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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.

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EVENTS

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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

LIVE EVENTS

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!

SUNNY KIDS

All profits go directly to Sunny Kids, supporting vulnerable local families. Get ready for a night of outrageous fun, cheeky laughs, and fabulous chaos at The Banana Bender Pub’s Drag Bingo - where the numbers are hot and the performances are even hotter. Round up your crew and get set for a cracking night out. Brought to you by the Haus of Drag Bingo

May 29, 2026

From 6:00 pm

HUMP DAY HUSTLE POKER

Every Wednesday night the Banana Bender Pub cranks it up with Hump Day Hustle Poker Night – powered by APL...

June 3, 2026

From 6:00 pm

ALFIE’S ORIGIN BENDER

Footy, fame, and outrageous laughs – this is the lunch you didn’t know you needed! Join us for Alfie’s Origin Bender on Friday, June 5th. Featuring the legendary Sean Woodland, with NRL legends Trent Barrett and Matt Ballin

June 5, 2026

From 12:00 pm

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL

Step into a night of pure musical magic as 'vocalist Pat Flynn delivers a powerhouse live tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival. From iconic anthems to crowd-shaking classics, this is CCR the way it’s meant to be heard. Loud, live and ready to rock the shed - don’t miss it.

June 12, 2026

From 6:30 pm

Haus of Drag Presents PRIDE: PEEL THE PRIDE TAKEOVER

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Haus of Drag takes over The Banana Bender for a full-scale Pride celebration. Peel The Pride Takeover brings together drag, live music, markets, and high-energy entertainment in one vibrant space.

June 13, 2026

From 5:30 pm

SUNSHINE COAST CLASSIC POKER

$5000 PRIZE POOL- The Sunshine Coast Classic Poker Tournament is landing at the Banana Bender Pub for one massive Sunday 14th June.

June 14, 2026

From 11:00 am

LIVE EVENTS

SUNNY KIDS

May 29, 2026

From 6:00 pm

HUMP DAY HUSTLE POKER

Every Wednesday night the Banana Bender Pub cranks it up with Hump Day Hustle Poker Night – powered by APL and fuelled by $20 pizza.

June 3, 2026

From 6:00 pm

ALFIE’S ORIGIN BENDER

June 5, 2026

From 12:00 pm

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL

June 12, 2026

From 6:30 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

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**