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Meet the Judges: Quest for Talent 2025

The Goodna Jacaranda Festival’s Quest for Talent is proud to welcome an exceptional judging panel this year — three accomplished professionals whose expertise spans the worlds of classical, contemporary, and musical theatre performance. Together, they bring a wealth of experience, passion, and artistic insight to guide and inspire the next generation of performers. Seiko Wong […]

Kruger’s Young Performers Bring the Beat of Samoa to Goodna

Kruger State School’s talented Year 5 and 6 performers will open the 2025 Goodna Jacaranda Festival with a stunning Samoan cultural showcase — blending rhythm, storytelling, and community pride in a celebration of diversity.

Meet the Judges: Battle of the Bands 2025

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Jacaranda Festival Magic – Experience the new Two-Day Extravaganza

A Two-Day Celebration of Community, Colour, and Culture The beloved Goodna Jacaranda Festival is back in 2025 with a fresh new twist – this year, for the first time, the festival will run over two vibrant days, making it bigger and better than ever before. Mark your calendars for Friday, 24 October and Saturday, 25 […]

Schools Program Hits New Record!

Saturday at the Jacaranda Festival will once again have the sounds of school music gracing Evan Marginson Park. In a festival record we have 48 ensembles ranging from string orchestras, concert bands, choirs and big bands performing on the main stage. Schools Program Coordinator Matthew Chambers said “It’s a wonderful opportunity for the students to […]

Stony Creek Brewing Joins the Festival

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Stony Creek Brewing, a great independent nanobrewery based in the Lockyer Valley. Stony Creek Brewing also now operates at 88 Limestone St. This year the team will be setting up bar service under the main marquee, so if you’re up for enjoying a brew while you enjoy […]

Club Parkview Signs on for 2024

Club Parkview announces Supporting Partner Sponsorship for 2024.

Kate Miller appointed Event Manager

Setting the groundwork for a successful festival into the future, Kate Miller has been appointed as the event manager for 2024.

Jacaranda Festival Back for 2024

The Festival returns for 2024 cementing its future as the number 1 community festival in Ipswich.

2023 Festival Sponsors

A huge thankyou to the 2023 Goodna Jacaranda Festival Sponsors. We couldn’t have brought it all together with their support.