Noosa Eat & Drink Festival is back this weekend, serving up epic flavours, riverside vibes and beachside beats — and the best part? You don’t need to stress about parking or getting around. With loads of affordable and scenic transport options on offer, it’s never been easier to sip, snack and celebrate across Noosa.
So whether you’ve planned every bite or are still deciding what to do — here’s how to get moving (and a hot tip on where you definitely want to be).
If you haven’t locked in your plans yet, Festival Village should be at the top of your list. Located in Noosa Woods, this is the heart of the festival — packed with pop-up restaurants, tasting bars, masterclasses, DJs, and more.
It’s a choose-your-own-adventure food and drink playground, perfect for grazing all day or kicking back for a few hours.
🎉 Hot tip: Don’t miss the Sunday afternoon Closing Party — think sunset drinks, live music, and a final toast to an epic weekend. It’s the perfect way to wrap things up, even if you’ve missed other events.
🎟️ Tickets are still available for Festival Village sessions, including Sunday’s finale. Head to the Festival Village page to grab yours now.
While many of the exclusive dining events and tastings have now sold out, there are still a few last-minute tickets floating around. Check the official website to see what’s left — but don’t wait too long!
Saturday evening plans? Leave the car at home! Extra FREE Translink bus services will run across Noosa from 5pm–9pm on Saturday, making it easy to get to and from the Festival Village and surrounding events.
These services will run from Hastings St (Noosa Heads Station), to Noosaville and Noosa Junction (Noosa Transit Centre).
The rest of the weekend, all Translink buses are capped at just 50 cents per ride. It's a smart and sustainable way to hop between Hastings Street, Noosa Junction, Noosaville, and beyond.
Tap on with your go card or contactless payment
Ideal for festival-goers staying nearby or exploring different event locations
Check real-time schedules via the Translink app or website
Why drive when you can arrive by boat? The Noosa Ferry is the most relaxing way to get to Hastings Street and the Festival Village, with regular services from Noosa Marina (Tewantin) and Noosaville.
Ferries run approx. every 45 minutes
Enjoy river views (and maybe even spot some pelicans or dolphins!)
Great for pairing a river cruise with lunch or dinner plans
Parking can be tight during the festival, so plan ahead. We recommend:
Noosa Junction – free and paid options with a quick walk to festival zones or bus links
Lions Park – paid parking next to Hastings Street
Noosa Transit Centre – long-stay parking with access to public transport
