Festival FAQs

Answer: At Winter Harvest Festival we have poultry, camels and other livestock on-site. We ask that you leave dogs and all other domestic animals at home, with the exception of service or assistance animals. This generally applies when visiting working farms in region and it is always best to check direct with the event holder. 

Answer: We will offer gates sales unless the event sells out. We encourage you to pre-purchase to secure your tickets even if it just a few days before the event. You can purchase tickets on-line here.

 Answer: Ample FREE event parking is available at the Kalbar Showgrounds, accessed off Edward Street. There will be some road closures and traffic diversions in place for the festival and we ask that you follow the direction of traffic controllers and event staff and volunteers at all times. Accessible parking is also available on Edward Street.

Should you park in surrounding streets, we ask that you do not park over resident driveways.

Answer: Winter Harvest Festival will be held across several venues in Kalbar, including on George Street (between Edward Street and Railway Terrace), in Kalbar Civic Centre and park, and on the Salvation Army grounds. The road closure of the section of George Street will be in place from 6am Friday 28 June through to Midnight Saturday 29 June. Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times to local businesses in this section of George Street, except during 9am – 5pm on Saturday 29 June when the event is taking place.

Consultation has taken place with impacted businesses and residents to ensure minimum disruption and access is maintained on the Friday during event set up.

If you have any questions or concerns we encourage you to reach out to the Regional Events team on 5540 5111. We are committed to working closely with local residents and businesses to minimise impacts and ensure the event is a success for the community of Kalbar. 

Answer: Some traffic congestion is to be expected and we ask that you add an additional 30mins to your trip. If you are coming from Brisbane, Springfield, Ipswich or Toowoomba, please be aware that Willowbank Raceway has an event on the same day and we recommend that you consider the following alternate routes to Kalbar:

Coming from Brisbane/Springfield/Ipswich

If you’re coming from Brisbane/Springfield/Ipswich along the Cunningham Highway (M15) or Centenary Highway (A5), take the “Boonah, Ipswich Exit” to Ipswich-Boonah Road.

At the intersection of Centenary Highway and Ipswich Boonah Road, turn left towards Boonah.

Travel along Ipswich Boonah Road for approximately 15 minutes, where you will come to a little town called Peak Crossing. At “The Peak Pub” in the centre of town, turn right on to Warrill View-Peak Crossing Road towards “Kalbar, Harrisville”.

Travel the many twists and turns along this road for approximately 20 minutes, which will bring you straight in to Kalbar. You will be directed on to Edward Street, where you will find car parking at the Kalbar Showgrounds.

Coming from Toowoomba

If you’re joining us from Toowoomba and would like to come in from the north, travel along the Warrego Highway, and take the “Haigslea-Amberley Road Exit”. This will take you through Walloon, past the RAAF Base and out to the Cunningham Highway at Amberley. Turn left onto the Cunningham Highway, and after approximately two minutes, take the “Ipswich, Boonah, Springfield Exit” to Ipswich-Boonah Road.

At the intersection of Cunningham Highway and Ipswich Boonah Road, turn right towards Boonah.

Travel along Ipswich-Boonah Road for approximately 15 minutes, where you will come to a little town called Peak Crossing. At “The Peak Pub” in the centre of town, turn right on to Warrill View-Peak Crossing Road towards “Kalbar, Harrisville”.

Travel the many twists and turns along this road for approximately 20 minutes, which will bring you straight in to Kalbar. You will be directed on to Edward Street, where you will find carparking at the Kalbar Showgrounds.

Answer: We are dedicated to creating a safe, accessible, and enjoyable environment for everyone at Winter Harvest Festival, regardless of age, ability or background.

We understand the importance of accessibility and are actively working to ensure all attendees can participate and enjoy the festival.

Click here to find an overview of the accessibility features available at Winter Harvest Festival.

Answer: There are plenty of accommodation options available in close proximity to the festival to suit all tastes and budgets.

Stay in a bed and breakfast with an open fire and a spectacular view, or a cottage on a working farm and wake up with the birds, or curl up with that special someone at a romantic hideaway. 

For Boonah & Surrounds accommodation options go to visitscenicrim.com.au

For Kalbar & Surrounds accommodation options go to visitscenicrim.com.au

Or try glamping or camp under our spectacular sky of stars. With 20+ fantastic spots to park for a few days or more, pack your bags, fuel up, and get ready to hit the road in style! You can even stay within walking distance at the Kalbar Showgrounds.

Answer: Winter Harvest Festival, is the signature event and finale of Scenic Rim Eat Local Month, and is part of a full-weekend of harvest activities celebrated from June 28 to 30 in and around the stunning rural village of Kalbar and beyond!

This new Winter Harvest Weekend features a Friday night Winter Harvest Dinner at The Roadvale Hotel, hosted by Scenic Rim Food Ambassador Daniel Groneberg.  Then on Saturday there’s the day-long Winter Harvest Festival, celebrating the joy of harvest produce and featuring the legendary Tractor Pull event, alongside the new Celebration of Lost Culinary Arts.

Your Winter Harvest Festival ticket gains you free entry into the Celebration of Lost Culinary Arts at the Kalbar School of Arts & Memorial Hall – 63 Edward Street, Kalbar. Make sure you pop in on your way to or from the festival.

Then stay on in the evening for a good ol’ fashioned Harvest Hoedown featuring the region’s country music star Laura Frank.

On Sunday, 5th generation farmers Valley Pride Produce will welcome foodies to Harvest with the Farmer on their farm, and The Progressive Paddock will be hosted by Scenic Rim Food Ambassador Ash Martin in the stunning surrounds of the Scenic Rim Farm Shop and Café.

Check out the full Winter Harvest Weekend program for more because it’s an epic, flavour-filled way to end Eat Local Month!