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WE LC OM E QUICK EVENT GUIDE

Message from the Minister for Tourism, Major Events and Small Business The Hon Kate Jones MP

TROPICAL DESTINATIONS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Port Douglas Community Hall Mon 21st to Sun 27th May, 10am-4pm

Welcome to Port Douglas Carnivale 2018, a three-day festival that celebrates the rich culture of Tropical North Queensland.

WONDERLAND SPIEGELTENT Dixie Park on Dixie Street

Events play an important role in showcasing a destination. Over half of all visitors to this event are expected to come from outside the region, which will provide a boost to the local economy, support jobs and foster community pride.

ROUGE Fri 18th to Sun 27th May Show times vary CIRCUS WONDERLAND Thu 24th to Sun 27th May, Dates and show times vary

What a great way to kick-off the tourist season, with festivities for the whole family celebrating our fabulous environment, foods, arts and lifestyle.

The Palaszczuk Government recognises that events drive Queensland’s tourism economy and we are proud to support this event through Tourism and Events Queensland’s Destination Events Program.

AKMAL SALEH STAND UP COMEDY Sat 26th May, 6.30pm

Thank you to the event organisers, volunteers, and those who have come together to deliver Port Douglas Carnivale 2018 for Queensland.

LATE NIGHT BURLESQUE Sat 26th May, 10.30pm

During your stay I encourage you to explore Tropical North Queensland to come away with some amazing Queensland memories.

THE LONGEST LUNCH Rex Smeal Park Fri 25th May, 11.30am to 3pm

The Hon. Kate Jones, MP Minister for Tourism Industry Development

TROPIC COLOUR EXHIBITION Sugar Wharf Fri 25th to 27th May, 10am to 5pm TROPICAL MAGIC STREET PARADE Macrossan St Fri 25th May, from 5pm OUT! AT CARNIVALE Estillo Bar, QT Hotel Fri 25th May, from 8pm FAMILY BEACH DAY Four Mile Beach Sat 26th May, 10am to 3pm

Message from the Douglas Shire Council Mayor Julia Leu Port Douglas Carnivale 2018 is here! Welcome to everyone who has travelled far and wide to come to our beautiful region. The three-day festival is an iconic event that showcases the vibrant and laid-back culture the Douglas Shire is renowned for. Port Douglas Carnivale was created by a group of active town stakeholders in 1994 with the aim to kick start the traditional holiday season in May.

ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS Rex Smeal Park Sat 26th May, 5pm to 10.30pm

It was designed from the outset to target and attract the visitor market. The annual event not only provides a significant economic boost for our region, but puts the best of the Douglas Shire on a pedestal for everyone to see

AFL CROCS V NORTH CAIRNS Sat 26th May, from 12pm

Douglas Shire Council has taken the reigns and promises the 2018 event will be a tropical fusion of food, performances and activities.

SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina Sun 27th May, from 12pm to 5pm


Port Douglas is a fantastic town that is loved by many and I am sure that revellers will be talking about the 2018 event for years to come!

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FR EE FA MI LY FU N

FAMILY BEACH DAY ‘TROPICAL MAGIC STREET PARADE Dazzling entertainment, live music, street performers, food stalls and fabulous floats make the Street Parade a vibrant and colourful way to start Carnivale. This year’s theme Tropic Magic will make the street parade even more pulsating and exuberant. The parade is party time, an opportunity to shake it up and be amazed by the sights and sounds of Carnivale in the tropics. This is the kind of event where your feet will start to dance along with the music and you’ll be carried away by the joy and sheer theatricality of the street party. The floats, the lights, the costumes and the exotic atmosphere make the Street Parade a party and performance all wrapped in one boisterous spectacle. Special thanks to our MC for the night Mark Littler, breakfast co-host at Triple M. Where: When:

Macrossan Street May 25, 5pm onwards Fireworks at 8pm


There’s nothing better than a day at the beach but throw in all day entertainment and activites along Port Douglas’ stunning Four Mile Beach and you just might top this. Sand sculpting, salsa dance classes, Wildlife Habitat petting zoo, roving entertainment, skydiving demonstrations and market stalls are just some of the events. When: May 26, 10am onwards HIGHLIGHTS 10am 10:30am 11.30am -2.30pm

12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:45pm

Official proceedings commence sand castle competition registration Buskers Corner Dreamstate Entertainment, treasure hunt, acrobalance workshop, balloon animal lessons, slapstick workshop, tug of war, and circus performance First helicopter / skydive show and beach landing Juniors Beach Cricket Salsa in the sand with Sabor Dance Company Sand castle winner announced Second helicopter / skydive show and beach landing

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TIC KE TE D EV EN TS

THE LONGEST LUNCH

ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS

Drink, eat and be entertained by the best the region

Aussie rock legend Ross Wilson will have you dancing

has to offer under the palms and beside the sea. The

when he brings his high energy show to Carnivale.

