Add Your Heading Text Here

Banana Bender Pub Sunshine Coast

A QUEENSLAND ICON

Welcome to Banana Bender Pub, a Queensland icon and a must-visit Sunshine Coast pub known for live music, great food and unforgettable events, we offer a relaxed, welcoming space for locals and visitors to dine, celebrate and enjoy everything the Sunshine Coast has to offer. As a leading Sunshine Coast pub, Banana Bender Pub is the perfect destination for families, locals and visitors alike.

Discover the Sunshine Coast’s most innovative pub food, serving the freshest local produce, a team of internationally trained chefs and the friendliest customer service. A 100% family friendly dining experience on the Sunshine Coast. From our spacious Queensland inspired verandah, join us for a delicious dining experience at the Banana Bender Pub, perfect for family gatherings, date nights and celebrations!!

Sunshine Coast soul. Local rebel heart. Made from scratch. Built to rise.

Born under the Banana Bender Pub roof, Burger & Pizza Co. brings a lighter edge to the party. Our Buff Boss Burger features premium Maleny Buffalo Farm meat packed with rich local flavour and zero shortcuts.

Our slow rise sourdough pizza bases are naturally fermented for a lighter, crispier bite made for the Sunny Coast lifestyle

Our pizzas start with slow-rise sourdough, naturally fermented for a lighter, lower-calorie base that’s crisp, airy and easier on you. It’s classic comfort, re-imagined for the way the Sunny Coast lives.

LIVE EVENTS

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING WILL SPARKS

October 31, 2026
8:00 pm

Will Sparks is bringing peak-time festival energy to The Shed for Halloween. Joined by Little Fritter - this is a full-send night of house, techno and dance-floor chaos. Saturday 31 October. 8pm to midnight. Get your crew, sort the costume and secure your tickets.

The Banana Bender Pub’s events calendar is packed with live music, themed parties, live shows with a twist, and much more. Don’t miss out on the best live events on the Sunshine Coast
– visit us today!

NEON BOOTS LINE DANCING

**SOLD OUT EVENT NO DOOR TICKETS** Kick up your heels at Neon Boots Line Dancing, taking over The Shed at the Banana Bender Pub Friday 9th October. Whether you’re learning the steps or ready to hit the floor, expect a high-energy night of country music, line dancing and good times with a welcoming crowd. This is an all-ages event, but it is best suited to primary school-aged children and older.

October 9, 2026

From 5:30 pm

KESHA NEVÉ & KALANI ARTIS

Australian Idol 2026 winner Kesha Nevé and fan favourite Kalani Artis unite for the SIDE BY SIDE Tour. Saturday 24th...

October 24, 2026

From 7:00 pm

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING LIME CORDIALE

Halloween Weekender starts loud with Lime Cordiale DJ Set, Touch Sensitive and Mudcrab taking over The Shed. Expect indie bangers, shimmering disco, feel-good house and a dancefloor built for a proper Friday-night blowout

October 30, 2026

From 8:00 pm

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING WILL SPARKS

October 31, 2026

From 8:00 pm

NEON BOOTS LINE DANCING

Kick up your heels at Neon Boots Line Dancing, taking over The Shed at the Banana Bender Pub! Whether you’re learning the steps or ready to hit the floor, expect a high-energy night of country music, line dancing and good times with a welcoming crowd.

November 6, 2026

From 5:30 pm

CASCADA

This November, Cascada returns to Australia for her first ever solo headline tour, celebrating 20 years of dancefloor anthems. Catch Cascada live on Friday 27 November at the Bender, joined by Darren Bailie of Guru Josh Project and Aussie dance legend Nick Skitz. Presale sign-up is now open. Register now for first access to tickets before they go on sale to the public

November 27, 2026

From 7:00 pm

NEON BOOTS LINE DANCING

October 9, 2026

From 5:30 pm

KESHA NEVÉ & KALANI ARTIS

Australian Idol 2026 winner Kesha Nevé and fan favourite Kalani Artis unite for the SIDE BY SIDE Tour. Saturday 24th October. Featuring beloved Idol performances, brand-new original music and a full live band. Grab your tickets now. Over 18s event.

October 24, 2026

From 7:00 pm

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING LIME CORDIALE

October 30, 2026

From 8:00 pm

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING WILL SPARKS

October 31, 2026

From 8:00 pm

WHAT'S ON

Check out what’s happening weekly at the Banana Bender Pub on the Sunshine Coast. Enjoy live music, trivia nights, open mic night, goose club raffles and a courtesy bus to get here and home safely. It’s the best spot for time out with friends, the family, or the girls. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

THE LATIN CLUB

GOOSE CLUB RAFFLES

YOUR EPIC BIRTHDAY

HENS PARTY FUN

OPEN MIC NIGHT

PUB TRIVIA

Locals Love the Bender

Based on real Google reviews from our guests

    
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Taylor Cordier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kylie was the loveliest waitress! Amazing food and such good atmosphere
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mark Hitchins 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything about this place is awesome!! Friendly staff, quality food, fair prices and the artwork and displays are amazing

TWilight mini golf

Swing in for a round of Twilight Mini Golf on the Banana Bender Pub’s epic 18-hole course, with its beautifully landscaped greens and challenging obstacles. It’s the perfect hole-in-one fun for family groups, mates and group events. Visit us to tee off for an unforgettable Sunshine Coast Mini Golf experience!

Minimum ten guests per booking apply

GET YOUR FUN-CTION ON

We’re the place with all the spaces for your next birthday, engagement, wedding, work function or if you just need an excuse to gather all your mates and party. Unlock the FUN at your next FUNction at the Banana Bender Pub!

The ‘Marquee’

Wedding, parties, anything requiring a larger space, in the heart of Aussie World, this unique setting is primed to celebrate special occasions.

The ‘Verandah’

A classic Queensland style design, fully enclosed, comfortable, colourful space that is primed to host groups from 10 to 100 in tropical style.

The ‘Surf Lifesaving Mezz’

A nod to Queensland’s Surf Lifesaving history offers the perfect beach style space for small cocktail style groups to gather and celebrate.

The ‘Music Mezz’

Respecting everything classic Aussie Rock Music. Incredibly themed and intimate space to relax with your mates.

The ‘Celebrity Mezz’

Nestled in Queensland Rainforest inspired greenery, with a whole wall dedicated to Australia's brightest stars.

The Shed

This multi purpose, dynamic space is known for its service and agile approach to all styles and sizes of events.

THE 'VERANDAH'

The 'surf livesaving mezz'

The 'music mezz'

THE SHED

The 'celebrity mezz'

The 'marquee'

COURTESY BUS

Got the party vibes but no ride? No worries! Just give us a bell, and we’ll have our Banana Bus swing by to whisk you away to the ultimate shindig. Our courtesy bus is on the road every Friday and Saturday to get you to and from the Banana Bender Pub safely!

**The courtesy bus only operates two days a week on weekends**