Bayside Spring Festival 2026

Bayside Spring Festival is back for another year!

Join in on the excitement at George Clayton Park, Manly for a weekend packed with fun for everyone!

Whether you're looking for a fun date night, something different to do with your mates, or plans that will entertain the whole family, there is plenty to do all weekend long. It all kicks off Friday night!

Friday 11th September, 4pm-9pm

We're incredibly excited to welcome the Manly Serenades to the Bayside Spring Festival for a huge Friday night of live music, entertainment and good times. We'll have:

•  a variety of food trucks
•  performances from Bring A Plate
•  live music by Eli Wan and ThunderFox
•  two spectacular laser shows at 6.50pm & 9pm
•  roving entertainers throughout the evening
•  local comedian Emma Zammit keeping the night rolling as our MC!

Saturday 12th September, 10am-9pm

The classic weekend of festival fun continues with an action packed day that is not to be missed. There will be:

•  live performances from local schools, bands and community groups
•  free wildlife show
•  street art activation
•  free jumping castles and face painting
•  roving entertainers
•  a delicious variety of food trucks
•  ferris wheel and amusement rides
•  market stalls to browse and shop
•  Brisbane City Council Storm Ready pop-up
•  apectacular fireworks at 7.15pm
• the one and only Ranger Stacey, joining us as Saturday’s MC! 

Sunday 13th September, 10am-4pm

Joining forces with the Volkswagen Drivers Club of Queensland Inc. for their 40th Annual Car Show, bringing an impressive collection of VWs for a community focused day of excitement. We'll have:

•  V-Dub Drivers Club of QLD 40th Annual Car Show
•  performances from local dance groups and community organisations
•  live music from local bands and musicians
•  community stalls showcasing local clubs, groups and organisations
•  ferris wheel and amusement rides
•  a delicious variety of food trucks
•  free jumping castles
•  free face painting
•  free petting zoo.

There is so much happening you'll just have to come experience it for yourself. See you there!

Delivered in partnership with Wynnum Commerce Inc and proudly supported by the Lord Mayor’s Community Fund and our generous sponsors.

Follow the Bayside Spring Festival Facebook Page for all details and updates.

Bookings

No bookings required.

Venue address

George Clayton Park, 298 The Esplanade, Manly