# What's On In Cooktown This Weekend | May 1-3, 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**: Cooktown vs Cooktown: Games under the Lights
  - **Description**: Come on down to John St Oval to support our Junior Rugby League Players. Each team will be divided in two and play each other from U6s-U12s with the last game being a U12-17s league tag. Food and drinks available to purchase.
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cooktown/cooktown-vs-cooktown-games-under-the-lights/200029991514603
  - **Venue**: John Street Sport Field - Cooktown
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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**: Cooktown vs Cooktown: Games under the Lights
  - **Description**: Come on down to John St Oval to support our Junior Rugby League Players. Each team will be divided in two and play each other from U6s-U12s with the last game being a U12-17s league tag. Food and drinks available to purchase.
  - **Venue**: John Street Sport Field - Cooktown
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- **Event Name**: Student Event - Games Night!
  - **Description**: Join us for a relaxed games night at CUC Cape York.

Take a break from study, play a few games, and connect with other students in a welcoming space.

We’ve got plenty of games available, or feel free to bring your own. Snacks will be provided.

Held mont
  - **Venue**: 100 Charlotte Street, Cooktown, QLD, Australia, Queensland
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Cooktown?
  - **A:** Cooktown vs Cooktown: Games under the Lights (Fri May 01 2026 at John Street Sport Field - Cooktown).
- **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 John Street Sport Field - Cooktown.
- **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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