Festivals & Events
What’s On? Byron Spirit Festival 20-22 April
If you’re looking to come to Byron Bay to experience its famous laid-back attitude and excellent yoga offerings, then be sure to book your next holiday here for the upcoming Byron Spirit Festival, 20-22 April. This three-day Byron Bay festival features tons of workshops on yoga, dance, music, healing...
9 Apr, 2018
What’s On? Byron Fine Food & Beverage Festival – 3 June
Foodies already list Bryon Bay as a spot to try out some excellent eateries from established places like The Byron at The Byron and Beach Byron Bay as well as newer spots such as 100 Mile Table and Three Blue Ducks on The Farm. But say you’re a foodie...
22 May, 2017
What’s On? Byron Bay Surf Festival: 24 – 26 February
If you love to surf, are a fan of surfing or just like the surf spirit, then you should plan to take a holiday to Byron Bay for the weekend of 24-26 February. The Byron Bay Surf Festival is on at the end of February and will feature everything from...
13 Feb, 2017
What’s On? Australia Day in Byron Bay
Australia Day 2017 falls on a Thursday, so it’d be the perfect opportunity to take a four-day weekend. Combine sun, surf and the celebration of this national holiday into your plans. Byron Bay area festivities feature a breakfast, community awards and live entertainment. Plus, this year marks the return of...
23 Jan, 2017
What’s On? Lismore Lantern Parade – 25 June
Next weekend offers up yet another excuse to head to Bryon Bay for the weekend (or even longer!)—the Lismore Lantern Parade. This daylong event, which is held annually on or around the longest night of the year (the Winter Solstice) culminates with a community parade that features dancers, bands...
17 Jun, 2016
What’s On? Byron Lighthouse Run 18 October
The popular Byron Lighthouse Run celebrates more than 10 years of races in 2015, with the 10km race and 6.7km walk taking place on 18 October. Whether this is the first time you’re running the race or it is an annual event on your running calendar, the Byron Lighthouse...
13 Oct, 2015
What’s On? Sample Food Festival 5 September
If you happen to be a foodie, like cooking, or just want an excuse for a fun holiday, then head to Byron Bay for the weekend of 5 September. The Sample Food Festival, a one-day food extravaganza, features the best food and drink producers from the northern New South...
24 Aug, 2015
What’s On? Byron Bay Writer’s Festival 7 – 9 August
The Byron Bay Writers Festival, which started in 1997, has grown from just 200 locals in attendance, to an event selling 45,000 tickets. The focus is on Australian writing, with some Indonesian and Asian authors included. The Byron Writers Festival, a three-day event, includes everything from workshops, meet the...
27 Jul, 2015
What’s On? Splendour in the Grass 24 – 26 July 2015
You did it. You scored tickets to this year’s Splendour in the Grass, held at North Byron Parklands 24 – 26 July. This Byron Bay festival has become wildly popular since its inception in 2001, and tickets typically sell out on the first day—sometimes within 10 minutes! So if...
6 Jul, 2015
What’s On? Byron Spirit Festival, 20 – 22 March 2015
Byron Bay is known for its laid-back, creative and yoga-heavy culture around Australia and the world, so the upcoming Byron Spirit Festival, from the 20th to 22nd March, serves as a perfect way to showcase those elements. The three-day Byron Bay festival will feature yoga, dance, concerts, workshops, kids...
9 Mar, 2015
