By Penny Brand at yelo.live
The Maleny Music Festival runs from November 8-10.
It offers a melting pot of folk, Irish, blues and Americana music, from some exceptional local talent.
We have everything you need to know for a fun weekend away.
With major music festivals being cancelled across the country – it’s time to support the little guys.
If you love Woodford Folk Festival, Mitchell Creek Festival or Neurum Creek Festival then you will love the Maleny Music Festival.
The boutique, community-led and volunteer-run festival is set in the lush Sunshine Coast hinterland at the Maleny Showgrounds.
It’s family-friendly and the festival is renowned for its relaxed, intimate and casual atmosphere.
The diverse program offers acoustic-based acts, dance bands, comedy, poetry, workshops and street entertainment.
There’s seven stages, activities such as yoga and bush poetry, plenty of food and market stalls, and on-site camping.
What to expect

- Three days of camping and music festival
- Quality musicians and acts
- More than 120 performances
- Jamming tent/BYO instrument
- Workshops and open mic spots
- Licensed bars, delicious food and market stalls
- On-site camping with hot showers
- Street entertainment, kid’s activities
- Under 12s free
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Ticket prices
- Adult full festival ticket (three days), $215 (+ $50-$70 for camping)
- Youth (age 13-17) full festival ticket, $105 (+$25-$35 for camping)
- Adult day ticket, $75
- Under 12s, free (including camping)