Big Pineapple Festival

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Overview

We offer several camping options including a BYO option where you can bring your own gear, or you can rent some for the 2 nights….and if you’re looking for the ultimate festival experience, we also have a  Glamping option. There are a few things to purchase a camping ticket, please see detailed information below. All camping options are within walking distance to the festival site

Ticket Information

First, you must purchase your camping ticket, then choose your style of camping below. All campers must purchase a ticket if they wish to camp and camping tickets are per person, not per site. Purchase one camping ticket for a two night stay.  Friday 31st and Saturday 1st only.

• Availability: Each attendee must purchase their own camping ticket. (One per person)
• Purchase Link: Buy your camping ticket here.

Camping Options

• Standard Camping: Bring your own tent (the above ticket is all you need for this option)
• Rent a Tent: Keen to use one of our tents? You can rent one here.
• Glamping: If you’re keen to go all out, you can check out our Glamping options here.

Check-In Times

• Friday, October 31: 1 PM – 10 PM
• Saturday, November 1: 7 AM – 3 PM (Patrons must vacate the campgrounds by 3pm)

Camping Perks

• Enjoy close proximity to the festival precinct—no need for late-night transport!
• Facilities include a bar, food stalls, and entertainment on Friday night at the campgrounds.

Vehicle Policy

• Entry: is via Aird Lane. Follow the camping signs to the campground
• Parking: Vehicles can park next to your campsite
• Restrictions: Movement of vehicles is not allowed until departure on Sunday. Camper trailers, small RVs, and camper vans are permitted; however, caravans or large RV vehicles are not
• Transport: The campground is a very short walk to the festival. You do not require any form of transport to get there or to return

Important Camping Rules

• Festival Passes: BPF is a NO pass-out festival. Ensure you bring all necessary items  with you to the event as you cannot return to your camp after festival entry
• Security: Bag checks at entry; security or police have the right to conduct searches
• Site Allocation: Campsites are assigned on arrival by event staff. To camp near friends, you must arrive together

Facilities and Services

• Licensed bar from 5:00pm
• Toilets and warm showers are available
• Stalls for coffee and food within the campgrounds.

Banned Items

• Alcohol: Only available at the licensed bar from 5pm within the campgrounds; bringing your own alcohol is prohibited
• Glass and Dangerous Items: Strictly banned for safety reasons
• Gas Bottles and Portable Cookers: LPG gas cookers are permitted but must have a a current inspection tag. Butane fueled portable/lunchbox cookers (Aerosol can type cooker) are banned due to their explosive nature. Public health & safety officers will be randomly inspecting cooking equipment for the safety of all campers.
• Drugs Strict adherence to legal guidelines; any form or drugs are prohibited
•  Fire: Strictly no campfires, or open flames.

Community Guidelines

• Respect our neighbour’s and keep noise to a minimum
• Valuables should be locked in your car or kept on your person—better yet, leave them at home
• Camp warden available at all times for assistance
• In case of emergency, dial 000 or call the festival hotline (It’s on your wrist band)

All campsites are 18+ only.

Big Pineapple Festival is on Saturday 1st November 2025. Located at the Pineapple Fields, OPPOSITE The Big Pineapple Tourist Complex, 76 Nambour Connection Road, Woombye, SUNSHINE COAST, Queensland.

OPEN TIMES: 11.00am – 10.00 pm

The Big Pineapple Festival is strictly an 18+ event.

You must present a valid ID upon entry to validate your age. We accept a DRIVERS LICENCE, PASSPORT, AUSTRALIA POST KEYPASS and PROOF OF AGE CARD. These IDs must be shown at the entrance to verify your age in accordance with liquor licensing laws.

We understand sometimes you lose your license and it can take a while to be replaced. If you don’t have any other of the accepted forms of ID (eg passport), please bring along a form of photographed ID, with the renewal of licence documentation so our security can assess each individual situation.

NO PASS OUT event. Please bring everything with you the festival. Once you leave you will not be permitted to re-enter.

If you encounter any issues or need to make changes to your ticket, please contact our Customer Experience team at info@oztix.com.au or utilise Tixel for secure ticket resales.

To access a Companion ticket, please purchase the tickets you need. Email info@oztix.com.au with your order number and Companion card. A Complimentary ticket will then be issued for your Companion.

Attendees are not permitted to bring their own alcohol (or other beverages) to and from the festival. This includes the camp grounds. Alcohol can be purchased at our licensed bars within the festival grounds. All bags will be checked by security upon entry for prohibited items

Intoxication, aggressive behaviour, and any illegal activities will not be tolerated. Our team reserves the right to refuse entry to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees

Your safety is priority!
Slip, Slop, Slap and keep hydrated. Free water is available at the festival.

Patrons who are under the influence of substance or intoxicated risk being refused entry. Everything you need for a great day is provided at the event and at a reasonable price

Never leave your drink unattended, whether it’s alcoholic or not. Don’t accept a drink from someone you don’t know

In case of an emergency, dial 000 (Then dial the festival hotline so we can assist, we have emergency services on hand 24hrs
If you need assistance contact the festival hotline (number on your wristband) or approach our security, medic, or police personnel on site. Red Frogs will also be available to assist and re-hydrate attendees.

