# What's On In Cairns Today | Best Events & Things To Do Near Cairns Today | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Discover what to do in Cairns today! From outdoor adventures and cultural experiences, to delicious food and nightlife, there's something for everyone in Cairns. Plan your visit now and make the most of your day in this vibrant and exciting city.
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Cairns has an endless amount of events and activities! Take your pick and enjoy your favorite Cairns events today. No more need to ask what to do in Cairns today. Whether it is today or tonight, the best events in Cairns are right here for you.

## today Events in Cairns

- **Event Name**: The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans | Cairns
  - **Description**: 👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/bdz5rp6d

⭐ Come on down to The Jazz Room in Cairns! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of revolutionary New Orlean
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cairns/the-jazz-room-a-journey-to-the-heart-of-new-orleans-cairns/200030574181032
  - **Venue**: Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City
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- **Event Name**: ROMERIA (MA) Spain 114mins
  - **Description**: The beautiful new drama from Berlin Golden Bear-winning writer/director Carla Simón (Summer 1993, Alcarràs) - one of the most acclaimed filmmakers in contemporary Spanish cinema - follows an orphaned teenage girl as she meets her paternal family for the f
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 23 2026 at 04:00 pm (+10:00)
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  - **Venue**: Event Cinemas Cairns Central
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## Trending Events in Cairns

- **Event Name**: Grand Parade & Fireworks || Cairns Festival 2026
  - **Description**: More info on this FREE event: cairnsfestival.com.au/grand-parade

To celebrate Cairns’ 150th anniversary, the much-loved “Fun in the Sun” Grand Parade returns to the Esplanade in 2026 with a vibrant new twist.

Inspired by the city’s tropical lifestyle, c
  - **Venue**: Cairns Esplanade
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- **Event Name**: Cairns Festival 2026 Grand Parade and 150 years Anniversary celebration
  - **Description**: #Cairns festival 2026 #Grand parade and 150 years anniversary celebration #29 August 2026 start 5.30 pm at Cairns City
  - **Venue**: Cairns City
- **Event Name**: Train, Barenaked Ladies & Matt Nathanson at Cascades Amphitheater - WA
  - **Description**: Join us for an amazing evening with Train! 🎶🚂 Don't miss the chance to experience their fantastic performance live at [Venue Name]. Get your tickets now at the link below and get ready to sing along to all your favorite songs! Invite your friends and let'
  - **Venue**: Crystal Cascades Rainforest Waterhole
- **Event Name**: Electric Fields || Cairns Festival 2026
  - **Description**: More info on this FREE event: cairnsfest.com.au/electricfields

6.30pm - 7.15pm: The Pad Boys
7.30pm - 8.15pm: Tjaka
8.30pm - 9.30pm: Electric Fields

Where do we start the festival? At the beginning. With a diverse lineup including local legends The Pad
  - **Venue**: Cairns Esplanade
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- **Event Name**: Miss Tee Ketu Band + The Next Wave Showcase || Cairns Festival 2026
  - **Description**: More info on this FREE event: cairnsfest.com.au/missteeketu

10 days. 10 epic nights. Endless reasons to come back.
Live music. Big performances. Movies. BBQs. Dance floors. Beautiful chaos.  

The Festival Hub Esplanade Mainstage is where the party comes
  - **Venue**: Cairns Esplanade
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- **Event Name**: Faulty Towers Dining Experience 2026
  - **Description**: A must-see, side-splitting immersive showAbout this EventThey’re back! Join us for the original multi award winning West End sensation taking the world by storm.Basil, Manuel and Sybil are in town—and they’re bring
  - **Venue**: Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
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- **Event Name**: Cairns 150 Year Ball
  - **Description**: 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 - 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 2026.

Join us for a night of tropical glamour and celebration at the Cairns 150 Year Ball ✨

Set against the iconic Cairns Esplanade, enjoy a fine dining experience, beverage package,
  - **Venue**: Eastern Event Lawn, Cairns Esplanade
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- **Event Name**: Country Struts || Cairns Festival 2026
  - **Description**: 10 days. 10 epic nights. Endless reasons to come back.

Live music. Big performances. Movies. BBQs. Dance floors. Beautiful chaos. The Festival Hub Esplanade Mainstage is where the party comes alive every night from Friday 28 August to Sunday 6 September.
  - **Venue**: Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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- **Event Name**: An Art Party at the End of the World with VOiiiD Collective || Cairns Festival 2026
  - **Description**: 10 days. 10 epic nights. Endless reasons to come back.

Live music. Big performances. Movies. BBQs. Dance floors. Beautiful chaos. The Festival Hub Esplanade Mainstage is where the party comes alive every night from Friday 28 August to Sunday 6 September.
  - **Venue**: Cairns Esplanade
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top today events in Cairns?
  - **A:** The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans | Cairns (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am at Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City), ROMERIA (MA) Spain 114mins (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 04:00 pm at Event Cinemas Cairns Central).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Cairns today August 23, 2026?
  - **A:** The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans | Cairns (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am at Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City), ROMERIA (MA) Spain 114mins (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 04:00 pm at Event Cinemas Cairns Central).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Cairns this weekend August 21–23, 2026?
  - **A:** The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans | Cairns (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am at Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City), ROMERIA (MA) Spain 114mins (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 04:00 pm at Event Cinemas Cairns Central).
- **Q**: What today events are happening in Cairns in August 2026?
  - **A:** The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans | Cairns (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 02:00 am at Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City), ROMERIA (MA) Spain 114mins (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 04:00 pm at Event Cinemas Cairns Central).
- **Q**: How can I find today events in Cairns?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming today events in Cairns on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
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  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for today events in Cairns?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting today events in Cairns include Bulmba-ja, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City, Event Cinemas Cairns Central.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for today events in Cairns?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting today events in Cairns include Aussie Beats & Nights, Unseen Cinema - End Credits.
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  - **A:** Yes, many today events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
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