OPEN TO ALL AS USUAL PLUS EXTRA SPECIAL EVENTS
OPEN TO ALL AS USUAL PLUS EXTRA SPECIAL EVENTS
OPEN TO ALL AS USUAL PLUS THESE EXTRA SPECIAL EVENTS. Fairhill NURSERY, Cafe Bar Restaurant, Farm Shop, Gardens & FAIRY TRAIL are fully open to all during EventS.
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FAIRY DAY
Make Fairy Doors • Potion Making & Picnics • Plant a Fairy Garden • Hold baby chicks or ducklings • Fairy Story Time Under The Tree Of Forgetfulness.
FARM DAY
Egg Collecting Expeditions • Plant Veggie Seeds • Farm Picnic • Scavenger Hunts • Hold baby chicks or ducklings • Farm Story Time Under The Tree Of Forgetfulness.
MAGIC DAY
Make magic wands & wizard staffs • Magic Scavenger Hunts • Plant flower seeds • Hold baby chicks or ducklings • Magic Story Time Under The Tree Of Forgetfulness.
MERRY DAY
Make Banana Icecream • Merry Crafts • Fun Treasure Quest • Hold baby chicks or ducklings • Merry Story Time Under The Tree Of Forgetfulness.
NATURE DAY
Wild Woods Den Building • Rainforest Crafts • Plant Native Seeds • Hold baby chicks or ducklings • Nature Story Time Under The Tree Of Forgetfulness.
FAIRHILL FELLOWSHIP OF THE GARDENS
FAIRHILL FELLOWSHIP OF THE GARDENS
MONDAY, 16th june: 8am-12 Noon
Join our Native Garden Restoration Volunteers. Tools and guidance plus free coffee, cakes & cuttings. The Fairhill Fellowship will meet weekly. Talk to Vanessa to find out more or register at www.fairhill.com.au/fellowship.
Fairhill’s First Winter Solstice Festival
❄️ Fairhill’s First Winter Solstice Festival & Fabulous Half Century Birthday Celebrations! 🎉
Sat 21 & Sun 22 June • From 8am Daily
Free Entry | Family-Friendly | Pet-Friendly
🌟 The Biggest Birthday Party on the Coast!
Celebrate 50 Years of Fairhill!
Two magical days of nature, flavour, firelight, fairy hunts, and festival fun!
AUSTRALIAN PLANTs WINTER FESTIVAL
• Rare natives & bushfoods
• Expert talks & growing tips
• Local plant growers, makers & creators
FOREST FAIRY TRAIL TREASURE HUNTS
All-day garden adventure with a prize for every child!
PERFECT PUPS BANDANA PARADE
10am both days – dress your dog to impress!
🎀 Prizes for: Best Dressed • Fluffiest Tail • Best Winter Theme
LIVE MUSIC & LOCAL ART
From 11am at the Pavilion with Sunshine Coast musicians
• Regional food, art & handmade goods
TALKS & TASTINGS
🍓 Bushtucker tastings
🌿 The Magic of Nature – Angela Wright MBE
🌳 The Fairhill Story – Alex Hansa, Founder
🎨 Mini talks & demos from local legends
FAIRHILLADVENTURE SESSIONS
10am • 12.30pm • 2.30pm (ticketed)
🐥 Chick cuddles • 🌱 Seed planting • 🧪 Nature magic
GRAND OPENING: NEW COUNTRY STORE & FARM SHOP
🛍️ 10am Saturday – Local produce, bushfoods, gifts & handmade treasures
CAFE BAR RESTAURANT – ALL WEEKEND
• Farm-to-table food
• Breakfast, brunch, long lunches, teas
• Special 50th Birthday Menu – book at OpenTable.
BUTTERBEER, BEERS & HOT CHOCOLATE BAR
• Craft beers & ciders
• Toasted marshmallow hot chocolates
• Harry Potter-style Butterbeer!
FIRE & LIGHT MAGIC – From 3pm
• Solstice Firepit & Marshmallow Toasting
• Sparkle Stick Wishes
• Make-your-own Lantern Station
• Dusk Lantern Parade
• Solstice Tree of Light – Add your wish or blessing
📍 Fairhill Botanic Gardens, Nursery, Café & Country Store
114 Fairhill Rd, Ninderry • Just 5 mins from the M1 (Yandina Exit)
🕗 Open from 8am
FAIRHILL BIRD GROUP MEETUP
FAIRHILL BIRD GROUP MEETUP
Last Thursday in every month. Starts at 7am.
