Wine, dine, and shine—it's your time!
Wine, dine, and shine—it's your time!
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
- 20
- MAY
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.
- May 20, 2026
- From 6:00 pm
- 22
- MAY
BINGO LOCO
**Sold Out** Bingo Loco is back May 22nd a wild 3-hour show with rave rounds, dance-offs, epic prizes & nonstop energy! A festival meets theatre for the best night out!
- May 22, 2026
- From 5:00 pm
- 24
- May
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
- May 24, 2026
- From 2:00 pm
- 27
- MAY
BEACHFEST TRIVIA 2026
Beachfest 2026 lands at the Bender with a high-energy fun afternoon trivia event on Wednesday 27th May. Round up your mates, grab a table, and get ready for a fun-filled session of trivia.
While you’re there, check out an impressive showcase of over 80 pre-1984 classic cars on display- perfect for car lovers and casual fans. Over $1000 bucks in prizes to be won.
- May 27, 2026
- From 12:00 pm
- 29
- MAY
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
- 5
- JUN
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
- 12
- JUN
CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL
Step into a night of pure musical magic as 'vocalist Lance Friends 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
- 13
- JUN
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
- 14
- 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 14th June.
- June 14, 2026
- From 11:00 am
- 20
- JUN
REMEMBRANCE RIDE 2026
Join the 2026 Remembrance Ride this June 20th and ride with purpose. All funds raised support the Salvation Army First Response Team. Helping the homeless and those doing it tough in Nambour. Charity and Community!
- June 20, 2026
- From 8:00 am
- 27
- JUN
SUNSHINE COAST BLUES AND ROOTS FESTIVAL
Live music, coastal vibes and the soul of Sunshine Coast blues & roots return to the Banana Bender Pub as the Blues & Roots Festival hits its third unforgettable year
- June 27, 2026
- From 5:00 pm
- 28
- JUN
SUNDAY SWING DACING
Step back into the roaring 50s where country roots, rhythm and blues, and swing shaped the rockabilly sound.
An afternoon of live music that blends heart, groove and old-school charm
Dezzie D and The Stingrayz bring that rich, brass-driven rhythm to the Shed for $10 - DOORS 1PM
- June 28, 2026
- From 1:30 pm
- 2
- JUL
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT
"FULL HOUSE NOW" Ticket Allocation Exhausted
School holidays just got a whole lot more fun with our FREE Easter Family Trivia Night at the Banana Bender Pub - packed with laughs, kid-friendly trivia, big prizes and unbeatable family vibes. DOORS 5:30PM - TRIVIA STARTS 6:30PM
- July 2, 2026
- From 5:30 pm
- 4
- Jul
THE ULTIMATE SUPERSTARS OF COUNTRY TRIBUTE SHOW
The Ultimate Superstars of Country are riding into The Banana Bender Pub for one epic night of country hits. Sing your heart out to the biggest tunes from Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen and Chris Stapleton.
- July 4, 2026
- From 7:00 pm
- 5
- JUL
SUNDAY VIBES WITH JANICE AND THE VIOLETS
Spend your School Holiday Sunday the right way with live music, cold drinks, and laid back Banana Bender vibes as Janice & The Violets hit the Beer Garden. Bringing a crowd pleasing mix of soulful vocals, classic favourites, and feel good live energy, this is the perfect afternoon session for Sunshine Coast locals and vistors.
- July 5, 2026
- From 12:30 pm
- 10
- JUL
JUNIOR OPEN MIC NIGHT APRIL
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 17th Arpil from 3-10pm. Bring your instruments and your cheer squad. Full backline supplied thanks to Mooloolaba Music
- July 10, 2026
- From 3:00 pm
- 12
- JUL
FONOTI
Ease into your Sunday with the smooth sounds of Fonoti in the beer garden. Perfect for cruisy catch ups and long summer afternoons. Grab a cocktail, settle into the sunshine. This is the relaxed summer moment everyone needs at the Bender
- July 12, 2026
- From 12:30 pm
- 24
- Jul
BINGO LOCO- July
Bingo Loco is back May 22nd a wild 3-hour show with rave rounds, dance-offs, epic prizes & nonstop energy! A festival meets theatre for the best night out! - Cracking night at the Bender.
- July 24, 2026
- From 5:00 pm
- 25
- Jul
BOB MARLEY TRIBUTE SHOW
One legendary soundtrack. One huge live show. One unforgettable night at Banana Bender Pub on Saturday 25th July. Roaring Lion returns with an electrifying Bob Marley Tribute experience bringing the timeless sound of reggae to the Sunshine Coast for one massive celebration of live music.
- July 26, 2026
- From 6:00 pm
- 31
- JUL
THE CHEF’S TABLE: FILIPINO KITCHEN TAKOVER
Step into Mango’s After Dark as it transforms for a two‑week celebration featuring a Filipino‑inspired kitchen takeover for The Curated Plate Food Festival. Indulge in a refined five‑course menu crafted by Chef Robert C. Cauilan, paired with a curated two‑hour drinks package experience.
- July 31, 2026
- From 7:00 pm
- 7
- AUG
THE CHEF’S TABLE: FILIPINO KITCHEN TAKOVER
Step into Mango’s After Dark as it transforms for a two‑week celebration featuring a Filipino‑inspired kitchen takeover for The Curated Plate Food Festival. Indulge in a refined five‑course menu crafted by Chef Robert C. Cauilan, paired with a curated two‑hour drinks package experience
- August 7, 2026
- From 7:00 pm
- 8
- AUG
LIVING IN THE 70’S
Saturday 8th August, step into a night of pure retro nostalgia at the Bender with Living In The 70’s, a FREE live music experience celebrating the soundtrack of a generation. this all ages event is set to bring colour, energy and feel good vibes to the Sunshine Coast
- August 8, 2026
- From 7:00 pm
- 5
- SEP
SUNNY SIDE UP FESTIVAL
Sunny Side Up lands at Aussie World for one huge night of music, energy and good vibes this september. Catch Hot Dub, Pendulum DJ Set, What So Not and more across three stages on Saturday 5 September 2026.
- September 5, 2026
- From 5:00 pm