Please respect the festival site you enter and use the designated recycling and rubish bins provided around the festival grounds. Fact is…we love our site and want to preserve it for future generations.

Be aware of your noise level when traveling to and from the festival and respect the residents in the area. Thanks!

The festival offers a variety of food stalls, including options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets.

First Aid is available on site

Merchandise Stall – Festival and Band merch

Free water filling stations

Info tent – Lost & Found, Phone charging station and Friendly Faces

Please note that all transactions at the bars and merchandise areas are tap n’ go.

Bring – Good vibes & a big smile ????

VALID Festival Tickets and ID to the festival – you will not gain entry without them; they can be printed or digital. No ID = No entry and remember, this is a NO PASS OUT event.

Contactless payment (phone or bank card) as all transactions at bars and merchandise are all tap n’go. No cash accepted. We recommend bringing a bank card in circumstance that your phone runs out of battery

Bring sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and a raincoat (just in case)

Bring any medication you may need and ensure the medication is clearly labelled with your name/prescription/ date

Bring closed-in footwear  for your safety as you will be in natural gently sloping grassed terrain

Patience – Please be patient when arriving or departing from the festival as there’s many people coming and going, just like you. Our bus service is efficient and the best way to travel to and from the festival.

WORLD EATS & BEATS:

Tantalizing treats from around the world… Take your taste buds for a stroll at this years festival.
We’ve put together a culinary delight that’s going to blow your mind… Sample food from 14 different countries and be entertained by some awesome world music and dance.
Go Brazilian! or dance your way to your favourite German Sausage or Mexican Taco.

PINEY LANTERN PARADE:

On dark, in the heart of the festival. the iconic Piney Lantern Parade shines with a breath-taking parade of lanterns, light and performance on the streets. It’s a signature Event for the Big Pineapple Festival and visual spectacular.

THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN PINEAPPLE TOSS:

Defend your title!  The Great Australian Pineapple Toss is back!
This is the stuff dreams are made of and where glory is hard earned

Come and compete against some of Australia’s most legendary athletes including the one and only Olympic Gold Medalist  Steven Bradbury and a bunch of special guests.

FERRIS WHEEL:

Yes it’s back baby! Our beloved Ferris wheel offering you the most amazing views of the festival with your special friends 🙂

For the safety of all patrons and staff, please make sure you read the TERMS AND CONDITIONS below

• The festival reserves the right to use any photography or videos taken for the purposes of social media marketing
• No professional videography equipment or drones permitted. They will be confiscated
• No fireworks or weapons of any kind, including glass items
• No animals (with the exception of service dogs)
• The festival accepts no responsibilities for loss or damage of property or patron harm that may be caused through their own irresponsible behaviour or substance abuse. We will however do everything in our power to evict offenders and keep our patrons safe
• The festival reserves the right to refuse bus or festival entry to anyone that may be intoxicated, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, displaying aggressive behaviour or wearing coded bands as per liquor licensing laws
• In accordance with liquor licensing laws, bar staff may ask to validate your ID. Patrons will be refused service if presenting/behaving as unduly intoxicated, disorderly or aggressive. Such behaviour may result in the patron being evicted from the festival. Please drink responsibly.
• Licensed event. No alcohol to be brought in or removed from the event
• Payment at bars is tap and go. No cash accepted
• The festival does not accept responsibility for damages or loss of property nor injuries that arise through your own fault
• Do not remove your wristband until the festival is over – lost wristbands will not be replaced
• No-Pass Out – For the safety of all festival goers, The Big Pineapple Festival does not offer pass outs. This means unless you have a legitimate reason, once you leave the festival grounds you will not be able to re-enter
• All bags will be searched by security on arrival. No bag larger than 40x40cm will be allowed into the festival
• First Aid is onsite should you require
• Water bottles brought into the event must be sealed or empty
• Avoid dehydration and drink plenty of water during the day. Free water is available on site. BYO Water plastic water bottle.
• If you feel that you may have been harmed by a substance that you or someone else has taken, please look for the Red Frog Tent, the closest First Aid Tent or a friendly security guard to assist you
• Look out for your mates and fellow festival goers. If at any time you feel your safety or the safety of others is threatened please contact the nearest security guard. We also have an emergency hotline that you can call. The number will be located on your wristband
• Police will be present at the event
• Police dogs will be present at the event for illicit detection
• Police will be conducting random roadside breath testing
• Please respect the festival grounds and don’t litter, find a bin and put it in
• Use the designated smoking areas and dispose of cigarette butts in the bins provided
• Please be aware that the festival ground is a naturally sloping grassed amphitheatre, watch your step and remember wheelchair access to some areas may be difficult to navigate ​
• High fencing patrolled by security guards surrounds the festival site. Illegal trespassers will meet our local police service and security, don’t get prosecuted for tresspassing
• Stage diving, crowd surfing and circle pits are not permitted. Seriously! Behave yourself! Patrons and people doing that circle thing or moshing risk being exited from the festival site
• Please read through BANNED ITEMS