13 Festival Events Under $100
Whether you're craving the excitement of the Festival Village, complete with a complimentary glass of Dal Zotto Prosecco upon entry, or looking to kick back with Khanh Ong at Betty’s Burgers while savouring an exclusive, never-before-seen burger created by Khanh himself, paired with bottomless sides, beer, and wine, we've got something for everyone.
Plus, don't miss Laneway Eats, where you can indulge in four street-style servings from each local pop up, accompanied by a complimentary beer, wine, sparkling, or cocktail, live music, and vibrant street art. Read on to find your favourite!
1. Festival Village GA Ticket ($44.50 + BF)
If you only purchase one ticket this year, make sure it has Festival Village written all over it! Our weekend-long village is the hub of Noosa Eat & Drink, bringing together incredible Noosa restaurant pop ups, local brewery and distillery pop ups, celebrity chefs on stage, artisan producers and live entertainment.
2. Kick -back with Khanh at Betty's Burgers ($55 + BF)
Get ready to dive into a night of flavour and fun as guests are invited to savour an exclusive never-before-seen burger created by Khan himself, paired with bottomless sides and Betty's wine and beers, with tunes curated by local DJ.
Prepare your taste buds for 4 delish Noosa Junction pop ups, including ZiBros, Moto, Spice Girl and Noosa's Culinary Academy. Sip on craft beers from local breweries, cool cocktails and immerse yourself in the sounds of local legends Jack Raymond and Jay Bishoff. Tickets include 4 street-style services from each pop up and a complimentary beer, wine, sparkling or cocktail, with extra drinks available to purchase.
4. Brunch and Brush by Chroma Club, held at Lanai ($85 + BF)
This workshop will be just the ticket to get you exploring your creative side, whilst enjoying the company of friends and experiencing the joy of expressing yourself through art! Enjoy two hours of creating, with all materials supplied along with delicious brunch style food, fresh juice and fruit platters.
5. George Georgeivski Lunchbox Masterclass ($35 + BF)
George’s lunchbox creations have captivated people all over the world, with American Express Magazine crowning him the ‘most inspiring lunch creator in the world’. Known as ‘the school lunchbox dad’, in this masterclass you’ll learn one of George’s prized one pan wonders – upside down grilled pineapple and mango nacho’s. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
6. Jason Jones x Bandita Mexican Masterclass ($35 + BF)
If you love eating Mexican food, but find some of the ingredients hard to find or the techniques a little tricky, this class is for you. Head Chef and Founder at Bandita is all about making Mexican cooking at home accessible for anyone, at any skill level! Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
7. Carolyne Helmy x Ora King Salmon – Raw Masterclass ($35 + BF)
This masterclass will arm you with some superb skills for filleting, curing & preparing your next salmon sous vide! Some of the techniques include breaking down a whole fish, slicing and preparing raw salmon, and preparing and curing raw salmon using Olsson Salts. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
8. Richard Ousby Masterclass ($35 + BF)
Get ready to delve into the world of culinary excellence with Richard and special guest Alan Hunter, head of restaurant operations at Tama, as they guide you through the art of preparing their signature Crab Bisque Linguine, paired perfectly with insights into wine from the award-winning sommelier himself. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
9. Anna Polyviou – Dessert Masterclass ($35 + BF)
Did someone say Cookie Pie? This is a masterclass you don't want to miss! A powerhouse pastry chef, cookbook author and television personality, Anna has serious culinary cred – creating jaw-dropping sweet creations in luxury hotels, on television, and for top brands. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
10. Luca Ciano – Italian Masterclass ($35 + BF)
Immerse yourself in the world of authentic Italian cuisine with Luca, TV Host, Cookbook Author, and the creative force behind Chef Luca Ciano products, as he hosts an enticing masterclass dedicated to delivering the true flavours of Italy. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
11. Warren Mendes – South African Masterclass ($35 + BF)
Warren Mendes is a South African chef, TV presenter and food stylist. This masterclass is all about the "braai" with Peri Peri Prawns (with Warren's secret Peri Peri sauce) and a Charred BBQ Pavlova with Smoked Salted Caramel. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
12. Cameron Matthews – Zero Waster Cooking ($35 + BF)
Join Cameron former Head Chef from the award-winning Long Apron Restaurant to learn how you can do more with less in conjunction with OzHarvest, and create tasty dishes with food that might traditionally find its way to the bin. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).
13. Sunshine & Sons – Cocktail Masterclass ($55 + BF)
Elevate your cocktail skills with the Sunshine and Sons Distillery team renowned for their craft in the lush Sunshine Coast hinterland rainforest, as they host an exclusive masterclass offering a unique opportunity to enhance your cocktail expertise. Limited to just 35 guests. (Note: a ticket into the Festival Village is required to gain access to the Masterclass tent).