PAID EVENT: Sunflower Festival - Kalbar

Sunflower Festival Meetup — Friday 1 May 2026

Event: Kalbar Sunflower Festival

Hosted by: Kalbar Sunflower Festival
Location: 56 Warumkarie Rd, Kalbar QLD 4309, Australia 
Date: Friday, 1 May 2026
Festival Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM 

Join visitors from across Queensland to explore fields of over one million blooming sunflowers, take photos, enjoy live music, food vendors, activities and markets. 

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Meetup Details

☀️ Meeting Time: 8:00 AM (festival start time)
Meeting Spot: At the main entrance of the Kalbar Sunflower Festival (look for the festival signage at the carpark entrance)
Recommended: Comfortable shoes, hat, sunscreen, water bottle & camera

Suggested Arrival: Aim to arrive 15 min early so everyone gathers before entering together — traffic flows better earlier in the morning. 

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☁️ Weather Forecast for Friday 1 May 2026 (Brisbane/Kalbar general)

Typical climate for early May in southeast Queensland:
• Daytime temperatures: ~22 – 24 °C (min ~14 °C)
• Conditions: Mild and pleasant autumn weather with a chance of scattered rain showers — Brisbane averages a few rainy days in May, though overall milder than summer. 

No specific forecast is available this far ahead; historical averages suggest comfortable daytime temperatures, moderate UV and occasional showers. 

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️ Tickets & Entry

General Admission Tickets are required and must be purchased in advance — they are limited and sell out fast. 

Purchase and info (when available starting Mar 2026):
https://kalbarsunflowers.com.au/ (festival’s official site) 

Approx. ticket prices (2026 expected):
• Adults: ~$35 AUD
• Teens (15–17): ~$15 AUD
• Kids under 15: Free 

Tip: Book your preferred time slot early — arrival times may be managed to avoid traffic congestion. 

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Additional Tips
• Bring cash for vendors (some may not take cards). 
• Pets are allowed on-lead, but clean up after them. 
• Picnic & photos: Best light for photography is early morning and late afternoon.
• Optional experiences (photo shoots, art classes, lunches) are extra and require separate booking once tickets go live (Mar 2026).

Please ensure you purchase tickets well in advance.

Thank you,
Donna