Lots Of Fun For Everyone

Our first fireworks display last year left everyone in awe prompting a flood of comments from onlookers that they were best fireworks they had ever seen.

Again when the festival comes to an end at 8pm, celebrations will close with a another amazing display to help us finish on a high.

Dan & Steph Mulheron became the lovable every day Aussie couple on the fourth series of channel Seven’s largest cooking show, My Kitchen Rules.

Since taking out the title of ‘Champions’ in 2013, they have continued to work extremely hard on goals they set.

They have opened their own restaurant called EAT at Dan & Steph’s in their home town of Hervey Bay QLD, published their first cookbook in November 2014 ‘EAT @ Home’, their second cookbook ‘Meat & Sweet’ was released in July 2015 & in March 2015 opened their second business called School House Espresso, also in Hervey Bay – which they are excited to BE franchising over the next few years.

Their biggest goal in life was achieved when Dan & Steph introduced their first child into the world, a daughter Emmy, born in late April – it was the reason why they went on MKR to win – as they had to travel the IVF route to achieve their goal & now she is finally here!

Dan & Steph have a huge passion for food & family and we are excited to have them and their EAT at Dan & Steph’s Gourmet Sausage Stall at the festival this year.

The Kid’s Zone will have a wide assortment of games and activities mainly for junior primary aged children. Most of the activities will be provided by Lighthouse Festival volunteers.

We will also have some Dad’s Read ambassadors along to promote this very worthwhile program.

Last year Burnett Heads State School, Woongarra State School, St Luke’s Primary, and Walkervale State School participated in this project symbolising all the great things about the Bundaberg region.

This year Burnett Heads State School, Lead Child Care, YMCA Child Care, and Walkervale State School are doing the project under then them “Diversity”.

If you love wandering around markets and checking out lots of unique stalls, you’ll be in your element at the Lighthouse Festival. With around 60 stalls for you to explore, you are certain to find that perfect gift or just something different to treat yourself.

Rides and Slides by Fun Time Amusements

For those who enjoy thrills and and excitement, Fun Time Amusements will be at the festival again this year with all their best rides and slides for lots of great fun.

Segways have become one of the coolest ways to get around in recent years. If you haven’t tried one out before, come along and give it a go at the Lighthouse Festival. It’s the most fun you’ll have on two wheels. Thanks to Segue Bundy.

The helicopter rides have been a hit with patrons giving them the chance to get an amazing view of our coastline.

Plenty of Tasty Food

If you like to take the opportunity to indulge your tastebuds when you visit events you’ll be happy with the selection of food vendors who will be at the festival. All of your festival favourites will be on hand to treat you to a range of nice food with plenty of options to suit everyone’s taste buds.

With the festival running from 12pm to 8pm you can always do lunch and dinner.

The camels have become a popular attraction at the Lighthouse Festival and we are pleased to see them back again this year. Take a ride and enjoy the view from the back of a camel with the ocean on one side and the festival on the other.

Be sure to take a little time to visit the historic Burnett Heads lighthouse and learn a little about its significance to the development of the area. The lighthouse will be open for inspection on the day of the festival  (however due to safety limitations patrons are unable to climb to the top).

Licensed Bar & Kombi Keg Bundy

Grab a refreshment, sit back, and enjoy the shade and the tunes coming from the nearby Lighthouse Stage. Remember we are a family event so please be sure to drink responsibly.