Pups & Prosecco Day
Pups & Prosecco Day
Friday June 27th
On International Bring Your Dog to Work Day, join us to celebrate with prosecco and pups. Dogs are always welcome at Fairhill.
Winter holidays
Saturday, June 28th –Sunday, July 13th
Celebrating the winter school holidays with Den Building Adventures, Toasting Marshmallows and Hot Chocolate around the Firepit, and lots of extra Fairhill Fun.
Along with Winter Warmer Dishes from Fairhill Courtyard Café Bar Restaurant including our famous Spiced Pumpkin Soup in Sourdough - the most delicious winter soup served in a sourdough roll.
Fairhill Group of Friends & Neighbours monthly breakfast
Join us on the First Sunday of every month for the Fairhill Group of Friends & Neighbours Monthly Breakfast, where good food and great company come together to start your morning right!
NAIDOC Week
Sunday July 6th – Sunday July 13th
A celebration of the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Gathering Girls - Monthly Nature & Creativity Workshop
Join us for a magical day of creativity, connection, and nature-based fun designed especially for girls aged 7–12. These interactive workshops are set in the heart of Ninderry’s beautiful gardens and woodlands on the Sunshine Coast, offering space to explore, create, and grow.
🗓 When: First Sunday of each month
🕙 Time: Arrive from 10am for a 10:30am start, finishing at 3pm
📍 Where: Ninderry, Sunshine Coast (exact location shared upon booking)
👧 Who: Girls aged 7–12 (parents are welcome to stay nearby if they prefer)
🎟 Cost: $50 per child – includes all materials and two experienced facilitators
👥 Capacity: Limited to 20 girls per gathering
🌿 Upcoming 2025 Dates:
• 8th June
• 6th July
• 3rd August
Expect a mix of hands-on creative projects, nature exploration, and gentle guidance in a supportive environment.
📩 Bookings & Questions:
Email: hellogatheringgirls@gmail.com
Call Astara: 0447 820 095
Call Georgie: 0481 462 495
Let your daughter discover, play, and connect in a truly special space.
Celebrating the Queensland Garden Expo
Thursday, 10th JULY - Sunday, 13th July
8am-4pm
Celebrating the Queensland Garden Expo with special displays and every fourth plant free on these four days! Because Fairhill Gardens is located just 12 minutes from the Queensland Garden Expo, we are giving a Free Coffee to visitors and exhibitors who show their ticket to the Queensland Garden Show.
Note: Fairhill Gardens is open 8am-4.30pm with last orders for coffee/food at 2pm.
International Maths Olympiad
A prestigious mathematics competition hosted on the Sunshine Coast.
Create Your Own Terrarium – A Hands-On Workshop at Fairhill
TERRANIUM WORKSHOP AT FAIRHILL GARDENS - Saturday, July 26th, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop with expert horticulturist Vanessa Barker. Learn the art of layering soil, moss, stones, and choosing the perfect plants for a low-maintenance ecosystem.
Scan QR code or go to simpletix.com/e/create-a-terrarium-workshop-tickets-216386 for tickets.
World Chocolate Day
World Chocolate Day
Monday, July 7th
Indulge in chocolate treats prepared by our award-winning Fairhill kitchen.
World Environment Day
Thursday, June 5th
Focused on the importance of preserving ecosystems and biodiversity.
Create Your Own Terrarium – A Hands-On Workshop
TERRANIUM WORKSHOP AT FAIRHILL GARDENS - Saturday, May 24th, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop with expert horticulturist Vanessa Barker. Learn the art of layering soil, moss, stones, and choosing the perfect plants for a low-maintenance ecosystem.
Scan QR code or go to fairhillgardens.square.site/create-a-terrarium-workshop for tickets.
World Turtle Day
Friday May 23rd - World Turtle Day
Celebrating the long-necked turtles who call Fairhill home.
Guardians of the Green, Protecting Our Future
Monday 19th-Sunday 25th May
Come to Fairhill for the Guardians of the Green event, highlighting conservation, education and outreach work by botanic gardens as the ‘zoos for plants’. Rare and threatened species can be safeguarded for future generations and society can learn and connect with nature.
Discover Fairhill’s ‘Big 5 Plants’ – species telling powerful stories.
We hope that Guardians of the Green will deepen understanding of how botanic gardens combat biodiversity loss and enhance support for nature. Because protecting plants means protecting our future.