Longest Lunch is organised and catered by Ochre

Ross and his band The Peaceniks are promising a

guaranteeing delicious food, excellent wine, and beer

Tropic Rock concert of Australian anthems, good time

coupled with amazing service in this beautiful spot.

singalongs and the buzz of a crowd having the time of

This event is iconic Port Douglas at its very best.

their lives. Ross is supported by last year’s Carnivale

Sit alongside swaying palm trees, in under cover

song writing contest winner Luca Wilde and the

comfort, with the gorgeous Coral Sea nearby. This

amazing good time party band Hip2Soul playing a mix

leisurely treat is a four-course delight, with beer and

of feel good classics with their unique funky touch.

wine on arrival and specially selected wines during the

Ross has never stopped rocking since he jumped onto

meal. All the plates have been carefully thought out by

the Australian national stage with band Daddy Cool. At

Ochre and include local fish sashimi, Morganbury beef

Port Douglas with his latest partners in crime he will

and a deconstructed riberry banoffee pie. It’s the best

have the crowd doing the Eagle Rock and much, much

of local fare cooked by world class chefs. Bon Appetit!

more. This is a licensed event. Bring your own chair.

Where:

Rex Smeal Park

Where:

Rex Smeal Park

When:

May 25, 11.30am to 3pm

When:

May 26, gates open at 5pm-10.30pm

Tickets:

$42 online or $50 at the door

Tickets: $182


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WICKEDLY FUN

ROUGE CIRCUS CABARET Rouge is a decadent blend of acrobatics, operatic cabaret and tongue in cheek burlesque. Celebrating the astonishing, surprising and the downright sexy. “Rouge is a louche blend of rick and risqué…Slick, fast and full of thrills”… The Daily Review. Where: When:

Tickets:

Dixie Park May 18-23, 7pm • May 23-24, 7pm May 25, 8pm • May 26, 4pm & 8.30pm May 27, 5pm & 7.30pm From $57.20

ENTERTAINMENT

LATE NIGHT BURLESQUE It might be a little naughty, but this late night spectacle will create a night you won’t soon forget. With world class entertainers specialising in the arts of the beautiful and the bizarre, this 60-minute show will have you wanting more. Witness live acts from titillating to terrifying and everything in between. Where: When:

Dixie Park 26 May, Doors 10:15pm, Show 10:30pm

Tickets: From $47.20

CIRCUS WONDERLAND

AKMAL SALEH STAND UP

Circus Wonderland brings the spectacle in a thrilling and hilarious night of strongmen, contortionists, acrobats and other artists from the world class Australian Circus Superstars. “Absolutely Brilliant”… The Advertiser.

Akmal Saleh brings his stories to the Spiegeltent, blending his comedic gift with his Arabic heritage and take on modern day Australia. An incredible ability to deal with hot topics in a hilarious and non-offensive way make his comedy contemporary and honest.

Where: Dixie Park When: May 24, 5pm; May 26-27, 11am & 2pm Tickets: A $37.20, C $32.20 Group 4+ $32.20pp

Where: Dixie Park When: May 26, 6.30pm Tickets: From $41.20 Group 4+ $37.20pp


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FR EE EN TE RTAI NM EN T SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA Freshly shucked oysters, prawns, sashimi or smoked mussels – the Seafood Extravaganza will have patrons licking their lips at every turn. The very best of Port Douglas seafood is being served along the marina and hosts Hemingway’s Brewery have also crafted a special Carnivale beer just for the occasion. There will be a selection of wine and bubbles at the waterfront bar and live music on the top deck of Calypso. Face painting, Hartleys Crocodile Adventures show and donut stall will also keep the kids entertained. Where: When:

Hemingways Brewery, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina May 27, 12noon - 5pm

ART CULTURE

& SPORT

TROPIC COLOUR EXHIBITION The Tropic Colour Exhibition and Demonstration will see Port Douglas’ talented artists celebrate the very essence of life in TNQ. Friday, May 25 to Sunday, May 27, 10am to 5pm at the Sugar Wharf

AFL CROCS V NORTH CAIRNS TROPIC NIGHT LIGHTS The lights of Carnivale will be spectacularly bright this year with two nights of dazzling displays and colourful decorations. Tropic Night features captivating projection installations and cutting edge digital projection art to light up the Sugar Wharf and ANZAC Park. Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Tropical Destinations is an exciting photographic exhibition of local and regional scenes held annually by the Douglas Photographic Society. Open Monday, May 21 to Sunday, May 27, 10am to 4pm at the Port Douglas Community Hall


Take in all the action as the Port Douglas Crocs play the Tigers. Seconds to start at 12noon and seniors at 2pm. $5 entry, AFL Ground, Saturday, May 26

QUICKSILVER RACEWEEK Port Douglas Yacht Club proudly presents the 2018 Quicksilver Port Douglas Race Week, and invites all yachties to join them for a week of sailing, food and fun. From Monday, May 21 to Saturday, May 26

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