Caleb Falcon
As one of Queensland's lesser known tourist highlights Middlemount is one of Mackay's top activity bases. From local festivals to rodeo show the top things to do in the area are as follows.
Tipped to be one of the best local entertainment hubs in Middlemount the Clermont Showgrounds is the venue of choice for many local showcases including the famed Clermont Show. Also known as the Isaac Region's Show this family oriented show is perhaps the most popular item at the Clermont Showgrounds for visitors and locals alike. Due to be held from the 25th to the 27th of May visitors would be wise to book tickets to the event well in advance.
Taking place from the 1st of May to the end of the month Lot 1 Town Square Avenue will host a month long art installation dubbed 'Heart on my sleeve'. As an exhibition organized by the Moranbah Coalface Gallery this one of a kind art space down Lot 1 Town Square Avenue is the place to be for art lovers come the month of May.
Due to take centre stage from the 29th of May to the 31st the Happy Daze Festival is a wonderful event for all music and art lovers touring Middlemount. Taking place for three consecutive days the popular art and music festival is being held for the 3rd year in a row and is conducted during a weekend as in previous installations.
The annual dancing event is set to take place on the 30th of May this year at the Debutante Hall in Moranbah from 6pm to 10pm. The family friendly event is open to visitors of all ages although entrance fees may apply.
A red letter day for all Rodeo fanatics touring Middlemount the Bowen River Rodeo Grounds comes alive with large crowds and rodeo action on 6th and 7th June, 2015. Visitors can consult the relative websites to find further details and show times.
Organized by the country's premier obstacle course holiday planner Obstacles Gone Mad, also known as OGM Airlie Beach offers adventurous visitors the opportunity to take part in a journey of a lifetime. Set amidst one of Middlemount's most pristine landscapes with the obstacle adventure kicks off from Airlie Beach and takes visitors across some of the area's most scenic corners. Visitors based in reputed Middlemount hotels such as the Oaks Middlemount can book a place on the tour through the hotel.
Tipped to be one of the most pristine natural environments in Middlemount Whitehaven Beach National Park is a beach lover's dream come true. Blessed with white, powdery sands the tranquil and temperate waters off the coast of Whitsunday Island are perfect for swimming activities.
