WHAT’S ON

Great Barrier Reef Masters Games

l THU MAY 25 - SUN MAY 28

Participants from across Australia and Oceania come to compete at the Great Barrier Reef Masters Games. Party on the Reef!

Fri 26 May 2023 – Shipwrecked Party @ The Jack

Fri 26 May 2023 – Sportsperson’s Dinner @ The Pullman International Hotel

Sat 27 May 2023 – FNQ Barn Dance Closing Party

Visit www.gbrmg.com.au for more info.

Culture Through Our Eyes Umi Arts Gallery

l FRI MAY 26, 6:30PM-8:30PM

The second annual First Nations youth exhibition ‘Culture Through our Eyes’ @ UMI Arts Gallery, showcasing the talent and creativity of the young people of the region. 13 young artists have created a colourful collection of works on canvas, inspired by their own homelands, culture and experience.

Official Opening: Friday 26 May 2023

Doors open: 6.30pm

RSVP to UMI Arts ph 4041 6152

Cairns Canine Carnival Cairns City Kennel Club

l SAT MAY 27,10:00AM-3:00PM

This exciting new event for Guide Dogs Qld will bring together dog lovers from the Cairns community and beyond for a fun and entertaining day out. There will be dog-focused market vendors, expert trainer and dog handler demonstrations, kids activities, delicious food trucks and more! This event will be hosted in a safe and welcoming environment suitable for people of all ages and abilities.

Book your tickets through trybooking.

Urban Wine Walk Cairns Cbd

l SAT MAY 27, 12:00PM-4:00PM

The streets and laneways of Cairns will come alive this Autumn as a line-up of the best venues transform into an Urban Cellar Door for you to visit on a self-guided trail.

Urban Wine Walk is strictly 18 Years and Over!

TICKETS – Vino Lover – $75 + Booking Fee

Book your tickets through eventbrite.

FRIDAY

Starry Night Cinema Cairns Botanic Gardens

l SAT MAY 27, 7:00PM

Our first film for 2023 will be Thelma & Louise. Thelma & Louise, in its brilliant reshaping of the road movie, is dazzling in its dexterity. Astutely conceived, visually stunning and beautifully acted. Pack a picnic, bring a rug and meet friends at the Botanic Gardens for this fantastic film. Book your tickets through trybooking. On-line sales close at 4:30pm on the day of screening – tickets will be available at the gate.

Carinda Christie, Dunwoodys Hotel, 4:00pm Koahlition, Kuranda Amphitheatre, 5:30pm

Steve Williams, Barron River Hotel, 6:00pm

Bobby Maguire, Cairns Court House Gallery, 6:00pm

Kick Start, Cazalys Cairns, 6:30pm

Abi Muir, Cairns Court House Gallery, 7:00pm

Infinity Duo, Innisfail RSL, 7:00pm

Eddie Skiba, Cairns Court House Gallery, 8:00pm

Big Noise, Bar36 at The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

SATURDAY

Cairns Classical Music Group, Cairns Presbyterian Church, 2:00pm Dr Elephant, Ellis Beach Bar and Grill, 2:00pm Russell Harris, Cazalys Cairns, 6:30pm Denim Blues, Pirate Den Bar and Grill, 6:30pm Carrizma, Railway Institute Hall, 7:00pm

Infinity Duo, Brothers Leagues Club, 7:00pm Ultimate 80’s Dinner, Dance & Show, Cazaly’s, 7:00pm

Joe Geia Band, Tanks Arts Centre, 7:30pm Hot Ice, Red Beret Hotel, 8:00pm

Tony George, Bar36 at The Reef Hotel Casino, 9:00pm

Joe Geia Band Tanks Arts Centre

l SAT MAY 27, 7:30PM

Joe Geia is a renowned singer/songwriter, guitarist, didgeridoo player and influential figure in the development of contemporary Indigenous music. Joe Geia’s contribution to the arts is highly significant and enduring.

Cost: From $30.00, book your tickets through ticketlink.

SUNDAY

DJ GlennW, Dundees at the Aquarium, 11.30am Blue Reed, Barron Falls Hotel, 12:00pm

Infinity Duo, Cairns RSL, 1:00pm

Fraser Yuill Scott, Ellis Beach Bar and Grill, 1:00pm

Cassady Connections, King Reef Resort, Kurrimine Beach, 2:00pm

Shannae Sclippa, Dunwoodys Hotel, 2:00pm

Jasmine Maraea, Ten 06, 3:00pm

Big Pups, Sauce Brewing Co, 3:30pm

Dave Stygall, Vitalia’s Italia Restaurant, 6:00pm

Klare KuOlga, Moses Warusam & Skeet Mate, Elixir Music House, 6:00pm

Dave Cooke, Bar36 at The Reef Hotel Casino,