Mushroom Valley 2024
It’s not long until Mushroom Valley 2024 gets underway, and there’s a buzz about Airlie Beach as lucky ticket-holders get ready for their festival weekend!
The three-day festival is one of the most highly-anticipated Whitsundays events of the year, with people travelling from far and wide to take part in the fun. Located between Airlie Beach and Mackay, this magical festival is just a stone's throw away from the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Here’s everything that festival-goers can expect from this week’s festivities!
What is Mushroom Valley?
Mushroom Valley is so much more than your standard, run-of-the-mill festival. This is an enchanting, bohemian playground nestled into the Whitsundays countryside! Stroll through trippy campsites, stages, and stalls and treat your senses to a weekend of music, art, and good energy. Between performances, take part in workshops, feast on a mouth-watering line-up of food stalls, treat yourself to some reiki or a massage in the healing village, or take part in a workshop and learn something new.
Who goes to Mushroom Valley?
This festival is family-friendly, and those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Those under 15 may attend for free when attending with a parent or guardian.
That being said, it’s important to be aware that Mushroom Valley attracts a diverse range of attendees due to the immersive, free-spirited atmosphere it offers. Mushroom Valley organisers have made it clear that their priority is creating a safe, fun, and respectful environment for all ages, with lots of policies and staff procedures in place to ensure everyone has a fantastic time.
Where and When is Mushroom Valley 2024?
Date: Friday 13th - Sunday 15th September.
Gates will open from midday on Friday, unless guests have specifically purchased an Early Entry Pass, which allows them to enter the grounds and set up camp on Thursday 12th September between midday and 10pm.
Location: Mushroom Valley will take place on a plot of land nestled between Airlie Beach and Mackay. Shuttle buses will be running from many surrounding areas, but for those who are driving, the property is situated along the O’Connell River bordering the Cathu State Forest.
How to get to Mushroom Valley 2024
This is a camping festival, but organisers have encouraged ticket-holders to stay in Airlie Beach before and after the event begins. Shuttle bus tickets can be purchased on the official Mushroom Valley website for $40.
There will be two shuttle times on Friday 13th.
Shuttle 1 to Mushroom Valley: Departing from Nomads in Airlie Beach at 10.30am and from Proserpine Airport at 12pm.
Shuttle 2 to Mushroom Valley: Departing from Nomads in Airlie Beach at 3.30pm and from Proserpine Airport at 5pm on Friday.
There will be two return shuttle times on Monday 16th.
Shuttle 1 leaving Mushroom Valley: Departing Mushroom Valley at 7.30am, arriving at Proserpine Airport for 8.45am and Nomads in Airlie Beach for 10am.
Shuttle 2 leaving Mushroom Valley: Departing Mushroom Valley at 11.30am, arriving at Proserpine Airport for 12.45pm and Nomads in Airlie Beach for 1.45pm.
How to book Mushroom Valley 2024
Tickets to this year’s Mushroom Valley festival can be purchased on the official event website. With just a few days to go until the festivities kick off, most rounds of tickets have already been sold out. But, if you’re hoping to score a last-minute entry, don’t worry! There are a few final release tickets still available at the time of writing. Tickets cover entry for all three days of the festival as well as general camping.
Festival Essentials
Ahead of the festival, we’ve put together a basic Mushroom Valley festival packing list to help you get organised. Here’s our line-up of festival essentials:
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A copy of your tickets that has your name on it.
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Your ID that matches the name on your festival ticket
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Camping equipment (Tent, sleeping bag, mattress, etc).
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Light, comfortable clothing, as well as a rain jacket in case of showers and an extra layer in case it gets cold in the evening.
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Comfortable footwear that you can dance the night away in.
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Sun protection (High SPF sunscreen, hats, sunglasses)
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A reusable water bottle that you can refill throughout the day.
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Cash or cards to purchase food and drinks on-site.
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A portable phone charger
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Earplugs to protect your ears during live performances (and help you sleep through any all-night parties you’ve opted out of!)
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Any other festival accessories you might need (glitter, feathers, face paint, costumes, you name it!)
Things to do after Mushroom Valley
The party doesn’t have to stop just because you’ve been told to pack up your tent and get off the land! Once your Mushroom Valley experience comes to an end, there’s plenty more fun to be had back in Airlie Beach. Not only is Airlie Beach the gateway to the glorious Whitsunday Islands, but it’s a pretty decent party town too! So whether you want to keep the good vibes going, revive yourself at sea, or nurse your hangover by the Airlie Lagoon, we’ve got you covered!
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