What's on

The Silver Link by Joe Smith

Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival

Burdekin’s Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival showcases and celebrates what is great about the Burdekin's rich agricultural region and the enviable lifestyle that comes with it!

Sweet Days, Hot Nights Festival is all about showcasing and celebrating what is great about the Burdekin's rich agricultural region and the enviable lifestyle that comes with it, from fresh produce and culinary delights through to adventure and sports tourism experiences, country hospitality, great music and family-friendly entertainment. Headline events return to the Home Hill Showgrounds in May 2025:

  • The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire returns Friday 30th May 2025. 
  • The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships returns Saturday 31st May 2025. 

The Burdekin Cultural Fair featuring First Fire celebrates the diversity of the Burdekin while witnessing the first cane fire of the 2025 harvest! The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is a test of skill and endurance, with thousands of dollars in prize money up for grabs for competitors. Both events have something to do for the whole family with children's activities, animal farms, come and try stages, food stalls, a bar and much more! 

For further details, check out the festival website here

2025 Sdhn facebook banner picture