Combine arts and culture with sun and sand at The Noosa Longweekend in one of the world's most enviable destinations.

The Noosa Longweekend is an annual 10 day festival of theatre, art, food, film, dance, music, literature and thought-provoking, barrier-breaking forums that has become recognised as one of Australia's foremost regional cultural events.

Established in 2002 by prominent Australian playwright David Williamson, his wife Kristin and former Berlin Philharmonic violinist Brett Dean, the festival continues to attract some of Australia's and the world's best artists, performers, writers, film makers, musicians, environmentalists and commentators.

Noosa's unique geography and village-style atmosphere provide the inspiring backdrop for this festival that offers visitors beautiful beaches, fabulous food and culture - nourishment for the body, mind and soul.

It is a celebration that embraces diversity; The Noosa Longweekend presents a broad program of events that entertains, enlivens and inspires its many different audiences.