Between The Tides

Name: Between The Tides
Start: 2026-07-04
End: 2026-07-04
Location: Airlie Beach

Between The Tides is a one-day cultural and music festival held at Airlie Beach, featuring live performances by Boy & Bear and cultural experiences led by Ngaro Nation custodians.

Date: Jul 4, 2026
Location: Airlie Beach

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Event summary

Highlights

Headlining performance by award-winning band Boy & Bear
Cultural workshops and knowledge-sharing by Ngaro Nation custodians
Live sand art demonstrations on the foreshore
Musical fusion of beats, rap, and didgeridoo by Tjaka

Between The Tides is a one-day festival that combines live music with traditional cultural heritage on the Whitsunday coast. Held at a new location on Ngaro Country at Airlie Beach, the event emphasizes a deep connection to the Great Barrier Reef coastline through music, art, and nature. The festival features a diverse lineup of Australian musicians, ranging from folk and soulful melodies to high-energy beats incorporating the didgeridoo.

The event is guided by the custodians of the Ngaro Nation, offering attendees more than a standard concert experience. Activities include cultural performances, sand art, and knowledge-sharing workshops. The program is designed to foster a connection with the coastal landscape, supplemented by locally crafted food, drinks, and art.

The 2026 lineup includes headliners Boy & Bear, alongside Jem Cassar-Daley, Mid Drift, Tjaka, and local singer Kaylee West. This award-winning series has run for three years and is supported by the Australian Government through Creative Australia.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Airlie Esplanade; www.mackayandwhitsundaylife.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Airlie Beach

Before attending

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