Australia’s event scene is as diverse as the country itself sun-soaked music parades in small towns, world-famous sporting tournaments, bustling music and film festivals, and magical outdoor art trails. For patrons using a Pride Mobility Australia scooter, each event offers its own charm and its own logistical considerations.

🌲 Thomas Dambo’s Giants of Mandurah (WA)

4th December – 28 February

A magical outdoor art and nature adventure

This beloved trail features enormous wooden giants crafted from recycled materials by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Hidden among forests, wetlands, beaches and parks around Mandurah, the giants encourage exploration, discovery and connection with nature.

What you’ll experience:

• Giant sculptures peeking through trees, perched on hills or by water
• Scenic walking paths, birdlife, wildflowers and peaceful bush settings
• A treasure-hunt vibe—each giant is in a different unique location
• Family-friendly fun suitable for slow exploration and photography

On a Outback:

Accessibility can vary as some giants are reachable via sealed or compacted paths suitable for scooters, while others require navigating bush terrain or sand. Choose scooter-friendly giants using local accessibility maps. A scooter with larger wheels or full suspension is ideal for outdoor exploration.

🏏 Big Bash League (Australia-wide)

9th December – 25th January

Cricket meets party atmosphere

The Big Bash League (BBL) isn’t your traditional slow-burn cricket match it’s fast, loud, colourful and designed for families. Held across major stadiums, the BBL mixes sport with entertainment: fireworks, music, stunts, mascots, player signings, and themed nights.

What you’ll experience:

• Three-hour matches filled with big sixes, strategic plays, and plenty of hype
• A carnival vibe with food trucks, fan zones, giveaways and kids’ activities
• Night games under stadium lights with pyrotechnics and live DJs
• Team colours everywhere and an enthusiastic, family-heavy crowd

On a Go Go Carbon:

Every main BBL stadium (MCG, SCG, Adelaide Oval, Optus Stadium, The Gabba, etc.) has step-free access, ramps, lifts and spacious concourses. Mobility scooter users can move freely between food stalls, seating bays and facilities. All grounds offer wheelchair/scooter viewing platforms with companion seating.

🎸 Parkes Elvis Festival (NSW)

7th – 11th January

A five-day explosion of rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia

Imagine a quiet regional town suddenly filled with thousands of Elvis impersonators, vintage Cadillacs, bejewelled jumpsuits, rockabilly bands and spontaneous street performances. That’s the Parkes Elvis Festival, held every January to celebrate The King’s legacy and birthday.

What you’ll experience:

• A huge street parade featuring floats, costumes and live music
• Dozens of tribute concerts—from intimate shows to full theatre productions
• Retro markets, dance competitions, gospel services, look-alike contests
• Pop-up venues, themed cafés, outdoor bars, and Elvis on every corner
• A friendly, carnival-like atmosphere that takes over the entire town

On Pathfinder Endurance:

The festival is spread across the town centre, which is mostly flat and easy to navigate. Major event zones are connected by wide footpaths, and accessible viewing areas are provided during the parade.

🎾 Australian Open (Melbourne, VIC)

12th January – 1st February

A world-famous summer festival of tennis and entertainment

The Australian Open is far more than a tennis tournament—it’s a full entertainment precinct packed with food pop-ups, live music, immersive sponsor activations, autograph sessions, public courts, kids’ zones and big screens. For two weeks in January, Melbourne Park becomes one of Australia’s liveliest festival destinations.

What you’ll experience:

• Matches featuring the world’s top tennis stars
• Night sessions with electric atmospheres
• AO Live Stage concerts
• Large outdoor fan zones, shaded chill-out areas and gourmet food precincts
• Public practice courts and behind-the-scenes experiences
• The Australian Open Wheelchair Championships showcasing elite para-athletes

On a Jazzy Carbon:

Melbourne Park is extremely accessible. Smooth, wide pathways connect all arenas and outdoor areas, making it easy to travel between Rod Laver Arena, Kia Arena, Margaret Court Arena and the outside courts. The distances are long, so mobility scooters are advantageous.

Accessible shuttles, lifts, ramps and well-marked scooter-friendly routes are integrated into the precinct design.

🎬 Capricorn Film Festival (QLD)

15th -18th January

A multi-day celebration of cinema, creativity and community spirit

Imagine a peaceful coastal region bursting into life with movie screenings, art installations, passionate filmmakers, Q&A sessions, indie-film fans and festival-goers from across the country. That’s the Capricorn Film Festival, a vibrant mix of global cinema, local talent, film-art workshops and community cinema culture.

What you’ll experience:

• Opening-night premieres featuring international and Australian feature films and documentaries.
• A short-film competition (with international and Queensland-local entries) delivering a wide variety of creative stories in bite-sized format.
• Thought-provoking documentaries, dramas and art films, sometimes tackling hard-hitting themes with honesty and depth.
• More than just screenings: masterclasses, workshops, industry discussions, and networking events, a platform for aspiring and established filmmakers alike.
• A welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere combining tourism, local arts, and cultural connection on the shores of the Capricorn Coast.

On a Go Go Elite Traveller 2:

The festival venues including the central festival hub in Yeppoon Town Hall on the Capricorn Coast are well suited for a relaxed, immersive visit: screenings, workshops, and community events are concentrated and easy to navigate. Many festival activities centre around familiar public spaces, making the festival both accessible and welcoming.

🐴 Tamworth Country Music Festival (NSW)

16th – 25 January

The biggest country music festival in the Southern Hemisphere

Every January, Tamworth transforms into Australia’s country music capital. Over 10 days, the festival hosts hundreds of artists across dozens of venues, from big-ticket concerts to intimate acoustic sessions.

What you’ll experience:

• 700+ events, many of them free
• Street performers, buskers and talent quests
• The famous Golden Guitar Awards
• Pop-up bars, food trucks and fan zones
• A carnival-like city-wide atmosphere
• Performances in parks, pubs, clubs, tents, theatres and outdoor stages

Unlike many festivals in fenced-off areas, Tamworth’s events are spread throughout the CBD, creating a lively, walkable (or scooter-friendly!) celebration of music.

On a Pathfinder 140 XL:

Tamworth’s town centre is generally flat with wide footpaths and plenty of space for scooter travel. Areas like Toyota Park have accessible paths and grassed areas and accessibility viewpoints. Some spots may require sticking to designated accessible zones for stability

🌟 Final Thoughts

Each of these events showcases something uniquely Australian, whether it’s our sporting brilliance, our playful creativity, or our world-class music and film. And thanks to improving accessibility, visitors using a Pride Mobility scooter can enjoy them just as fully as anyone else.