Entertainment
23 October, 2025
Where heritage meets harmony
CELEBRATE music, comm-unity and connection in the heart of the Tablelands at the Tablelands Folk Festival in Yungaburra from 24-26 October.
Set amongst heritage buildings, lakes and rainforest, the festival weekend of music, markets and magic features more than 50 local and national acts across a series of genres.
From folk to rock, blues to swing, jazz to comedy – the weekend also features a poet’s breakfast, kids fest, workshops, songwriters competition and a grand parade.
Put on your party vibe and get down and boogie in the community hall Friday and Saturday nights to the sounds of some of the most exciting dance bands in Oz and beyond.
Yungaburra Hotel comes alive all weekend with non-stop music from some of the finest musicians you’ll see. Whether it’s the quieter pub ballroom or the up-tempo excitement of the big bands out on the garden stage, there’s something for every musical taste.
Head up to the Platypus Bakehouse for morning tea or to Nick’s restaurant for lunch or dinner all weekend with a side plate of great live music.
This year, organisers are excited to be celebrating the addition of three new festival venues.
The Wallaby Eco Lodge will host the “Satdy Sesh” from 2pm-5pm Saturday, out on the lawn with three great festival acts and food and drinks a-plenty.
Café Calabash, formerly Quincan Café, swings into action from Saturday morning boasting a full program all weekend with great food, a great atmosphere and a special festival menu.
And from 7pm Friday onwards, Mr Belson, formerly Whistlestop Café, will boast music and platters and a great wine selection for a get together with friends and live music to soothe the soul.
The festival fringe stage celebrates local community groups and incorporates several “chalk board” sessions, giving patrons the opportunity to strut their stuff.
The Kaleidoscope stage features up and coming performers, and something special for the little ones as part of the legendary kids’ fest.
There will be a number of workshops to learn and collaborate throughout the weekend.
The McGinty’s Irish Bar TFF songwriter’s competition is open to emerging and more experienced songwriters with substantial prizes including a recording package.
Entries are now open, visit: www.tablelandsfolkfestival.org.au/songwriters to find out more.
Volunteer applications are also open right now. Visit www.tablelandsfolkfestival.org.au/volunteers to find out more and apply.
Throughout the entire festival, the township of Yungaburra, comes together in the spirit of creativity and joyful community to swap yarns, songs and smiles.
Weekend tickets are on sale now at www.tablandsfolkfestival.org.au/tickets
