You Am I to headline Port Douglas Carnivale

THE iconic Aussie rockers, You Am I, fronted by lead singer-songwriter and guitarist Tim Rogers, will headline Port Douglas Carnivale’s Tropic Rock concert in 2023.

Having released their 11th studio album in 2021, The Lives of others, and after more than two decades of touring, they have earned a special place as Australian rock royalty.

Mayor of Douglas Shire, Michael Kerr, said You Am I promised to deliver a concert experience like no other, with iconic Rex Smeal Park once again the backdrop for the Tropic Rock event.

“This will be the first time the band has performed in Port Douglas and five years since touring FNQ and no doubt, will be something special,” Cr Kerr said.

Also returning to the Port Douglas Carnivale line-up is the signature event The Longest Lunch, FNQ Gin Fest, Seafood Extravaganza and Family Beach Day, while the Wonderland Spiegeltent will once again bring its decadent blend of sensational acrobatics, operatic cabaret, and tongue in cheek burlesque to Market Park.

The crowd-favourite Street Parade will have ‘Living the Best Life’ as this year’s theme.

The vibrant mix of food, fun and festival begins on Friday, May 12, building to the main Carnivale weekend on May 19-21.

Mayor Kerr said the town was ready to welcome new and returning visitors to the muchloved event, which is now in its 29th year.

“We are encouraging our creative local individuals, schools, groups, businesses and organisations to show how they live and enjoy life to the fullest here in Port Douglas and Daintree,” he said.

“Sustainability, caring for our environment, and our excellence in agriculture and tourism are all things we should also be recognising and celebrating.”

For more information, visit www.carnivale.com.au.

*Tickets will be released in the coming weeks.