What's On...
New events, exciting venues and experiences are all features of this year's event, making the 2024 Festival the place to be.
Street Parade
7 September, 2024
LAIDLEY CBD
Saturday from 10am
A highlight of the stellar program will be the Spring Festival Grand Parade, in Patrick Street which kicks off at 10am in the Laidley CBD. The parade showcases stunning decorative floats, as well as heritage trucks, vintage vehicles, community groups, schools, businesses and bands.
Bee Happy Day
8 September, 2024
FOREST HILL SCHOOL OF ARTS HALL, 22 Railway Street, Forest Hill
Sunday 8.30am - 12pm
A full morning program of craft activities for children to keep them buzzing. Exciting circus performances, face painting, balloon twisting and artisan markets for mum and dad... scrumptious food and drink available.
Twilight Feast & Fest
6 September, 2024
LAIDLEY RECREATION RESERVE, Patrick Street, Laidley
Friday 5pm - 10pm
The parkland at the Laidley Recreational Reserve will come alive under a sea of festoon lighting and thrum of live tunes, while a mix of local and international food vendors will be bringing delicious street food for your enjoyment.
Show n Shine
7 September, 2024
LAIDLEY RECREATIONAL RESERVE, Whites Road, Laidley
Saturday from 9am - 1pm
Wander through this extraordinary display of automotive passion, showcasing classic, custom, hot rods, muscle and vintage vehicles, while rock and roll music sets the stage for an unforgettable day.
Spring Gardening Fair
6-7 September, 2024
LAIDLEY CULTURAL CENTRE, Laidley-Plainland Road, Laidley
Friday & Saturday 8am -4pm
Browse the markets stalls, trade sites, enjoy a coffee and a selection of food from the food trucks on site. Most of the stalls are indoors so the weather won't stop this event going ahead. Take home some of the diverse range of plants, garden products and other items available for purchase.
Artists' Exhibition
6-7 September, 2024
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cnr Patrick & MacGregor Street, Laidley
Friday & Saturday 9am -4pm
The Spring Artists exhibition showcases the work of the talented and creative members of the Lockyer Valley Art Society Inc. (LASI). Artworks include paintings using a variety of mediums, pottery and more. Come and meet the artists, watch an artist at work and purchase the perfect artwork for your home.
Spring Gem Show
6-7 September, 2024
LAIDLEY CULTURAL CENTRE, Laidley-Plainland Road, Laidley
Friday & Saturday 8am -4pm
Discover an amazing display of handcrafted lapidary items, including cabochons and tumbled stones set in jewellery as well as polished agates, thundereggs and rocks showing a range of colours and intricate patterns.
Spring Orchid Show
6-7 September 2024
LAIDLEY SPORTS CENTRE, Whites Road, Laidley
Friday & Saturday 8am - 4pm
The Orchid Show offers plant sales, cultural advice, growers on hand to chat about potting requirements and answer your questions. There will be stalls, craft and of course, raffles with great prizes. trade displays, plant sales, expert advice, grower stalls, craft and raffles
Quilt and Craft Fair & Courtyard Cafe
6-7 September, 2024
UNITING CHURCH, Cnr Patrick and Ambrose Sts, Laidley
Friday & Saturday 9am -4pm
Celebrating 40 years at the Festival - Quilt displays, Craft demonstrations, Unique market stalls, Vintage car displays and Freshly made refreshments at the Courtyard cafe
Under 5s Day
6 September, 2024
LAIDLEY DISTRICT STATE SCHOOL, 232 Patrick Street, Laidley
Friday 9am - 12pm
Families with children 5 years and under are welcome to explore a range of activities suited to small children including, arts and craft, face painting, an animal nursery, music, games, story times, a magic show, giant bubbles and emergency services.