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Pumpkins, spooky adventures and spectacular orange-flowering plants make Fairhill Adventure Gardens the place to celebrate Halloween this spring.

The 2026 festival features the spooky Haunted Barn, the Woodland Witch, pumpkin carving, a magical Forest Fairy Trail, costume fun and Ranger-led animal encounters, and Trick-or-Treating plus spooky stories and treats from the Woodland Witch. Little adventurers cuddle and brush miniature baby goats, discover the farmyard and explore the gardens between Halloween activities.

“Whether you come dressed as a witch, a wizard or simply as yourself, there’s a whole lot of wonderful waiting to be discovered.”

Australia's famous baby goats, a brand-new Sunshine Coast Experience and Spring Festival Adventures are coming to Fairhill Adventure Gardens these school holidays.

The G.O.A.T. Playbarn will open as part of Fairhill's biggest spring celebration yet, including the revival of the Famous Fairhill Spring Festival on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September and a changing program of Spring Adventures throughout the Queensland school holidays.

“Childhood is meant to be an adventure, and this spring, there will be a whole new adventure waiting,” Mrs Wright said.

Fairhill Adventure Gardens officially opens The Kids' Barn at 12 noon this Sunday 9 August, the new home of its Miniature Pygmy Goat Kids, and the winners of the public competition to name the little kids will be announced on the day.

There will be mini-goat massages on offer, and endless cuddles.

The opening comes as wellness and parenting trends show a major surge in farm-to-family lifestyles, with families turning to outdoor, agricultural settings to increase child resilience and counter screen fatigue.

Environmental DNA (eDNA) field samples have confirmed that platypus frequent the Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens estate.

The iconic species is officially listed as Near Threatened due to declining numbers.

The eDNA sampling and analysis were conducted as part of the Platypus Citizen Science Program, officially launched at Fairhill by Dr Tamielle Brunt from Wildlife Queensland, one of Queensland's leading experts on platypus monitoring, and Trevor Morrison, Community & Education Manager at ECOllaboration.

The International Slow Food Movement Noosa Branch holds its Annual General Meeting and Brunch celebrating the region's producers and the shared values of Good, Clean, and Fair Food.

The event brings together members of Slow Food Noosa, GourMay Mary Valley, and local producers at the iconic Fairhill Gardens country estate.

One of the Sunshine Coast's most family-friendly spring celebrations returns each October as Halloween PumpkinFest at Fairhill.

Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens & Adventure Centre transforms into a magical mix of Nature's Playground and Halloween Festival Fun, filled with pumpkin carving, the Animal Farmyard, the Forest Fairy Trail treasure hunt, and family adventures.

Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens hosts the official launch of PlatyTracker, an innovative new citizen science app designed to help monitor and protect one of Australia's most iconic and elusive species: the platypus.

Families enjoying nature, crafts, and cosy moments at Fairhill's first Winter Solstice Festival: a seasonal celebration of light, connection, and the outdoors.

A celebration of plant conservation, connection, and climate resilience at Fairhill Gardens Nursery, Sunshine Coast.

Fairhill Native Botanic Gardens and Nursery hosts Guardians of the Green, a week-long celebration highlighting the vital conservation role of botanic gardens as the 'zoos for plants'.

Young visitors enjoy the indoor Atrium at Sunshine Coast destination Fairhill with their hand-picked plants, part of the family-friendly activities offered during the International Day of Families celebration.

Local destinations, businesses, and community spaces adapting to help residents and visitors make the most of the season despite the wet weather.

The famous Easter Egg Hunts at Fairhill: four days of family fun in the Sunshine Coast's most magical Easter gardens.

Celebrating strength, unity, and empowerment at Fairhill Gardens with an International Women's Day Weekend Festival.

Fairhill founder Alex Hansa with Fairhill horticulturist Vanessa Barker. Experience the Australian Plant Festival & Bushtucker Picnics at Fairhill Gardens.

Celebrate the long weekend at the Australian Plant Festival & Bushtucker Picnics at Fairhill Gardens.

The new Forest Fairy Trail opens at Sunshine Coast's iconic Fairhill: the Fairhill Gardens Fantasy Forest Fairy Trail.

Fairhill Gardens Nursery welcomes the Noosa Porsche Connection for a spectacular morning tea event, with supercars at the iconic Fairhill Native Botanical Gardens.

Fairhill's Lily Hawley with the native holly fuchsia Graptophyllum ilicifolium, a standout Christmas gift choice.

Black Friday has become a significant event in Australia's retail calendar, and Sunshine Coast business Fairhill Gardens extends Black Friday for extra days to help out gardening fans.

Fairhill Gardens Nursery is under family ownership, with owners aiming to enhance the customer experience through a commitment to quality, fair pricing, and expanded product offerings. The introduction of wholesale stock into the retail space provides more choice and value to local gardeners.

Sunshine Coast icon Fairhill Native Botanical Gardens, the original native nursery and gardens, reopened under new family ownership, led by Angela Wright MBE, CEO of the family business.

Fairhill Gardens Café Restaurant is thrilled to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Diner's Choice Award. This recognition celebrates the Café's exceptional culinary offerings, vibrant atmosphere, and top-notch service, as voted by diners who have experienced its unique charm.