Top 10 Family motorhome events in Australia 2025
Australia is a dream destination for motorhome travellers. With its incredible landscapes and world-class festivals, it’s the perfect place to explore the freedom of the open road. 2025 offers countless events for the whole family to enjoy, offering the perfect excuse to book your motorhome and hit the road. Here are our top 10 events in across Australia, and which motorhome we recommend for each, perfect for you next family holiday.
Adelaide Fringe Festival
Dates: Feb 21 – Mar 23
One of the largest and most celebrated arts festivals in the Southern Hemisphere, the Adelaide Fringe Festival is a multi-week event that transforms the city into a hub of performance art, comedy, live music, and visual arts. With over 1,000 performances, there’s something for everyone. Whether you're into theatre, comedy, circus acts, or visual arts, this festival is a must-see. Families can enjoy outdoor shows, art installations, and interactive performances.
Where to park: Adelaide has several family-friendly caravan parks where you can park your motorhome and explore the city. If you’re looking for locations close to the action visit here - just make sure to only park in uncovered parking!
Which motorhome: for this event we recommend taking a Mighty motorhome offering comfort for the whole family at the festival but also on the road.
Port Fairy Folk Festival
Dates: Mar 7 - Mar 10
Located along Victoria’s picturesque coast, the Port Fairy Folk Festival is a family-friendly event that combines folk music with outdoor fun. It’s a great opportunity to introduce children to live music in a fun, safe and relaxed environment. With performances by local and international artists, craft workshops, and outdoor activities, this event is perfect for families looking for a more laid-back festival experience.
Where to park: Southcombe Caravan Park is situated right next to the main Folk Festival arena and is in a prime location for you to enjoy the Folk Festival.
Which motorhome: On your way to or from the festival, take a scenic drive along the Great Ocean Road in your Maui motorhome, stopping at famous spots like the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Dates: Mar 26 – Mar 30
For families who love gardens and nature, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is a must-visit. Held each March, this event celebrates the best in garden design, horticulture, and landscape architecture. Kids will love the interactive workshops, gardening demonstrations, and the chance to explore the stunning displays of flowers and plants. Melbourne itself offers many family-friendly attractions, such as the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Melbourne Zoo.
Where to park: Since this event is in the heart of Melbourne, we suggest booking a campsite for this trip and making your way into the city for the event. A good option is the BIG4 Melbourne holiday park located a train ride away from the city.
Which motorhome: On your way to or from the festival your Apollo motorhome can take you on a scenic drive to nearby areas such as the Yarra Valley, where you can explore beautiful wineries and charming towns.
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Dates: Mar 26 – Apr 20
Laughter is the best medicine, and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival is the perfect place to get your dose. With comedy shows, stand-up acts, and street performances this month-long festival is ideal for family fun. The event hosts both international and local comedians, and a whole option for kids and family, offering something for everyone.
Where to park: Similarly to the garden show, we suggest booking a campsite for this trip and making your way into the city for the comedy festival. The BIG4 Melbourne holiday park or Discovery Parks Melbourne are located close to the city and have several options for parking.
Which motorhome: Your Apollo motorhome will be your perfect home base as you explore Melbourne’s vibrant cultural scene and famous laneways. After enjoying the festival, head to nearby coastal spots such as St Kilda or the Yarra River for relaxation.
The Great Barrier Reef Festival
Dates: Aug 1 – Aug 3
Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef Festival in Airlie Beach celebrates everything related to the reef. The event includes water races, live music, market stalls, and educational activities about the reef’s environmental importance. It’s a fantastic family-friendly festival, with fun events and a chance to learn about marine life.
Where to park: Parking up at Airlie Beach gives you easy access to the festival and the opportunity to explore the Whitsundays.
Which motorhome: For more compact travel around the reef, book a Hippie campervan and don’t forget to bring your snorkels!
Ekka - The Royal Queensland
Dates: Aug 9 – Aug 17
Held annually in Brisbane, the Royal Queensland Show, known as Ekka, is an iconic event celebrating rural life with a modern twist. Roll up your sleeves and get your gumboots on as this show features everything from livestock competitions to carnival rides, delicious food stalls, and outdoor concerts. It’s a wonderful event for families, with a petting zoo, live shows, and plenty of kid-friendly activities.
Where to park: You can camp up at Ekka with the Brisbane showgrounds offering multiple parking options. Your best option is the the RNA Marquee 1, Marquee 2 & Surrounding with a flat rate starting at $20.
Which motorhome: Take your Britz motorhome to and from this event and around Brisbane offering a spacious but manurable option for the whole family to enjoy.
Darwin Festival
Dates: Aug 7 – Aug 24
The Northern Territories offer some of the most incredible landscapes Australia has to offer and travelling in a motorhome is the best way to see them. Make your way to the Darwin Festival, an annual celebration of arts and culture, showcasing a vibrant mix of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, and more. There’s something for the whole family with this festival known for its relaxed atmosphere and opportunity to engage in creative workshops, interactive performances, and enjoy local food and entertainment.
Where to park: For motorhome parking, there are several options available near the festival grounds, such as the Discovery Parks, Aspen Holidays Darwin FreeSpirit and BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park offer dedicated motorhome facilities and a comfortable base for festivalgoers.
Which motorhome: A Britz campervan is perfect for smooth travelling through the Northern Territory’s open roads.
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
Dates: Sep 13 – Oct 12
The Tesselaar Tulip Festival is one of Australia’s most beautiful flower festivals, held in the Dandenong Ranges near Melbourne each September. With over a million tulips blooming in a stunning display of colour, it’s a perfect event for families who love nature and beauty. The festival also features children’s activities, including face painting, pony rides, and art workshops.
Where to park: There are multiple parking options around the festival but Tesselaar suggest Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park situated at the gateway of Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
Which motorhome: We suggest taking a Maui ßadd link motorhome to see the Tulips giving you the chance to comfortably explore the region’s scenic drives, quaint villages, and national parks.
Brisbane Festival
Dates: Sep 1 – 30 Sep 30
The Brisbane Festival is a month-long celebration of arts and culture, offering a wide range of events for families. From theatrical performances to free outdoor concerts, live shows, and art installations, there’s something for everyone. For families, the festival offers free and low-cost activities, including outdoor cinema screenings, children’s theatre, and face-painting.
Where to park: Motorhome travel is easy in Brisbane with many caravan parks available to make your base. From there you make your way into the city by public transport for all the different events.
Which motorhome: A Cheapa Campa campervan makes for the perfect home on wheels as you adventure to the festival and around the city. You can park up and enjoy a stroll along the Brisbane River or explore the South Bank Parklands, one of the city’s most popular family spots.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Dates: Dec 31
Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks are one of the most spectacular events in the world. For families, this event is a memorable way to welcome in the new year. With family-friendly viewing areas and a host of pre-fireworks events, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the celebrations with your loved ones. After the event, spend a few extra days in Sydney exploring its parks, beaches, and iconic landmarks like the Opera House and Darling Harbour.
Where to park: You can easily park your motorhome in one of Sydney's many camping grounds one of the closest to the city is Lane Cove Caravan Park, from there you take public transport to the city centre for the fireworks.
Which motorhomes: For travelling around Sydney we suggest taking a Mighty motorhome making it easy to get around the city easily.
Don’t miss out on Australia’s 2025 events calendar and make it unforgettable with a year full of motorhome adventures.
