Townsville Pop Fest

07/09/2025

✨ Important Update for Our Pop Fest Family ✨

Due to a number of factors, Hone Events has made the decision to adjust how we run our events moving forward.

From now on, we will be alternating each year between Townsville Pop Fest and the Townsville Medieval & Fantasy Festival. This means:
⚔️ August 2026 – Townsville Medieval & Fantasy Festival
🎉 June 2027 – The Return of Townsville Pop Fest

Community events like ours only happen because of YOU, our passionate fans and supporters! Please continue to support local festivals and keep the dream of community events alive here in the North!

In the meantime, you can continue supporting Pop Fest by:
🛡️ Joining us at the Medieval Festival in 2026
🛍️ Checking out our remaining 2025 Pop Fest merch, which will be available online soon!

💜 Thank you for being part of our journey! We can’t wait to see you in 2026 for Medieval and in 2027 for the triumphant return of Pop Fest!

29/07/2025

The Countdown is On!!! Whose keen for Mack PopCon THIS WEEKEND!!

🎉 Incredible Vendors & Exhibitors of 2025!!

Mack PopCon brings together a dynamic mix of vendors, artists, and creators showcasing:

Local artists and authors with vibrant comics, prints, books, custom art, and posters. These are one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for collectors and fans alike .

Pop‑culture retailers offering everything from comic figurines, collectibles, and anime goods to quirky trinkets, cosplay accessories, and handmade crafts. It’s a shopping paradise tailored to passionate fans  .

Food & beverage stalls providing tasty options so attendees can refuel and stay energized all day—because fandom can be hungry work! .

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🛠 Interactive Installations & Activities

Bring your inner hero to life with hands-on attractions:
Photo‑worthy setups including prop displays, medieval exhibits, movie‑style vehicles, cosplay groups, local clubs, and themed backdrops. Perfect for snapping pics and sharing on social media! .

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⭐ Why It’s Unmissable
A not-for-profit, community-driven event dedicated to celebrating pop culture across genres and audiences—everyone’s invited to geek out and belong .

A showcase of local talent and creativity—artists, authors, food vendors, cosplay groups, and interactive exhibits combining to create a dynamic and engaging day for all ages.

Exposure to diverse vendor offerings—the chance to buy, explore, meet the creators, and support small businesses and pop‑culture entrepreneurs.

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📍 Final Details
When: 2 August 2025
Time: Sensory‑friendly entry 9 AM–10 AM; general public 10 AM–4 PM
Where: Mackay Showgrounds, The big shed 
Tickets: Early bird $5, door $10; under‑9s are free; carers of ticket holders enter free 

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💡 Pro Tips
Arrive early if you’d like to enjoy the sensory‑friendly hour or beat the queues.
Bring cash and cards—vendors offer a wide range of payment methods.
Wear comfortable shoes and remember your cosplay props (just follow event weapons policy).
Don’t forget your camera or phone—loads of photo ops!

10/06/2025

The AMAZING Stephanie Lee Videography has done it again with this insanely cool recap video of Townsville Pop Fest 2025!! Keep an eye out for all the cameos!

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Relive the magic of Townsville’s biggest celebration of all things nerdy, geeky, and pop culture! From epic cosplay to vibrant markets, live performances, an...

10/06/2025

🎉 Townsville Pop Fest Art Competition Winners Announcement! 🎨

🏆 We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our Art Competitions at Townsville Pop Fest! 🎊
If you missed the prize collection Sunday afternoon, don’t worry!
Simply DM us your name and age for verification, and we’ll arrange prize delivery for you. 🎁

🙌 A huge shoutout to Beserk for generously donating the amazing prizes for our talented winners! 🎁🎨 And let’s not forget Dean Rankine, who designed the captivating colouring competition picture. Although he was missed at Pop Fest, we hope he had a blast at Melbourne OCC! 🌟

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and events! Follow us on social media to stay in the loop. 📲🎉

09/06/2025

We are taking a little break today to rest and recover, but we will be back tomorrow to show off our winners, amazing cosplays, great vendors and more!

In the meantime, PLEASE post all your photos on the Townsville Pop Fest Photo Fourm! -> https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1A8Gsi8Zhb/

We love seeing your POV from the day!!

08/06/2025

🎭 AND THAT’S A WRAP! 🎭

Pop Fest is officially over for another year!

Thousands of amazing fans, families, cosplayers, creators, and con-goers walked through our doors today and from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. 💖

Your support means the world to us. Events like this simply can’t happen without YOU, our passionate community.

A massive shoutout to our incredible volunteers, dedicated vendors, community groups, guests, and our generous sponsors who helped bring the magic to life. You’re all real-life superheroes. 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

Until next time! Stay nerdy, stay kind, and keep creating! 🌈🌟

08/06/2025

⏳ THE FINAL HOUR OF POP FEST IS HERE! ⏳

But there’s still time for one last burst of fun before we wrap up for the year!

