PLAN YOUR VISIT
Local Attractions
The Gympie Region makes the perfect country getaway. With so much to experience, there's something for everyone!
Accommodation
Plan on staying for the weekend? We've got your accommodation options sorted! Book early to secure your spot.
CAMPING AT THE FESTIVAL
Get the full festival experience by camping on site! More details coming soon, subscribe now for first access to camping passes.
WHAT'S ON AT THE FESTIVAL?
Hold tight! Our full festival program is coming soon. Until then, you can check out some of our premium experiences by clicking below.
FROM SUNSHINE COAST & BRISBANE
Head north on the Bruce Highway and turn left at Bells Bridge. Follow the Wide Bay Highway straight for 45 minutes until you reach Goomeri.
FROM EUROPE
Fly to the Brisbane International Airport. Head north on the Bruce Highway and turn left at Bells Bridge. Follow the Wide Bay Highway straight for 45 minutes until you reach Goomeri.
FROM ASIA
Fly to the Brisbane International Airport. Head north on the Bruce Highway and turn left at Bells Bridge. Follow the Wide Bay Highway straight for 45 minutes until you reach Goomeri.
getting there
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
KINBOMBI
FALLS
Kimbombi Rd, Kimbombi QLD 4601
Hidden in the heart of our cattle country in amongst the wide open landscapes and rolling hills, you’ll find Kinbombi Falls, a natural oasis with rock pools bordered by steep rocky cliffs and a beautiful cascading waterfall.
SOUTH BURNETT
WINE TRAIL
Moffatdale QLD 4605
Tantalise your tastebuds with sumptuous food offerings prepared from the abundance of fresh, local produce. Pair your food with a glass or two of zesty whites and fruit-driven reds created to suit the relaxed Queensland lifestyle, surrounded by picturesque countryside and quaint rural townships.
GOOMERI
BAKERY
29 Moore St, Goomeri QLD
Step into this little slice of Paris and indulge in real, fresh baked baguettes, shiny fruit tarts, melt-in-your-mouth pastries, classic meat pies and the best coffee in town at the idyllic Goomeri Bakery. This is authentic French cuisine right in the heart of Goomeri!
DOUBLE ISLAND
POINT
Cooloola QLD 4580
One of the Australian coastline’s best kept secrets. Situated within the Great Sandy Marine Park, the point is a magnet for marine life of every description from dolphins to turtles and even whales on migration. Double Island Point will not disappoint.
​
GYMPIE Turf
CLUB
Exhibition Road, Gympie QLD 4570
Experience the feeling of a real country race meeting. Crowds flock trackside as the Gympie Turf Club hosts a massive days of racing, fashion and live music. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere among the crowd and punters at regular meets throughout the year.
MARY VALLEY
RATTLER
Amamoor QLD 4570 - Gympie QLD 4570
The Mary Valley Rattler is an iconic heritage rail experience that will take you back to a time when rail travel was replacing horses as a means of transport. Whether you start your journey in Gympie or Amamoor, you will experience the historic Gympie Station which was built in 1913.
GYMPIE
MUSIC MUSTER
Amamoor State Forest, QLD 4570
The Gympie Muster is Australia’s original and most loved community camping and music experience. Staged deep within the natural surrounds of the Amamoor Creek State Forest, the Muster showcases a mix of country, roots, blues, folk and rock music. Held annually in August.
GOOMERI SHOW &
RODEOS
Moore Street, Goomeri QLD 4610
Goomeri Show is held annually on the fourth weekend of March. They also hold recurring rodeos throughout the year - including the famous New Years Eve rodeo!
GOLD FOSSICKING
DEEP CREEK
Lake Alford Visitors Centre, Gympie QLD 4570
You can try your hand at gold panning in Gympie and relive the town’s past. Discover how James Nash turned Gympie into ‘the town that saved Queensland’ when he discovered gold in Gympie in 1867. Why not try your luck by panning for gold?
​
55 Million years ago
73 MacAlister St, Murgon QLD 4605
55 Million Years Ago is a multidimensional visitor experience including an interactive Fossil Museum, Art Gallery, Fossil Gift Shop, Visitor Information Centre and Workshop Area surrounding a central Ancient Garden.
QLD Dairy & heritage museum
2 Sommerville St, Murgon QLD 4605
Allow a good couple of hours to wander through the historical buildings which display appropriate era furnishings, equipment and memorabilia...all set out in a village style complex on spacious grounds. The Museum caters for families and tour groups of all ages.
Goomeri Visitor Information Centre
Burnett Highway, Goomeri QLD 4601
Make sure you drop into the Visitor Information Centre at the Goomeri township to hear from locals who will help plan your journey and get you around the region safely. If you are looking for things to do, the friendly folk at the centre will sort you out with brochures, maps and itineraries.
accommodation
GOOMERI
MOTEL
Boonara & McGregor Street, Goomeri QLD 4601
Goomeri Motel is located in the heart of town.
All accommodation offers free Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, a microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms offer a kitchenette. All rooms include a bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
AUSTRALIAN HOTEL MURGON
65 Lamb Street, Murgon QLD 4605
Boasting a bar and bistro, The Australian Hotel Murgon is just a 13 minute drive from the Festival. There are 11 motel rooms, all featuring a private ensuite, air conditioning, flat screen television, fridge, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities.
JOE'S GRAND
HOTEL
10 Boonara Street, Goomeri QLD 4601
The newly renovated Joe's Grand Hotel offers a spacious private guest lounge, television, adjoining kitchenette and breakfast bar area, as well as complimentary tea and coffee facilities.
Pop down to the bistro for some of the best grub in town.
GOOMERI PUMPKIN FESTIVAL CAMPING
Goomeri QLD 4601
Get the full festival experience by camping with us! Powered and unpowered caravan, RV and tent-friendly campsites​ available. The Goomeri Pumpkin Festival camping registrations will be opening in March. Subscribe to our updates to find out when you can book your ticket.
GOOMERI SHOWGROUND
Moore Street, Goomeri QLD 4601
Goomeri Showgrounds will have ample camping facilities available. There are toilet & shower facilities along with a prime view of the Pumpkin Festival activities. Camping passes will be available soon, subscribe to our newsletter for first access.
​
Goomeri BUSH CAMP & CARAVAN PARK
5939 Wide Bay Highway, Goomeri QLD 4601
All campsites are well grassed, with individual fireplaces, and the creek side campsites in main camping area all have water points. We also have a communal firepit, amenities with showers, toilets and laundry and a rustic camp kitchen.
​