QLD Day Party - Cairns Edition
Celebrate QLD Day with a free community party on the Cairns Esplanade. Gather your family and friends for an exciting evening of live-streamed NRL action, entertainment, food, music and plenty of Queensland spirit at the Eastern Events Lawn (opposite the Pier).
Two Queensland blockbuster games live on the big screen.
5.30pm – North Queensland Cowboys vs Dolphins
7.30pm – Brisbane Broncos vs Gold Coast Titans
Enjoy a great lineup of free family-friendly activities and entertainment, including:
- Live music
- Footy face painting
- Jumping castle
- Hair braiding station in your team colours
- Free sausage sizzle
Wear your favourite team colours, bring a picnic rug and soak up the atmosphere as Queenslanders come together to celebrate QLD Day on the Esplanade.
For more event details, visit QLD Day Party - Cairns Edition on Facebook.
Proudly supported by the Queensland Government as part of QLD Day 2026.
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Last Updated: 29 May 2026
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