About the Festival
The Torimba Festival – Since 1969
The Torimba Festival is Ravenshoe’s premier annual community celebration, bringing together locals and visitors for two weeks of entertainment, connection and country hospitality each October.
From the iconic Mardi Gras Street Parade and spectacular fireworks to the Queen Entrant & Community Ambassador Program, Festival of the Forest, Miss & Master Torimba, live entertainment, sporting events and the Torimba Ball, the festival offers something for every age and interest.
Torimba Festival 2026
Your Story. Your Stage.
Festival of the Forest
The Festival of the Forest is a competitive event with a wide variety of woodcraft, furniture, sculpture and more. This exhibition is highly regarded and entries are received from across Queensland and interstate.
Torimba Festival 2026
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Join the Celebration
Nominate to Participate
Please follow the links to find out further information on our participation events and download a nomination form. Printed forms are also available at Central Servo.
Queen Entrants
The Torimba Festival Queen Entrant program offers a chance for young women to participate in...
Miss and Master Torimba Program
A wonderful opportunity for our youngest community members to shine. Miss and Master Torimba celebrates confidence, family involvement and festival tradition. Nominations opening soon — stay tuned!
Photography Competition
The Torimba Festival celebrates our photographers and always looks forward to seeing the talented entries each year. All categories open to digital photos. Entry forms available from 15 August.
Festival of the Forest
Celebrating TimberThe Torimba Festival celebrates our local artists and beautiful timber for 2...
Stall Holder Application
Apply to bring your market stall business along to the Mardi Gras on Friday 17th October 2026. Fees: $50 for businesses, $25 for individuals and community organisations.
Mardi Gras Float
Join the Street ParadeJoin the Mardi Gras Street Parade on Saturday 17th October 2026 and enter a...
Decorated Business
Decorate Your BusinessJoin in on the Torimba Festival by decorating your business to enhance the...
