1949.
The Multihull Yachts initiate the race just off the Shorncliffe Pier, offering spectators an extraordinary spectacle with the firing of cannons and the graceful motion of these majestic vessels.
