What’s Hot Around Town

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Written By Sally Eberhardt

Looking for the family treats in ‘trick or treat’?

Discover a magical hall full of themed stalls and fun family activities at the Halloween and Mystical Indoor Twilight Event at Morayfield Sports and Events Centre on Saturday, 26 October.

Have a fiendishly good time with exciting Halloween activities, competitions, prizes and costume parades for both kids and adults. Kids can buy a bucket and fill it with goodies as they explore the event as a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience.

Bring the family for spooky surprises, fantastic costumes and fascinating Halloween wares!

Open 3pm-9pm.

Dare to see what comes out at twilight?

Join the creepy and kooky hordes in their Halloween costumes at the Caboolture Halloween Twilight Market at Caboolture Showgrounds on Saturday, 26 October.

Wander the large array of stalls and indulge in delicious sweet and savoury treats. Come dressed as your favourite character and vie for the prize for Best Dressed.

Bring the whole family of zombies, vampires, witches and wizards for a great evening out. Give Mummy the night off cooking – she’ll be wrapped!

Open 4pm-9pm.

What will you find in a haunted village?

Baur house - Courtesy of Caboolture Historical Village
Baur House – Courtesy of Caboolture Historical Village

As dusk descends, all manner of creatures emerge at the Village of the Damned Halloween Event at Caboolture Historical Village on Thursday, 31 October.

Gird your loins and wander through the village to see the beautifully decorated buildings and visit the Halloween market for all your enchanting essentials. Treat yourself to delectable nibbles and keep your eyes peeled for apparitions.

Don’t forget to cast your vote for your favourite display, all in support of local community groups. Some are very interactive so be ready for surprises!

Entry costs: Adults $10, 6-16 years $5, littlies free.

Open 5pm-9pm. Scare-free hour for little monsters is from 5pm-6pm.

Looking for some Halloween fun for your little boos and ghouls?

Girl - free image from Pixabay
Girl – free image from Pixabay

Bring the kids to the Spooktacular Halloween Party at Sundowner Hotel for a night of free entertainment on Thursday, 31 October.

Set the scene for an exciting evening as our face painter helps transform the kids into their favourite spooky characters. Come in costume ready to party then watch your little monsters show off their best dance moves at the Kid’s Halloween Disco.

Face-painting from 5.30pm-8.30pm. Disco from 6pm-8pm.

Think Tina Turner was simply ‘The Best’?

Then don’t miss Totally Tina, the best Tina Turner tribute show you’ll ever see, at Caboolture Sports Club on Saturday, 28 September.

Known as the ‘Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll’, Tina Turner electrified audiences from the 50s through to the 90s and performer Lesley Hartz does her proud today with her power, energy and attention to detail.

Experience the passionate searing vocals of Lesley’s faithful renditions of Tina Turner’s greatest hits such as Private Dancer, What You Get is What You See and many more.

Take a trip with Lesley and her band of accomplished musicians to ‘Beyond the Thunderdome’, dance to ‘Nutbush City Limits’, and find out ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It’.

One thing is for sure – you will LOVE this free show!

Totally Tina Tribute Show runs from 8.30pm until late.

Looking to sink your teeth into some tasty bites?

Queensland’s biggest feast is arriving for one night only at Caboolture Showgrounds on Thursday, 26 September.

Dig into the delicious offerings from a large range of food trucks – from simple to fancy, savoury to sweet, and international cuisines to homegrown – there will be something to please everyone’s palate.

Turn up hungry so you have room to try lots of tempting treats. Bring friends and family to share the love – and the food!

Singers and musicians will be performing live. Browse the boutique retail stalls and relax in the friendly atmosphere.

Entry is $3 per person. Open 4pm until late.

Is a place filled with food, art and music your idea of heaven?

Attendees of StreetFeast

Bring the family for a great day out at the FREE Wamuran’s F.A.M (Food, Art, Music) Festival at Wamuran Sports Complex on Saturday, 21 September.

Indulge all your senses as you listen to a talented lineup of local musicians, discover artistic creations and taste fabulous food.

Food trucks will be onsite for an instant delicious bite. And bring your shopping bags to fill as local producers and food vendors showcase the best of Wamuran’s offerings including fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, honey and more.

Meet talented local artists and see their creations in a variety of different mediums, including painting and sculpture to jewellery and textiles. Support local and take home a piece of their art.

Open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Do crystals and pretty baubles put a sparkle in your eye?

Whether you believe in the healing power of crystals or simply love bling, you will be in your element as Crystal Living and Crystal Shows Australia bring you the Morayfield Crystal and Jewellery Expo at Morayfield Community Hall on Saturday, 10 August and Sunday, 11 August.

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Come and browse the many stalls displaying gemstones, crystals, carvings and jewellery, including the prettiest of earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other statement pieces. Card readers will also be on site for the curious.

This is a great opportunity to soak up the magical atmosphere, get ahead with some unique Christmas shopping, add to your collection, or spoil yourself a little. Like they say – there is no such thing as too many crystals!

Entry is $5 per person (includes a gift). Open Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 9am-2pm.

Did you go to Tullawong State High School?

Student alumni, their families, former staff, current families and interested community members are invited to celebrate Tullawong State High School’s 30th Anniversary on Saturday, 3 August.

Tours of the school, performances, displays and much more will keep you and your family entertained. Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

Wouldn’t it be great to catch up with old friends, classmates and teachers, and take a trip down memory lane in your old school? You never know who you might reconnect with!

Free entry. Open 11am – 3pm.

Love rocking out to some live music?

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Contraband will perform at Caboolture Sports Club

If great live music revs you up, then get ready to party with Contraband at Caboolture Sports Club on Saturday, 31 August.

Contraband will perform your favourite Top 40 hits from the best decades of rock, pop, disco and funk. This band of skilled musicians love to keep the crowd on their feet or at least tapping their toes.

Talented songstress Suzie Keenan is front and centre with sizzling performances. Bop along as she belts out classics such as Tina Turner’s ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ and ‘Hot Stuff’ by Donna Summer as well as covers of Adele, Fleetwood Mac, CCR and more.

Make a night of it with a meal and drinks with family or friends. Top the evening off with a ton of fun and party atmosphere courtesy of the high-energy tunes of Contraband.

Free entry. Band plays 9pm-late.

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