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Events for the whole family to enjoy, with plenty to keep the young ones engaged, from outdoor art displays to interactive performances.

Horizon 2025 came and went – bringing visual art, music, performance, and more to the Sunshine Coast. It celebrated our community and our people. It turned heads, made us laugh, cry, dance, sing, and think. It brought us together to experience art in all its forms.

We’ve taken out the guesswork and pulled together a guide of what’s on for Opening Weekend (yes, Monday is a public holiday!)

Be in a show! Looking for three local voices to share a passion, wild theory, late-night story, or pop culture hot take with an audience.

We’ve made it easy to plan your week – here’s your hit list of what’s on across the festival, from exhibitions and live music to talks and late-night happenings (bonus: no need to recover from Opening Weekend, it’s full steam ahead!).

Join the Common People Dance Workshop and learn a high‑energy group routine led by acclaimed choreographer Neridah Waters.

Be part of Horizon Festival 2026 and help shape a brand‑new immersive exhibition at Library+ Caloundra.

Horizon Festival is thrilled to announce the appointment of internationally acclaimed arts leader Bec Martin as Festival Lead for 2026, marking a bold new chapter for the Sunshine Coast’s flagship arts event.

Step into the future with a selection of works that explore the cutting edge of creativity. From AI-powered theatre and shadow-play installations to data-driven storytelling, this part of the program is all about art, innovation and interaction.

Explore the hinterland with immersive experiences at Mary Cairncross Park in Maleny, The Falls Farm, Mapleton Pub, and a town takeover in Kenilworth.

We reached out to Frankie Magazine’s editor Shannon Jenkins to give her top picks of the festival.

The Old Ambulance Station in Nambour will come alive with bold dance-theatre works, showcase transformative pieces by emerging First Nations artists, and host a hyper-local networking event.

We’ve put together some festival guides to help you navigate the 2025 program, as it’s full of lots of things to see. But if you're looking for top-notch experiences that won’t cost a cent, we’ve got you covered!

Zartisha Davis is a passionate, multi-talented Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi artist and dancer, proudly representing her diverse cultural heritage through art, dance, and storytelling.

Buckle up — OK Motels is venturing north, from Melbourne to Kenilworth for a raucously wholesome time!

Horizon is thrilled to announce an awe-inspiring early release — Skywhales are coming to the Sunshine Coast!