A Minute With The Mayor

There’s something truly special about country music and the great outdoors, which is why I’m excited for the Barra & Boots Music Festival on Saturday, 21 June.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Proserpine Campground, this one-of-a-kind event will bring together some of Australia’s top country artists for an intimate experience.

With only 800 concert tickets and 150 campsites available, this event will be a unique opportunity to experience live music, camping, and the natural beauty of Lake Proserpine all in one unforgettable weekend.

Whether you’re a die-hard country fan or just looking for a great excuse for an adventure in the outdoors, this will be an event to remember.

Lake Proserpine has long been one of our hidden gems—a place where locals and visitors alike can fish, camp, and unwind in nature. In recent years, Council have made major improvements to the area, introducing glamping options and new waterfront camping sites, making it even easier to enjoy a comfortable and scenic getaway.

This festival highlights the amazing lifestyle our Whitsunday community enjoys waking up to lake views, spending the morning fishing or boating, and then settling in for a night of world-class live country music just steps from your campsite.

The Barra & Boots Music Festival will bring together some of the biggest names in Australian country music, including Amber Lawrence, Sunny Cowgirls, Christie Lamb, Josh Setterfield, Paul Costa, Bonnie Kellett, Rusty Pickups, Michael Ward, and more artists still to be announced.

With the stage positioned inside the campground, everyone will have close access to the performances, creating an intimate and electric atmosphere.

For those who prefer a day trip, there are limited day tickets available, and organisers made it easy for festival-goers to attend with bus transfers running from Airlie Beach to Proserpine and back, stopping at multiple locations. Onsite parking will also be available, but spaces are limited.

The event also coincides with the popular Whitsunday Show, which will be held on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 June, making it the perfect opportunity to turn the festival into a long weekend of fun and entertainment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase Lake Proserpine as not just a top-tier camping and fishing destination, but also as a prime location for major events.

I hope to see many of you there for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend of music, mateship, and the best of the great outdoors.

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