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The major events capital of the Great Barrier Reef

On the water or on the land, from sporting highlights to cultural performances, Hamilton Island hosts a lively calendar of events throughout the year.

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Great Barrier Feast Food & Wine Series

Great Barrier Feast Food & Wine Series

Dine at a celebrity chef’s table and participate in a master class with a culinary genius at gourmet events held across the year.

Hilly Half Marathon event

Hilly Half Marathon

Hilly Half Marathon

The annual Hilly Half Marathon takes to Hamilton Island’s challenging hills every May, with prizes and a kids fun run.

The Australian Ballet performance at qualia

The Australian Ballet

The Australian Ballet performing and event at qualia

Go behind the scenes with The Australian Ballet, and attend an exclusive outdoor performance by the world-renowned dance company at qualia, Hamilton Island’s luxury resort.

Hamilton Island Cup Paddle Outrigging

Hamilton Cup

Outrigging events on Hamilton Island

The Hamilton Island Outrigger Cup is held in June, with competitive marathons and racing for medals in a series of divisions. The largest outrigger canoe regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, the Cup is accompanied by a series of special social events.

Race Week Sailing Whitsundays events

Hamilton Island Race Week

Race Week Hamilton Island

Every August the Hamilton Island Race Week draws yachts from around the globe to the Whitsundays. In addition to the excitement of offshore racing, a vibrant program of social events is held on land to celebrate Australia’s largest yachting regatta.

Triathlon Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island Triathlon

Triathlon Hamilton Island

With three gruelling events held over eight days, the Hamilton Island Triathlon is held every November and includes a triathlon workshop.

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