Think you know what to expect from a regional festival? Think again. The Cooktown Discovery Festival is full of moments that catch people off guard—in the best possible way. Here are 14 things that might just surprise you. 1. It’s completely free Yes—headline...

Cooktown is widely recognised as one of Australia’s premier fishing destinations, offering a diverse range of environments from estuaries and rivers to offshore reefs and tropical islands.Whether you are an experienced angler or a casual visitor, there are...

The journey from Cairns to Cooktown is one of Queensland’s most scenic and rewarding coastal drives. Stretching through tropical rainforest, remote river crossings and rugged outback landscapes, the drive is as memorable as the destination itself. Whether you’re...

Cooktown is gearing up for a party, with ARIA-nominated, multi-platinum Australian band Kingswood locked in to headline the 2026 Cooktown Discovery Festival in a free Saturday night concert.