1770 Festival
22 - 24 May 2026
The 1770 Festival is an annual commemorative event held in 1770, Queensland (the “only number on the map in Australia”) around the historic date of 24 May 1770.
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About The 1770 Festival
The 1770 Festival is a vibrant annual celebration held every May in Agnes Water & Town of 1770, commemorating James Cook’s 1770 landing and honouring Gooreng Gooreng culture. This colourful community event blends history, culture, music, and fun for all ages.
Your 1770 Festival Adventure Starts Here
Earth Oven
Witness the unearthing of a Gooreng Gooreng feast cooked deep in the earth.
Lantern Parade
Carry your creation or cheer from the sidelines as the festival lights up the dark under the stars.
Ray White Fun Fun
Run, walk, or stroll. Join the 1770 Festival's 5k or 1770k dash for community glory.
1770 Lagoons Central Apartments Fireworks
Street Parade
Line the streets! Enjoy festive floats, music, and local 1770 pride all in the festival's theme.
Friday Night
Kick off the festival. Twilight tunes and salty breezes to start the weekend.
Coming Soon
Food Stalls
Taste the festival. Fresh local flavours and festival favourites for every appetite.
Market Stalls
Shop local. Find your perfect festival souvenir at our bustling market stalls at the festival.
The Grand Finale
Enjoy this year's 1770 Lagoons Central Apartments Fireworks show on Saturday 23 May at 6:55 pm.
Getting to 1770/Agnes Water
The journey begins. Discover the best ways to reach our coastal paradise.
Staying in Agnes Water/1770
Rest your head. Explore the best stays in Agnes Water and 1770.
Conditions Of Entry
- The 1770 Festival is an all weather event.
- This is an all ages event. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Entry is by ticket only, must collect wrist bands at entry gate for under 18s. Bar tickets, merchandise and stall holders prefer card over cash.
- All bags must be presented for searching upon entering the venue.
- Footwear must be worn at all times.
- All patrons will be issued with a coloured wrist band upon entry. Anyone found without an official wrist band will be rejected from the venue.
- No food or drink can be brought into the venue (except for water but we will have chilled water free of charge).
- Chairs and tables will be provided so please do not bring your own.
- Anyone believed to be carrying banned substances may be subjected to a search by security guards or police.
- The bar will close 30 minutes prior to the end of the show each day.
- Drink vouchers are not refundable for cash.
- Drinks cannot be taken out of the licensed area.
- Smoking is only permitted within the designated smoking area.
- Management reserves the right to refuse entry for any reason.
- Liquor will not be sold to anyone who is drunk, disorderly or under 18 years of age.
- Any person who is ejected from the venue for any reason will not be re-admitted at any stage over the length of the festival, nor will they receive a refund of the ticket price.
- No dogs, cats or other pets/animals allowed.
- Bags may be searched or restricted.
- Don’t drink and drive, organise a designated driver, look after each other.
- Public transport via shuttle bus will be available.
- Glass containers are not permitted.
People who are unduly intoxicated will not be served alcohol. - Water will be freely available.
Look out for your friends and family. - Wet and dry areas are both available.
- Go to a chill-out or rest area for help.
- ID will be required to purchase alcohol.
- BYO alcohol is not permitted.
- Photography – please take heaps of pictures, and tag #1770Festival, but be aware of others. Images my be used for marketing a promotional purposes
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