FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS Woodford Folk Festival 2017/18 Closing Ceremony Fire Event This year, Woodfordia’s Amphitheatre has been transformed into a colossal theatre set for the Closing Ceremony Fire Event. Helpmann-nominated designer Aaron Barton took some time off redesigning Brisbane’s iconic Tivoli venue to lead a team of volunteer carpenters in crafting a fifty … [Read more...] about For Whom The Bell Tolls: The 2017/18 WFF Closing Ceremony Fire Event
Future looking bright for the Woodford Folk Festival as gates open on 2017/18 event
MEDIA RELEASE Future looking bright for the Woodford Folk Festival The gates to the 32nd annual Woodford Folk Festival opened yesterday, with John Butler’s captivating solo set adding a further sense of ceremony to the announcement of $2 million dollars in funding for upgrades to festival site infrastructure by Queensland State Treasurer Jackie Trad. The news of the … [Read more...] about Future looking bright for the Woodford Folk Festival as gates open on 2017/18 event
Woodford Folk Festival By The Numbers
Consider yourself a Woodfordian expert? Or would you love to hazard a guess at just how much toilet paper 132,000 visitors go through in six days? Here are a few fun facts and figures that may surprise you about this year’s Woodford Folk Festival. Now in its 32nd year, the Woodford Folk Festival has grown and evolved drastically. While the number of … [Read more...] about Woodford Folk Festival By The Numbers
Have you packed this?
It’s just four days until the gates open to the 2017/18 Woodford Folk Festival - have you started packing? Now in its 32nd year, there are many friendly faces returning to Woodfordia this year. Yet even the most seasoned festivillian sometimes forgets to pack a few items essential for the best possible experience. First and foremost DON’T FORGET YOUR … [Read more...] about Have you packed this?
SignArtogy paints the town red – and all other colours
Ever wondered where all the amazing Woodford bar and venue signs come from? Look no further than right here on site! Our wonderful team of artists (or SignArtogists as we like to call them) work tirelessly here in the months leading up to the festival to produce just about every one of the signs you see outside a bar or venue. They’ve done many memorable works … [Read more...] about SignArtogy paints the town red – and all other colours
10 things to do in Moreton Bay Region – home to the Woodford Folk Festival
One hour's drive from both Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, you'll find the 500-acre Woodford Folk Festival site in the midst of the Moreton Bay region, one of the hidden gems of South-East Queensland. This is a region where the native bush hides crisp, cool swimming holes and pristine beaches line the many small islands Moreton Bay encompasses. With a border just … [Read more...] about 10 things to do in Moreton Bay Region – home to the Woodford Folk Festival
WOODFORDIA: The Sign of The Times
Sitting vividly atop the Woodford Folk Festival hillside looking over to the Glasshouse Mountains, the iconic WOODFORDIA sign has a colourful, and little-known history. Visible from quite a distance, the sight of its five-metre high letters are to many Woodfordians the first indication that they are soon to arrive at one of Australia’s largest outdoor music and cultural … [Read more...] about WOODFORDIA: The Sign of The Times
A family affair at Woodfordia: The Children’s Festival
Tucked away just inside the Woodford Folk Festival's Welcome Gate, hidden in plain sight, is the Children’s Festival - a separate space dedicated to the amusement and entertainment of children under 12. From arts and crafts to circus workshops, playing with insects to learning how to belly dance, there’s something for every young person - and those who are young at … [Read more...] about A family affair at Woodfordia: The Children’s Festival
Introducing Chill Hill
One of the most exciting additions to the Woodford Folk Festival site this year is the introduction of Chill Hill, a brand new chill out space located on the hill at the start of the road to the Amphitheatre. Perched at the top of Chill Hill will be Sydney-based bamboo design collective Cave Urban’s latest contribution to enhancing the festival experience - the … [Read more...] about Introducing Chill Hill
How to play The Game
If you’ve seen the characters, the cards or the costumes by now you’re probably wondering just what ‘The Game’ is and how you can get involved. There are many ways to experience The Game. From a fun and casual game of dares, to a deep adventure within a rich and wacky world, you can play as little or as much as you like - there is always more to do in this … [Read more...] about How to play The Game