World Baking Day
SATURDAY 16 – Sunday 18 May
Celebrate the joy of baking with us this World Baking Day Weekend at Fairhill! From Friday to Sunday, we’re showcasing a special selection of handcrafted cakes, pastries, gateaux, roulades, and more — perfect for morning teas, sweet treats, or a relaxed dessert in the gardens.
What’s on offer:
House-baked cakes and classic desserts
Devonshire Teas with fresh scones, jam & cream
A delicious assortment of baked goods for dine-in or takeaway
Smooth coffee, Euphoric Tea, and refreshing drinks
Pre-order whole cakes & pastries:
Planning a gathering or simply want to spoil someone special? Our whole cakes and featured bakes are available for pre-order. Perfect for parties, gifts, or weekend indulgence.
Settle in and savour:
Enjoy your treats surrounded by the beauty of Fairhill’s native gardens. Whether you're after a light bite or a decadent dessert, it's the perfect place to unwind with friends and family.
📍 Visit us: Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens
📞 To order ahead: (07) 5446 7900
International Day of Families
Thursday May 15th - SUNDAY 18th
Join us for a heartwarming week of family fun — rain or shine!
As the gardens glisten with autumn rain, Fairhill becomes the coziest place to gather, slow down, and share meaningful moments. From free indoor activities to wholesome food and nature play, this is your invitation to celebrate what family means to you.
What’s On – All Week Long:
📚 Puzzles, card games & our Free Little Library
🧸 Wooden toy discovery play for little ones
💌 Message Tree of Gratitude – share a note of love
🎨 Rainy Day Craft Table – paper crowns, nature rubbings & more
🗺️ Weather permitting: Treasure Hunt – Fairy Trail Edition
🫖 Warm drinks, house-baked treats & seasonal meals from Fairhill’s award-winning Courtyard Café & NEW Bar
🎟️ Entry is free | No bookings needed
👨👩👧👦 All families welcome — kids, carers, grandparents & pups too!
Rainy days make the best memories. Come get cosy at Fairhill.
Make Your Own 'Hatchling' Workshop
Saturday May 10th - 9:30 AM - 11:30 am
Craft your own mythical Hatchling at Fairhill Gardens!
Join us for a fun and hands-on workshop where you’ll create a magical dragon egg-inspired piece using our eco-friendly concrete mix (60% recycled glass!). With guidance from Papa & DeeDee, you’ll mix, mould, colour, and decorate your Hatchling — and even add plants if you’d like.
Enjoy a creative morning at the beautiful Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens with time to grab a coffee and explore while your creation sets.
Details:
🛠️ All materials & safety gear provided
🎨 Dress to get a little messy
👧 Great for adults & kids (under 12s need adult supervision)
☕ Café on site | 3-hour workshop with a mid-break
🌿 Spaces are limited!
Mothers’ Day Weekend
Saturday 10th - Monday 12th May
Celebrate Mum all weekend long in our beautiful garden paradise! Whether you’re planning a relaxing brunch or a spontaneous outing, Fairhill is the perfect spot to treat the mother figures in your life.
✨ Book a table for Saturday or Monday, or simply walk in anytime over the weekend – we’re here to help you make memories.
🍽️ Enjoy delicious seasonal dishes from our award-winning Courtyard Restaurant
🍹 Sip on smoothies, craft beers, Mimosas, Prosecco, ciders, Aussie wines & bubbles from our NEW FigTree Bar & Takeaway
🍦 Indulge in sweet and savoury treats, including ice creams and snacks
🎶 Soak up the garden vibes with live music and blooming surrounds
Let’s celebrate the love, care and strength of all the amazing mums out there!
📍 Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens, Ninderry
🌿 Walk-ins welcome | Bookings encouraged for peak times
Labour Day
Monday May 5th
Public holiday celebrating everyone who works to make the world a better place - especially our staff. We are open today!
Native Beekeeping 101
Presented by Ian Driver, Owner/Operator of A Green Soul Native Bees and Executive Member of the Australian Native Bee Association, well-known for his TV appearances. Arrive from 8am, with the event starting at 9am and running until 12 noon.
A Green Soul Native Bees, based on the Sunshine Coast, specializes in native stingless bees and related products.
In this engaging Native Beekeeping 101 Workshop, you’ll be introduced to both Australian stingless bees and solitary bees. Learn how to attract these valuable pollinators to your garden using plants and insect hotels. Enjoy a live stingless bee hive split, a taste of their honey, and create your own bee hotel to take home!
