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LET'S GO BANANAS! For The Feast Of The Senses Festival

March 18, 2025

Get ready for a mouthwatering adventure at the 22nd annual Feast of the Senses, returning this March! From fruity trivia to vibrant food trails, tropical tastes, and lively entertainment, this four-day festival has something for everyone. Kick off the fun on Thursday, March 27th, and explore the best local flavors and experiences from food trails, market stalls, and a riverfront celebration. With activities for all ages, the Feast of the Senses is the perfect way to savor the tropics—don’t miss out!

A Feast For All The Senses

The Feast of the Senses returns this month for its 22nd annual festival and everyone in the community is invited to come along!

This four-day event kicks off on Thursday 27th March with some fun and fruity trivia at the Innisfail RSL Club with the Gone Troppo Trivia Night, followed by the Northern and Southern food trails during the day on Friday and Saturday, and delicious tropical food events at the RSL and Brothers Leagues Club Bistro in the evenings.

Tickets for the food trails are now on sale and places are filling fast, with a notable increase in out of town, southern and international visitors.

“Our food trails are eagerly awaited every year,” said President and volunteer Festival Manager, Rosi Jensen.

“We have some terrific venues to visit on both food trails. It’s a great day out and a unique experience of the tropics for locals and visitors alike.”

The Innisfail riverfront and Canecutter Court come alive on Sunday 30th March with music and entertainment all day, along with a huge variety of market stalls, food vans and taste sensations.

Don’t miss the Cassowary Coast Rare Fruits Association amazing display and free fruit tastings in their marquee on the river, with the fruit auction later in the day.
Families with children can enjoy the free and ticketed activities in the Feast of Fun Kid Zone all day while adults can linger at the cooking stage for recipe ideas, demonstrations and free tastings in Canecutter Court.

Sunday’s River Feast, from 9am to 3pm, is a great day out for the family and people of all ages. Queensland’s premier fruit festival is right on your door-step so don’t miss it!

You can check the Feast of the Senses website and Facebook page for all details, book tickets, register to go on the email list to get festival news direct to your inbox, or book your stall to be part of this great event at www.feastofthesenses.com.au

WHAT: Feast of the Senses
WHERE: Innisfail
WHEN: 27th - 30th March

Everyone in the community is invited to come along to the Feast of the Senses Festival in Innisfail to celebrate our bountiful QLD region. Photo supplied
Sample the freshest local produce and embark on an exciting food trail - the Feast of the Senses Festival is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Photos supplied

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