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With the Australian UFO Festival fast approaching, organisers are reminding visitors there are only days left to secure online tickets for the highly anticipated 2026 C-Files Forum.
Online ticket sales close at 5pm on Wednesday 5th August, ahead of a packed weekend of presentations, discussion and exploration into some of Australia's most intriguing mysteries.
Across three days, the forum will bring together 14 respected researchers, investigators and experiencers to examine topics including the 60th anniversary of the Tully Saucer Nest, UFOs and UAPs, physical evidence, extraordinary firsthand encounters, ancient mysteries and the ongoing search for disclosure.
After online sales close, in-person tickets will only be available at the door if the event has not sold out. Organisers are encouraging anyone planning to attend to book early and avoid disappointment.
WHAT: C-Files Forum
WHEN: Friday 7th August - Sunday 9th August 2026
WHERE: Throughout Cardwell
Festival celebrations begin on Friday evening with the Galactic Roll-Off at the Cardwell Country Club, offering a relaxed and family-friendly start to the weekend.
From 6pm, locals and visitors alike are invited to enjoy barefoot bowls, live music, a barbecue and raffles while meeting fellow festival-goers in a fun social atmosphere.
No bowling experience is needed, making the event an ideal opportunity for first-timers to have a go while soaking up the unique atmosphere that has become synonymous with the Australian UFO Festival.
A Booze Bus will also be operating throughout the evening, helping everyone get home safely after an enjoyable night on the greens.
WHAT: Galactic Roll-Off
WHEN: Friday 7th August, from 6pm
WHERE: Cardwell Country Club
The festival's biggest public celebration will take over the Cardwell Foreshore on Saturday evening, with organisers promising an unforgettable night of live entertainment, costumes and community spirit.
Festivities begin from 5pm with Homemade Space Machine opening the entertainment before Zachariah takes to the stage from 7pm.
Food vendors and the licensed bar will be operating throughout the evening, while festival-goers are encouraged to embrace the fun by dressing as their favourite alien for the popular costume competition. Children's judging begins at 7pm, followed by adults at 8.30pm.
To help everyone enjoy the evening safely, a free courtesy bus will run throughout the event, servicing areas north to Five Mile and south to the old Kennedy Store.
With free entry, organisers are inviting residents and visitors alike to bring their family, friends and best extraterrestrial costumes for one of Cardwell's most anticipated nights of the year.
WHAT: Alien Invasion Foreshore Party
WHEN: Saturday 8th, August, from 5pm
WHERE: Cardwell Foreshore
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