Taste Bundaberg Festival
The Taste Bundaberg Festival is returning in September, celebrating the region’s local flavours, fresh produce and food experiences across two full weekends.
Running from Friday 4 September to Sunday 13 September 2026, the festival will feature a mix of free and paid events across Bundaberg and surrounding areas. The program celebrates the people, produce and places that help make the Bundaberg Region known as a food bowl, with activities suited to different ages, interests and budgets.
Families can expect a range of food-focused experiences, including hands-on cooking classes, family-friendly events, long lunches, gala dinners and special dining experiences. One of the new highlights for 2026 is Flavours by the Foreshore, a free community event hosted by Bundaberg Regional Council at Elliott Heads on Father’s Day. Families are encouraged to pack a picnic rug, enjoy live music, or pre-order a grazing platter from local favourites.
The festival also brings back popular favourites, including the Agrotrend event, which will include a Farmers’ Market featuring fresh produce, farm gate products, homemade goods, plants, flowers, preserves, artisan food and handmade products. Symphony in the Strawberry Fields will also return at Bargara Berries, offering an outdoor dining experience among the strawberry fields.
Events like this are a lovely way for families to connect with local food and the people who grow, make and share it. Children can learn where food comes from, try new flavours and experience the region’s farms, markets and community spaces in a practical way.
For parents and carers, the festival offers a mix of simple family outings and more special occasion-style events, making it easy to choose what suits your family.
Details:
What: Taste Bundaberg Festival
When: Friday 4 September to Sunday 13 September 2026
Where: Bundaberg Region
Cost: Free and paid event options
Contact: Bundaberg Regional Council – 1300 883 699
Email: events.admin@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Book/More info: Check the Taste Bundaberg Festival program for full event details