World Naked Gardening Day
Saturday May 3rd
World Naked Gardening Day
At Fairhill, this is all about gardening practices free from synthetic toxins, using organic fertilizers and composting.
Join us for World Naked Gardening Day—Fairhill-style—where we celebrate natural, toxin-free gardening and sustainable living 🌿
At Fairhill, this is all about gardening practices free from (“naked of”) synthetic toxins, using organic fertilizers and composting. This global day is a chance to reconnect with the earth and explore the essentials of organic gardening. Find the products you need to:
🌿 Grow organically and chemical-free
♻ Compost and use natural fertilisers
🌸 Create thriving, eco-friendly gardens
Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just getting started, come enjoy a relaxed day in the gardens, meet fellow plant lovers, and soak up the beauty of nature.
☕ Grab a coffee or bite to eat at the Courtyard Café Bar Restaurant
🎟 Free entry to fairy trail, gardens and nursery
Yin Yoga & Women's Circle
Join us for an evening of Yin Yoga followed by an intimate Women’s Circle in a beautiful garden setting.
Sunday, April 27th, 3pm - 5pm
Anzac Day Weekend
ANZAC Day Weekend at Fairhill – Complimentary Coffee for Our Heroes
This ANZAC Day Weekend, we honour the brave men and women who serve and have served in the Australian and New Zealand armed forces. As a small gesture of gratitude, we’re offering complimentary coffee to all current and former service members on:
🗓️ Friday, April 25th
🗓️ Saturday, April 26th
🗓️ Sunday, April 27th
🕒 From 8:00am to 2:00pm daily
Come and enjoy a peaceful moment in the serene surroundings of Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens, with a freshly brewed coffee from our Courtyard Café.
Whether you’re visiting to reflect, remember, or relax, we warmly welcome you and your loved ones to join us in honouring this meaningful weekend.
Complimentary coffee for all who serve or have served.
Fairhill Famous Easter Egg Treasure Hunts
EGGS FOR EVERYONE
Starts 8am till 4.30pm daily
you’re invited Every Day of the Long Weekend this Easter
Also open Thursdays-Mondays every week, 8am-4.30pm
Fairhill Cafe Bar Restaurant last orders 2pm
Mama & Child Circle
Take a breath, settle in, and join us at Fairhill for a nurturing Mama & Child Circle — a gentle gathering for mothers, carers, and children.
This is a chance to slow down and connect with like-minded women in a relaxed, supportive space where little ones are welcome just as they are. Whether you're a new mama, a seasoned parent, or a loving carer, you’ll be met with warmth and understanding.
We’ll sit together in circle, share stories, enjoy calm conversation, and reconnect with nature and community — all with the joyful hum of children nearby.
Thursday, April 17th, 9am - 11am
Garden Tool Sharpening 101
Garden Tool Sharpening 101
Join a small group of women for a hands-on Garden Tools Workshop at Fairhill Nursery! Learn how to safely clean, sharpen, and maintain tools like secateurs, loppers, axes, and more. Bring your own tools and gain the confidence to keep them sharp and ready for action!
All materials are provided, and you'll have the chance to purchase files on the day. Perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Women ages 16+ welcome (under 18 with an adult).
Tea and coffee will be available, with food options from the Fairhill café. Don't miss this empowering workshop in a beautiful garden setting!
Note: Pole chainsaw demo included; regular chainsaw training not provided.
99-Million-Year-Old Fossil Egg Discovered at Fairhill Gardens
Join us at Fairhill Native Botanical Gardens to witness the stunning discovery of a 99-million-year-old fossilised egg, believed to be an ancient ancestor of the modern Australian Water Dragon.
Unearthed during excavations, this rare fossil offers an exciting glimpse into Australia's prehistoric past and reptilian evolution.
Now on public display, visitors can explore this extraordinary find up close. Don’t miss your chance to learn about this groundbreaking discovery—plan your visit to Fairhill Gardens today!
Create Your Own Terrarium – A Hands-On Workshop at Fairhill (old)
TERRANIUM WORKSHOP AT FAIRHILL GARDENS - Saturday, May 24th, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Join us for a hands-on terrarium workshop with expert horticulturist Vanessa Barker. Learn the art of layering soil, moss, stones, and choosing the perfect plants for a low-maintenance ecosystem.
Scan QR code or go to fairhillgardens.square.site/create-a-terrarium-workshop for tickets.
International Day of Forests
International Day of Forests
Follow the Forest Fairy Trail and discover the magic of forests on this International Day of Forests, highlighting the importance of preserving forests which support biodiversity, regulate the climate, and provide livelihoods worldwide.
