Love is in the air as Hinterland Tourism Sunshine Coast gears up to host the 2025 Summer Maleny Wedding Festival Trail on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 January, 10am–3pm daily.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, this event for brides and grooms-to-be promises inspiration, excitement, and a chance to win the ultimate wedding package worth $50,000.
Attendees are invited to purchase their Wedding Festival Passport, granting them entry to explore stunning venues, meet world-class vendors, and unlock exclusive festival specials.
Each venue visited earns a stamp in the passport and the chance to win the $50K wedding prize which includes a $10,000 diamond from Maleny Jewellers,
$18,000 toward a participating wedding venue, $5,000 wedding photography package by Life and Love Photography, plus thousands of dollars towards wedding styling services, transportation, celebrant, bridal hair and makeup or floral arrangements.
“The Wedding Festival Trail is not just an event; it’s an experience that showcases the Sunshine Coast Hinterland as one of Australia’s most iconic wedding destinations. We’re thrilled to bring together our incredible venues and vendors to help couples create the wedding of their dreams,” Hinterland Tourism Sunshine Coast president Kerry Brown said.
The event allows couples to meet local experts and get insider advice and exclusive festival deals while visiting a range of picturesque venues including Tiffany’s Maleny, Goodwater Ridge, Secrets on the Lake, Montville Country Cabins, and many more.
“Being face to face with our vendors lets couples discover the latest trends in bridal fashion, catering, entertainment, and décor…so there is plenty of advice and support to help them pull together everything they need for their big day,” Kerry said.
“We are anticipating around 3,000 people over the two days of the showcase, and with over 100 vendors exhibiting its looking to be our best Showcase yet.”
For more information or to purchase a wedding passport visit visitsunshinecoasthinterland.com.au/event/maleny-wedding-festival-trail-summer/