Chill with your gals, laugh out loud
Chill with your gals, laugh out loud
Live Music at Banana Bender Pub
LIVE EVENTS AT THE
BANANA BENDER PUB
Looking for the best Sunshine Coast pub events and live music? Banana Bender Pub is your go-to destination for live entertainment on the Sunshine Coast. From live bands and comedy nights to special events and functions, enjoy great food, drinks, and an unbeatable atmosphere.
Upcoming Sunshine Coast Pub Events
- 19
- JUL
FAMILY KARAOKE
If you’ve been hunting for family karaoke on the coast that doesn’t take itself too seriously, you’ve found it. Beer Garden Belters is your monthly excuse to grab the fam, a mic, butcher a classic, or absolutely nail it - all in the laid-back chaos of the Banana Bender beer garden. Kids, parents, mates… everyone’s welcome
- September 20, 2026
- From 2:00 pm
- 2
- JUL
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT
School holidays just got a whole lot more fun with our FREE Family Trivia Night at the Banana Bender Pub Thursday 24th September packed with laughs
kid-friendly trivia, big prizes and unbeatable family vibes. DOORS 5:30PM. Book your group table today!
- September 24, 2026
- From 5:30 pm
- 21
- Jun
TRIBUTE FESTIVAL 26′
The Ultimate Tribute Festival '26
Get ready for a night of unforgettable music, Friday, Sep 25th, six top tribute acts one epic show.
A night of timeless hits of ABBA, Bee Gees, Neil Diamond, Barbra Streisand, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Fleetwood Mac Experience in a non-stop celebration of classic anthems. Music that shapped generations. – each delivering a 40 min set of iconic hits.
- September 25, 2026
- From 6:00 pm
- Jun
BINGO LOCO
Bingo Loco: a wild 3-hour show with rave rounds, dance-offs, epic prizes & nonstop energy. Saturday 26th September.
PALMVIEW!!! Strap yourselves, in because the world's LARGEST BINGO RAVE is heading to the Bender for a massive event! Grab your tickets now,
- September 26, 2026
- From 5:00 pm
- JUL
TINY HUMANS
Saturday 26th Spetember, Tiny Humans Dancing under the sea is bringing a proper kids rave dance party to the Sunshine Coast - packed with huge tunes, under the sea theming, confetti blasts, bubble machines, games, lighting effects and non-stop energy for little legends and their grown-ups.
- September 26, 2026
- From 10:30 am
- 10
- JUL
JUNIOR OPEN MIC NIGHT SEPTEMBER
The Banana Bender is all about backing fresh talent, and this year we’re giving the juniors the entire stage to themselves. Back after a popular demand - Friday 10th July from 3-10pm. Bring your instruments and your cheer squad. Full backline supplied thanks to Mooloolaba Music
- September 27, 2026
- From 3:00 pm
- Jun
AUDIO HOLICS FESTIVAL W/MARINO MELLINO
Friday 2nd October - The most awaited festival of the year is back on the Coast, once again powered by AUDIOHOLICS, the out of this world audiovisual experience brought to life by the master himself, MARIANO MELLINO.
- October 2, 2026
- From 2:00 pm
- Jun
NEON BOOTS LINE DANCING
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
TWO FIRES – Cold Chisel & Jimmy Barnes Show
Get ready to sing every word and feel every beat as TWO FIRES CHISEL BARNES SHOW brings the fire of Cold Chisel and Jimmy Barnes to the Shed stage. Friday 23rd, October
- October 23, 2026
- From 6:00 pm
- 24
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
- Jun
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
- Jun
HALLOWEEN WEEKEND FEATURING WILL SPARKS
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.
- October 31, 2026
- From 8:00 pm
- Jun
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
- 29
- NOV
AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST LOW & SLOW BBQ School
Join Cotton Tree Meats for Australia’s largest Low & Slow BBQ School.
Master the Art of BBQ with the Best in the Business on Saturday 29th November.
- November 28, 2026
- From 11:00 am
- 5
- JUL
FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES WITH JANICE & THE VIOLETS
Spend your summer Friday nights the right way. Free live music, cold drinks, and laid-back Banana Bender vibes as Janice & The Violets take the stage in the Beer Garden. With soulful vocals, classic favourites, and feel-good energy, it’s the perfect way for Sunshine Coast locals and visitors to unwind and kick off the weekend.
- December 4, 2026
- From 5:00 pm
- Jun
THE SHINE
Clock off. Grab a cold one. Let The Shine take over. Powerhouse vocals meet beer garden vibes. Friday 11th December - kicking off at 5pm. FREE LIVE MUSIC. Your holiday mood, sorted.
- December 11, 2026
- DEC
All WRAPPED UP
All Wrapped Up combines great food, live entertainment, festive cheer and exclusive access to selected Aussie World rides for one unforgettable night.
With dazzling Christmas lights, spectacular décor and a premium dining experience, it’s the Sunshine Coast’s most unique Christmas function for rewarding staff, entertaining clients or celebrating with your team.
- December 12, 2026
- From 5:30 pm
- 9
- JUN
SUNSHINE COAST CLASSIC POKER
$5000 PRIZE POOL- The Sunshine Coast Classic Poker Tournament is landing at the Banana Bender Pub for one massive Sunday 20th December
- December 20, 2026
- From 11:00 am
- 28
- SEP
GET YOUR ULTIMATE SUNDAY SESS FIX WITH FRIED OUT KOMBI!!
Get ready for an epic Boxing Day sesh with Fried Out Kombi, one of the Sunshine Coast’s favourites! From 1pm in the beer garden. Summer holidays never looked so good!
- December 26, 2026
- From 1:00 pm
- 22
- JAN
MANPOWER AUSTRALIA
Thursday 28th January -The Worlds #1 Male Revue show is the ultimate girl’s night out hit the Bender!!
A light-hearted, fun performance, Manpower is the perfect occasion for a girl’s night out
- January 28, 2027
- From 7:30 pm
- Jun
KINGS OF COUNTRY ROCK
Kings of Country Rock hits the Banana Bender Pub on Saturday 27 February 2027. Experience a two-hour tribute spectacular celebrating the Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival,
Two iconic bands. One unforgettable night of country rock. Book your tickets now!
- February 27, 2027
- From 7:00 pm