🏆 Join us at the Main Stage for our Awards Ceremony, celebrating all the amazing talent from today. Including winners from the Cosplay Comp, Art Comps, Scavenger Hunt, and more!

🎨 Over at Danya’s Designs, we’ve got one final workshop! Try your hand at drawing a mandala, or just chill out with some free drawing to wind down your day.

🕶️ It’s also your last chance to:
🔥 Dive into the Virtual World Pavilion
🖋️ Grab a tattoo from the team at Inkplosion
⚔️ Explore the Medieval Camps
🍔 And of course, grab a final bite to eat from one of our amazing food vendors!

Let’s end Townsville Pop Fest with one more hour of magic, creativity, and community! 💖

08/06/2025

🌟 THE FINAL HOURS OF POP FEST ARE HERE! 🌟

But don’t worry - there’s still plenty of magic left to experience!

🎭 On the Main Stage:
The Fairytale Architect panel is live!
Come behind the scenes and discover the creative secrets behind some of Townsville’s most stunning props and costumes from local stage productions.

👑 Then, it’s time for the moment you’ve all been waiting for...the Cosplay Competition Finals!
Our signature event is about to hit the stage! Come cheer on our incredible finalists and celebrate all things cosplay!

🖌️ Still time to snap up a bargain from Artist Alley, or grab a signed copy of your next favourite read from our amazing guest authors. Support local talent before the day ends!

☕ Feeling the 2PM slump? Fika Coffee has you covered with your final caffeine hit!

Let’s make the last moments of Townsville Pop Fest just as epic as the first! 💥

08/06/2025

🎨🔍🎤 AFTERNOON FUN IS IN FULL SWING! 🔍🎨🎤

🖌️ It’s your LAST CHANCE to enter our Art Competitions and the Scavenger Hunt over at the Beserk Interactive Zone! Winners take home bragging rights and prizes! Don’t miss out!

🎭 On the Main Stage now:
The Great Cosplay Con, presented by Captain Patch-It!
Unhinged stories, outrageous antics, can you guess who's telling the truth? 👀

🃏 Over in the Retail Marketplace, DeckADice Mackay are ready to teach you card games for all skill levels and yes, you can shop their awesome selection too!

🍔 Feeling peckish?
Treat yourself to something tasty from our amazing food vendors:
🍩 OMG Donuts for a sweet snack
🥪 Michels Catering for lunch bites
🔥 Full Belly BBQ for smoky, delicious eats

There’s still so much to explore - fuel up and keep the fun going!

08/06/2025

🎨🕹️ SO MUCH TO SEE AND DO AT POP FEST! 🕹️🎨

Next on the agenda we have.....

🐱 Danya’s Design Workshop: "Where’s Cat?"
Get creative and draw your very own crazy stack of cartoon cats!
Perfect for all ages and skill levels - come join the fun!

🎮 Over at the Quarter Circle Dojo, the Tekken and Super Smash Bros tournaments are heating up!
Think you’ve got what it takes? Head over and test your skills!

🧘 Need a break from the buzz?
Take a moment to reset in our Upstairs Sensory Space, proudly supported by Headspace Townsville.
Quiet, calm, and comfy - it’s a great place to recharge.

📸 While you’re upstairs, visit the Photo Studio by DS Dragon Photography and grab a professional shot of your amazing cosplay!

There’s something for everyone at Townsville Pop Fest whether you're gaming, drawing, or just chilling out! ❄

08/06/2025

🎉 WHATS ON @ THE CON! 🎉

🎤 Coming up on the Main Stage!
Captain Patch-It’s 5 Minute Failures is happening soon and he’s on the hunt for some willing victi– ahem — volunteers! 🛠️ Think you can master a cosplay hack in under 5 minutes? Come prove it (or fail gloriously)!

🕶️ Ready to escape reality?
Head to the Virtual World Pavilion and dive into a digital adventure! Immersive fun awaits!

⚔️ Out on the front lawns, the Medieval Camps are bringing history to life with live battles, armour, and living history displays! Perfect for brave souls and curious minds alike.

There's something epic around every corner at Pop Fest! Where will you go first?

08/06/2025

🎉 LET THE FESTIVITIES BEGIN! 🎉

We are now officially open! A huge thank you to Councillor Robinson for joining us to kick things off, and to the incredible Brolga Brass for filling the venue with epic sounds to start the day!

Ready to dive in? Here’s what’s happening right now:

🧠 Mini Pop Culture Trivia is running over at the Beserk Interactive Zone – test your nerd cred!
🎲 Learn a new game or challenge a friend at the Townsville Boardgamers area – fun for all ages!
💥 Feeling brave? Grab a permanent con souvenir with a real tattoo from the team at Inksplosion and guest artist Paul Abstruse!

Whether you're shopping, snacking, gaming or getting inked! Pop Fest is officially on!