Good Vibrations Retro & Vintage Festival 2024
Event description
Good Vibrations Retro & Vintage Festival
A celebration of all things yesteryear, Good Vibrations brings together all of the classics from the good old days. Enjoy classic cars, retro tunes, vintage fashion & finds, old-school entertainment and more!
DJ NICO TROPICO - Friday & Saturday, 12:00 - 2:00pm
Spinning old-school beats and vinyl bangers to get the party started.
JAKE AND THE CADILLACS - Friday 5:30 - 8:00pm
Jake and the Cadillacs are a rockabilly powerhouse that will blow your mind with their electrifying performance! These guys are not messing around, delivering a heart-stopping, high-octane show that will have you screaming for more.
PEACHES AND THE ALPHASONICS - Saturday 2:30 - 4:30pm
Peaches & The ALPHASONICS resurrect up-tempo, swinging Jump Blues and attract a strong following of fans to their authentic vintage sound.
The band elevates the raw musical stylings that black artists brought to the 40’s and 50’s as precursors to the Rhythm and Blues, Rock and Roll and Soul music of later decades.
DOUG CHARLES AS ELVIS PRESLEY (ETA) - Friday 3:00 - 5:00pm / Saturday 5:30 - 8:30pm
The King might be gone, but his music lives on through Tribute Artists around the world.
Experience an Elvis Presley tribute show presented by Doug Charles, winner of the National 2023 Parkes Elvis Festival Competition - “Tribute to the King” Winner!
MISS GOOD VIBRATIONS - DJ SOUL FUSION - Saturday 4:30pm
Rock out in your best vintage-inspired rockabilly or pin-up outfit. You’ll get to strut your stuff on-stage with the potential to be crowned Miss Good Vibrations 2024! Get your crew together for a fun, retro parade to celebrate fashions of yesteryear. Anyone can enter!
HOUND DOG DRESS UP COMP - Friday 2:30pm
This one’s for the dog lovers! Dress up your pup like the King himself, or in your best rock’n’roll style. Prizes for every pooch!
CLASSIC CAR DISPLAYS - Saturday (all day)
Whether you're a dedicated car enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of automotive design, our classic car display promises to ignite your passion and leave you in awe. Take a trip down memory lane as you admire the curves, chrome, and character of these automotive treasures.
RETRO RECORDS & VINTAGE VINYL - Friday (all day)
Step into a world of crackling vinyl and discover an eclectic selection of records spanning genres, eras, and artists. From rare gems to beloved classics, our Records Fair is a haven for collectors and music lovers alike, offering a unique opportunity to uncover hidden musical treasures and expand your vinyl collection.
HULA HOOPING WORKSHOPS - Friday & Saturday 4:00 - 6:00pm
Swing, swirl, and spin your way into a whirlwind of fun with our hula hooping workshops! Led by expert Karlie, these interactive sessions will teach kids of all ages the art of hula hooping. From mastering basic techniques to learning flashy tricks and flourishes, our workshops are guaranteed to keep little ones entertained and engaged. Grab a hoop and get ready to hula!
BUBBLE GUM BLOWING - Friday 3:00pm
Bubble Gum Blowing Competition: Think you have what it takes to blow the biggest bubble in town? Join us for our bubble gum blowing competition and put your skills to the test! Show off your bubble-blowing prowess and compete against friends and fellow festival-goers for the title of Bubble Gum Champion. With prizes and bragging rights up for grabs, the stakes have never been higher!
QUOITS THROWING
Gather your friends and family for a friendly competition of quoits! Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, our quoits area is the perfect place to test your aim and skill. Throw your rings with precision, score points, and aim for that elusive ringer.
VINTAGE VILLAGE
Browse our selection of market stalls with everything from vintage and rockabilly clothing to cool collectibles.
FOOD TRUCKS
Enjoy a taste of the good old days with our selection of some of the best food vendors from across the Sunny Coast!
GET ON THE D-FLOOR
There’s plenty of room to boogie on the Good Vibrations dancefloor! Get your groove on to the infectious beats of our live DJs and bands.
Rock around Cool Town and enjoy all the classics from the good old days! Enjoy a fun weekend out for the whole family. Come and SEA for yourself what Coolum has to offer!