Three for Two offer on all of our trees today!
International Day of Happiness and the Autumn Equinox
A day to reflect on happiness as a universal value and the beginning of autumn, with day and night in equal length.
The perfect day to be at Fairhill where Happiness is in our Nature.
Garden Tool Sharpening 101
Garden Tool Sharpening 101
New Year, New Skills! Join a small group of women for a hands-on workshop at Fairhill Nursery, where you'll learn to clean, sharpen, and maintain garden tools. Bring a few from home, and we'll get them sharp and ready! Includes tea, coffee, and access to the cafe. Perfect for all gardeners!
Native Beekeeping 101
SOLD OUT
The March 15th Native Bee Workshop is officially sold out! But the good news is, we've added a second date on May 3rd! Don't miss out – secure your spot now by visiting this link to grab your tickets! 🌿🎟️
NATIVE BEE WORKSHOP
By Ian Driver, Owner/Operator of A Green Soul Native Bees, and member of the Executive of the Australian Native Bee Association, and well known for his tv appearances. Arrive from 8am. Event starts 9am and runs till 12 noon.
A Green Soul Native Bees is an Australian business located on the Sunshine Coast, specialising in native stingless bees and related products.
This engaging Native Beekeeping 101 workshop introduces both Australian stingless bees and solitary bees. Discover how to attract these beneficial pollinators to your garden using plants and insect hotels. You'll witness a live stingless bee hive split, enjoy a taste of their delicious honey, and create your own bee hotel to take home.
Get your tickets here!
International Women's Day
🚨 Important Update: Our International Women's Day Weekend event is postponed due to Cyclone Alfred 🌀⛈️.
Although the event will be postponed on both days, we are hoping to reopen on Sunday. We will provide an update on Saturday once we have a clearer idea of Alfred’s impact.
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe! 💚 Keep an eye on our socials for more updates.
This exciting two-day event celebrates women, culture, and food from around the world with delicious international recipes, live music, cultural storytelling, and special nursery deals. Enjoy a curated menu from award-winning Chef Fraser, featuring dishes from the UK, Canada, Colombia, Australia, and Indonesia.
Explore the Forest Fairy Trail, live music by Melissa from Solua World Music, and exclusive deals on longevity plants, pots, and survival seeds in the garden shop. Don’t miss the guest speaker Angela Wright MBE on Saturday!
📅 Date: Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th March 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Fairhill Gardens, Sunshine Coast
🎟️ Free Entry!
Optional: Reserve a table at OpenTable for a more immersive dining experience!
Come for the food, stay for the stories, and celebrate the women shaping our world! 🌍🍽️
Global Unplug Day
Discover Happiness is in our Nature at Fairhill. Lose the screens and lose yourself in the gorgeous gardens, fabulous forest trails, games and sports, wonders of wildlife.
Encouraging everyone to disconnect from digital devices and restore balance between online and offline life.
World Wildlife Day
Celebrating the adoption of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES):
Buy four native plants today and get a fifth plant for free!
Yin Yoga & Circle Women's Connection Evening
Yin Yoga & Circle Women's Connection Evening
Yin Yoga Circle – Women’s Connection Evening
Join us for a peaceful evening of relaxation and connection at Fairhill Gardens. This women's-only event features a gentle Yin Yoga session followed by a mindful connection circle. Unwind, reflect, and connect with like-minded women in a nurturing space.
Date: Sunday, 2nd March 2025
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM AEST
Location: Fairhill Gardens, Sunshine Coast
Limited spots available – secure your ticket now!
World Teen Mental Wellness Day
Where better than discovering Happiness is in our Nature at Fairhill.
Lose the screens and lose yourself in the gorgeous gardens and fabulous Forest Fairy Trail. Also discover the new Basketball Buddy sports lawn where you can hone your skills either by yourself or with new Buddies.
Raising awareness about the mental health challenges faced by teenagers and promoting strategies to support their well-being.
World Compliment Day
Dedicated to the art of complimenting, expressing gratitude, and kind words to others. Come to Fairhill and be complemented!
VALENTINE WEEKEND AT FABULOUS FAIRHILL
VALENTINE WEEKEND, fRIDAY-SUNDAY. FEBRUARY 14TH - 16TH
Complimentary Strawberries & Mimosa with Breakfast.
Complimentary Strawberries & Prosecco with Lunch when booked on OpenTable.