Australia Day 2026

The Bundaberg Region is gearing up for a true‑blue Australia Day celebration, bringing everyone together for a fun, relaxed and family‑friendly day at Nielson Park on the beautiful Bargara foreshore.

This free event is packed with live music, hands‑on activities, friendly competitions, games and plenty of great food. It’s a chance to celebrate community spirit, enjoy the coastline and make the most of a classic Aussie summer’s day.

Program highlights

Food stalls and family‑friendly games
Live performances by Matt Barker, Marah Music, the Spargo Brothers and the Ryan Giles Band
Prawn‑peeling competition
Mullet throwing competition
Roving entertainment
Face‑painting station
Hands‑on art activities
Bubble entertainment, including a bubble play area during the first two hours
Get Ready Queensland presentations from Emergency Services