We have crafted a what’s on shortlist that contains the must-know events, activities and must-see attractions for you experience and mark on your to-do list for the upcoming months. From music, theatre and arts to sports, food and leisure activities, there’s so much to see and do in our area so be sure to check our list on a regular basis to stay up-to-date on all things trending in our local area.
Things to Do in Cairns
Your Event Guide For Cairns
2025 NRL North Queensland Cowboys Calendar
1 January 2025 - 30 December 2025
The official NRL North Queensland Cowboys Club‚ 18 month 2025 wall calendar featuring all your favourite club players in action on the field, this calendar relives exciting moments from their season! This square wall calendar covers 18-Months. Every month of the year from January 2025 to December 2025 is included
2025 ECA Reconciliation Symposium
16 - 17 May 2025
Early Childhood Australia (ECA) is pleased to announce the 2025 ECA Reconciliation Symposium will convene in Gimuy (Cairns, Queensland) on 16 and 17 May 2025.
AUS-oMics 2025
18 - 21 May 2025
The Conference is situated in the heart of sub-tropical Cairns, a charming city with breathtaking views. Attendees can not only access the leading minds in the field but also enjoy the surroundings and the abundant local native wildlife.
Great Barrier Reef Masters
29 May 2025 - 1 June 2025
Cairns is the ideal location to host the Great Barrier Reef Masters Games (GBRMG).
Come for the sport, stay for an adventure. Party in paradise.
Ironman Cairns
15 - 15 June 2025
Set in the heart of Tropical North Queensland, there’s nothing quite like racing in paradise at Cairns Airport IRONMAN Cairns.
Cairns Ecofiesta
22 - 22 June 2025
Queensland’s premier sustainability festival turns 10 this year.Come celebrate our local environment and pick-up tips on how to live comfortably for less. Entry is free so there’s no excuse for missing out on a day of fun, friendship and eco-inspiration.
Cairns Marathon
13 - 13 July 2025
Some distances (Full Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km) have the option of a free event T-Shirt included with your entry. These will be available for collection from Registration and the Merchandise Store at the times below:
Saturday 12 July 2025, 9:00am – 4:00pm (collect from Registration) Sunday 13 July 2025 6:30am-12:30pm (collect from Merchandise store as Registration is closed)
Developing Northern Australia Conference (DNAC)
22 - 24 July 2025
Northern Australia is a place of extremes, beauty and opportunity. From the red dirt of the desert to the tropical rainforests and arid savannahs, it’s a place where people, nature and culture thrive.
Australasian Delirium Association Conference Shangri-La Marina Cairns
23 - 25 July 2025
Join us for the Australasian Delirium Association’s bi-annual conference, a premier event for healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing delirium research and care.
2025 Australian Catholic Education Conference
20 - 22 August 2025
Registration is open for the 2025 Australian Catholic Education Conference to be held at the Cairns Convention Centre from Wednesday 20 August to Friday 22 August 2025.
Savannah in the Round Tablelands
9 - 12 October 2025
Savannah in the Round is Tropical North Queensland’s very own music and camping festival, taking place at the Mareeba Rodeo Arena (less than one hours drive west from Cairns).
