The Planting Festival

The Planting Festival is a cultural event held in Woodfordia that focuses on the critical issue of conservation. Over three days, this festival involves a range of workshops, musical performances, talks and presentations, and tree planting.

The Planting Festival first started in 1997 where a group of volunteers came together to plant trees to restore areas of the Queensland hinterland. Now an annual event, this festival has grown to include important cultural activities and performances that bring the whole community together.

Many workshops and masterclasses are held throughout the festival, focusing on creating artworks or performances with intensive skill-building exercises. There will be book writing classes, horticulture lessons and how to recycle and re-purpose clothes, to name a few.

There are also film and comedy showings and a complete program for kids, including singing classes, learning about bugs, face painting, dance lessons, magic shows and art classes.

Some people choose to camp on-site during the festival, and meals can also be provided at an additional cost. You are welcome to bring your camper van, motorhome, caravan or camper trailer to the festival, but please note that powered sites are not available. Camping spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved.

You can bring your own food; however, please note that fires or generators are not permitted. Tap water on-site is drinkable; however, you are encouraged to bring your own drinking water. There are hot showers and toilet facilities on site.

So come over to this fantastic event and learn more about Australian art and culture!