Calliope Youth Fest - Saturday 20th Sept

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Sep 18
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Calliope Youth Fest – Saturday 20 September | 10am – 2pm | Bunting Park, Calliope

Organised by the talented Eventsters group from Calliope State High School in collaboration with Gladstone Regional Council (GRC), this brand-new youth-led, free community festival is launching on the first day of the September school holidays and your students are invited!

What’s Happening at Calliope Youth Fest:

Youth Makers Market

11 young entrepreneurs showcasing their creative products, handmade items, and small businesses
Live & Roving Entertainment

Including stilt walkers, hula hoop performers, and live music by talented young locals
Free Kids Activities, including:
Face painting
Glitter tattoos & festival glitter bar (with Happy Hues)
Balloon twisting (with Luke & Kim)
Chalk art (with Sunlit Henna)
Food Trucks
The Scavenger Hunt
Connected Youth Café

A chill space for young people to hang out, play giant games, join fun activities, connect with local youth services, and enjoy a sausage sizzle.

Delivered by Gladstone Neighbourhood Centre’s Connected Youth Group, supported by local organisations and PCYC.

Calliope Youth Fest is more than just a fun day out it’s a celebration of youth creativity, leadership, and community spirit. It aligns with Council’s commitment to youth engagement and provides a valuable opportunity for students and families to connect with local groups, express themselves, and support their peers.

We would love your help to share this event with your school community via newsletters, social media, or classroom announcements. (I have attached our flyer for your use)

I have attached some social tiles if you would like to use them and a here is a link to our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C7CeMVDZ2/

Event Details:

Event: Calliope Youth Fest
Date: Saturday, 20 September
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Bunting Park, Calliope
Cost: FREE entry & activities
All ages welcome!