The Flametree Gathering is set to return in 2025 with a new location, an expanded program, and the same vibrant community spirit that has made it a much-loved event in the Whitsundays. For the first time, the festival will be held at the picturesque Lake Proserpine, offering three days of music, art, wellness, and family-friendly fun from August 29-31.
Festival organiser Bronwyn Garland said the move to Lake Proserpine brings a fresh energy to the event.
“It’s quite exciting that we’re moving to Lake Proserpine. It’s such a beautiful natural spot, and there are really good facilities like piping hot showers, flushing toilets, a kiosk and people can bring their kayaks and do whatever they like as well as enjoy the festival,” she said.
Headlining the music program once again is festival co- organiser David Flower, whose vibrant energy and all inclusive jam sessions have become a Flametree favourite. He’ll be joined by returning acts including blues-soul artist Karl S Williams & Sally Wiggins. Mackay band, Tropical State of Mind, will also perform, fresh from recording an EP in Byron Bay. While veteran musician John Malcolm, who inspired Flower to take up music, returns to the stage, much to the delight of long-time locals.
The festival will also feature a rich visual arts program with immersive installations from La Lune Croker Art - the Wonderoom and Donna Maree Robinson’s nature-inspired art projections, which allow visitors to interact with art.
New to this year’s lineup is Circus with Purpose, an interactive circus experience that includes hula hoop and poi workshops for all ages, as well as a fire performance on Saturday night.
Wellness is an important part of Flametree Gathering, and this year they will have yoga, soul practice meditation and other wellness-related activities.
A Welcome to Country and cultural experience from the Yooribaya Cultural Experience will open the festival on Friday night, followed by performances from local artists Zed Charles and Rebelquinn plus many more talented original singer songwriters.
Flametree continues to support local environmental efforts, raising funds for Clean Seas Eco Barge’s Turtle Rehabilitation Centre through raffles, auctions and food stall. If you would like to donate a prize please contact Bronwyn. This year also marks the beginning of the festival’s Zero Waste Management program, encouraging attendees to bring reusable cups and plates and take recyclables and rubbish home.
“All of our market stalls will be sustainable and eco-conscious,” said Bronwyn. “We want people to enjoy themselves while also looking after this beautiful place.”
Tickets are $180 for the full weekend, with children 17 and under admitted free. Day passes are also available at the gate: $50 for Friday, $90 for Saturday, and $60 for Sunday. Camping at Lake Proserpine can be booked separately for just $15 per night. Tickets are available through Airlie Events under "Flametree."
With music, art, culture, and community in a breathtaking lakeside setting, the 2025 Flametree Festival promises to be one of the region’s most memorable weekends.
WHAT: Flametree Gathering
WHERE: Lake Proserpine
WHEN: 29 – 31 August