This guide covers August 2026. Event dates and details were checked when it was published, so always confirm with the organiser. For what’s on now, see our latest monthly guides. August is the month Cairns turns on the charm. Looking for things to do in Cairns this...
Things to do in Cairns with kids: the reef, the free Lagoon, Kuranda, the Botanic Gardens and beaches. Stay central at Hides Hotel and book direct.
Hides Hotel is under 10 minutes’ walk from the Reef Fleet Terminal in Cairns. Walk to your reef boat, store bags after check-out. Book direct.
Markets, live shows, Australia Day events and easy wet-season tips—your January guide to Cairns.
Cairns 150 anniversary: a milestone worth celebrating Cairns 150 anniversary celebrations make 2026 a standout year to explore the city’s story, culture and waterfront icons—starting right from the CBD at Hides Hotel. This year marks a major milestone for Cairns — 150...
Cairns Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit Cairns is one of Australia's most exciting travel destinations — a tropical city in far north Queensland where the Great Barrier Reef meets ancient rainforest, and adventure is genuinely on the...
Adventure Activities in Cairns: The Ultimate Guide for Thrill Seekers Cairns has earned its reputation as the adventure capital of Australia — and it is easy to see why. From free-falling above the Great Barrier Reef to white water rafting through ancient rainforest...
