This year, Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail 2026 again celebrates the incredible talent of local artists over 3 creative and inspiring days (2-4 May 2026). The event takes place across 6 key creative hubs on the mountain, with activities and stunning works displayed across a variety of unique venues.
Park Tours invites you to join us, take in the scenery, and enjoy a beautiful day exploring personal art studios and creative hubs dotted throughout the mountain. You’ll meet painters, sculptors, potters, textile artists and more – and get to experience their work up close and personal. This experience offers a rare chance to hear the stories behind the art, see the creative process, and maybe even find a unique piece for your own collection, all while supporting the artists directly.
This is shaping up to be a fantastic day out; perfect to enjoy with a friend or two. All you need to do is select which date you’d like to join us, your ticket option, and complete the booking process. Then let us transport you around the mountain to a variety of creative hubs and local experiences. But HURRY! Bus numbers are STRICTLY LIMITED each day!!!
The two ticket options are:
- Day tour ticket ONLY – Pick up from Tamborine Mountain Glades (tour starting point) with transport around the mountain as per the daily itinerary, returning to Tamborine Mountain Glades at the end of the tour – $99pp (This ticket is suitable for people who are making their own way to and from Tamborine Mountain)
- Day tour ticket PLUS return group transfers from Helensvale Train Station at the start and end of the day (set times apply) – $139pp (This ticket is suitable for people taking advantage of the great value 50 cent one-way fares currently available through Translink. For guests travelling from the Gold Coast, Helensvale Station is accessible via the G:link light rail tram)
DAY TOUR INCLUSIONS (for both ticket types)
- Transport (as per ticket type selected)
- Local experienced guide
- Morning tea
WHAT’S ON!
- Visit ‘The Glades Sculpture Walk’ featuring various artists across three main locations, and a sculptor-in-residence
- Explore a creative hub of artisan makers from across the Scenic Rim
- Indulge in one of the three Mad Hatter’s Tea Parties held 3 times each day (bookings required)
- Embrace the tranquillity of a Japanese tea ceremony (bookings required)
- Develop your skills with various hands-on activities including textiles, ceramics, and life drawing (some sessions will require pre-booking)
- Discover a local gallery/framer renowned for showcasing a diverse range of artists from the region, and beyond
- Delight in Elizabethan chaos as a costumed performance delivered by a local theatre company unfolds; expect playful encounters, Shakespearean commentary and a band of delightfully strange witches
- Enjoy the village atmosphere as you savour local flavours in one of the many delightful mountain cafes and restaurants
- Bring your family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and enjoy everything this glorious part of SEQ has to offer (just over one hour by train from Brisbane, and only 50cents each way; Travelling from the Gold Coast, Helensvale Station is accessible via the G:link light rail tram)
- You may wish to extend your time on the mountain and stay at one of the many beautiful local properties for the long weekend, allowing more time to enjoy the myriad of Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail activities on offer, and perhaps even spend some rejuvenating time in nature as you walk in beautiful Tamborine Mountain rainforest
A list of artists, booking links, event timetable and map will be available on the Tamborine Mountain Arts Trail 2026 website closer to the event (NB: Not all demonstrations will be listed).
The event will run over three days:
Saturday 2nd, Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th of May
Join the Arts Trail day tour from The Glades at Thunderbird Park or take advantage of the 50c public transport fares with pick-up available at Helensvale train/tram/bus station.
Choose from two ticket options:
TICKET OPTION 1
Day tour ticket only (includes transport from tour start/end point – Tamborine Mountain Glades, Thunderbird Park)
Price: $99.00 per person
OR
TICKET OPTION 2
Day tour ticket and return transfers from Helensvale train station
Price: $139.00 per person
Tour outline:
The Arts Trail day tour begins at The Glades hub where you will have time to purchase refreshments at The Glades Cafe before we start our tour of the Arts Trail.
We’ll be visiting local artists studios and exhibitions across Tamborine Mountain over the course of the day.
There will also be time to visit the Tamborine Mountain Main Street, where we will be stopping for our lunch break.
The tour ends at 4pm and then returns to The Glades hub for your journey home.
Inclusions:
- Transport (as per ticket type selected)
- Local experienced guide
- Afternoon tea
Luke Christiansen
Luke Christiansen is driven by a lifelong passion for discovering the world’s diverse cultures and natural wonders. His career has spanned a variety of fields, including roles as a musician, carpenter, environmental educator, corporate trainer, and adventure guide gaining valuable experience with both national and international tourism companies, including some of Australia's iconic names. As the owner of InterNational ParkTours, Luke is truly "Living the Dream." He is enthusiastic about sharing his love for travel and curating unforgettable tours to breathtaking destinations across the globe.