# What's On In Cooktown This Weekend | June 19-21, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Cooktown is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Cooktown this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Cooktown

- **Event Name**: Kingswood live in Cooktown | free outdoor concert
  - **Description**: Kingswood are coming to Cooktown.

As part of the Cooktown Discovery Festival, acclaimed Australian band Kingswood will headline a huge free outdoor concert on Saturday night, bringing their gritty country-rock sound to Far North Queensland.

Currently to
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 08:15 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cooktown/kingswood-live-in-cooktown-|-free-outdoor-concert/200029802696436
  - **Venue**: Lions Park, Cooktown
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts, live-music, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: 67th Annual Re-enactment of Cooks Landing at Waalmbal Birri and his meetings with Guugu Yimithirr
  - **Description**: The 67th Re-enactment of Cook’s landing and the first meaningful contact between Cook and his crew with Aboriginal people. A depiction of the events which occurred during these 48 days at the Endeavour River (Waalmbal Birri) in 1700
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 21 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Jun 21 2026 at 12:00 pm (+10:00)
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  - **Venue**: Endeavour Bicentennial Park
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## Trending Events in Cooktown

- **Event Name**: Kingswood live in Cooktown | free outdoor concert
  - **Description**: Kingswood are coming to Cooktown.

As part of the Cooktown Discovery Festival, acclaimed Australian band Kingswood will headline a huge free outdoor concert on Saturday night, bringing their gritty country-rock sound to Far North Queensland.

Currently to
  - **Venue**: Lions Park, Cooktown
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- **Event Name**: 67th Annual Re-enactment of Cooks Landing at Waalmbal Birri and his meetings with Guugu Yimithirr
  - **Description**: The 67th Re-enactment of Cook’s landing and the first meaningful contact between Cook and his crew with Aboriginal people. A depiction of the events which occurred during these 48 days at the Endeavour River (Waalmbal Birri) in 1700
  - **Venue**: Endeavour Bicentennial Park
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- **Event Name**: Teen & Adult Chalk Workshop at the Cooktown Skate Park
  - **Description**: Get creative and be part of a vibrant community artwork at this free guided chalk workshop for teens and adults.

Participants will work together across two workshop sessions to explore chalk art techniques and create a large-scale artwork at the Cooktown
  - **Venue**: 7 Amos St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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- **Event Name**: Community Chalk Workshop at the Skate Park.
  - **Description**: Community Chalk Day at the Cooktown Skate Park.

Bring the family along for a colourful day of creativity, connection and community fun at the Cooktown Skate Park.

As part of the Cooktown Resilience through Chalk Workshops, Community Chalk Day invites pe
  - **Venue**: 7 Amos St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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- **Event Name**: Teddy Bear Picnic – Cooktown Botanic Gardens
  - **Description**: Join the Cook Shire Council Library Services for a special Teddy Bear Picnic surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cooktown Botanic Gardens.

Families and young children are invited to bring along their favourite teddy bear and enjoy a relaxing morning
  - **Venue**: Cooktown Botanical Gardens
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- **Event Name**: Drop-In Sports at Cooktown Events Centre
  - **Description**: Looking for a fun and active way to spend the school holidays? Head to the Cooktown Events Centre for Drop-In Sports sessions these holidays.

Kids can enjoy a relaxed afternoon of indoor sports, games and activities in a safe and social environment.

Sui
  - **Venue**: 3 May St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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- **Event Name**: Movie afternoon at Cooktown Events Centre
  - **Description**: Enjoy a fun family movie afternoon at the Cooktown Events Centre these school holidays with Lilo & Stitch (2025) on the big screen.
Movie starts at 3pm
Free / entry details as applicable
Family-friendly screening
  - **Venue**: 3 May St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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- **Event Name**: "FLOWERS"
  - **Description**: 47th Annual Art Exhibition
Opening Award Night
  - **Venue**: 125 Charlotte Street, Cooktown, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4895
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- **Event Name**: Puppetry Workshop – Catbird Theatre
  - **Description**: Get creative these school holidays and learn the basics of puppetry in this fun, hands-on workshop with Catbird Theatre.

Participants will explore how to bring puppets to life before designing and creating their very own puppet to take home.

$5 per chil
  - **Venue**: 3 May St, Cooktown QLD 4895, Australia
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** Kingswood live in Cooktown | free outdoor concert (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 08:15 pm at Lions Park, Cooktown), 67th Annual Re-enactment of Cooks Landing at Waalmbal Birri and his meetings with Guugu Yimithirr (Sun Jun 21 2026 at 10:00 am at Endeavour Bicentennial Park).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Cooktown this weekend June 19–21, 2026?
  - **A:** Kingswood live in Cooktown | free outdoor concert (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 08:15 pm at Lions Park, Cooktown), 67th Annual Re-enactment of Cooks Landing at Waalmbal Birri and his meetings with Guugu Yimithirr (Sun Jun 21 2026 at 10:00 am at Endeavour Bicentennial Park).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Cooktown in June 2026?
  - **A:** Kingswood live in Cooktown | free outdoor concert (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 08:15 pm at Lions Park, Cooktown), 67th Annual Re-enactment of Cooks Landing at Waalmbal Birri and his meetings with Guugu Yimithirr (Sun Jun 21 2026 at 10:00 am at Endeavour Bicentennial Park).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Cooktown on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **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 Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Cooktown include Lions Park, Cooktown, Endeavour Bicentennial Park.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Cooktown include Cooktown Discovery Festival, Cooktown Re-enactment Association.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Cooktown.

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