Flametree Gathering 2026
Welcome to annual Flametree Gathering!
It’s time to breathe deep, slow down, and settle in for three soul-nourishing days under the stars for the 2026 Flametree Gathering.
This is a grassroots celebration of music, connection, and community, where folk, funk, rock and roots weave together in perfect harmony. Returing to Lake Proserpine the festival unfolds beside calm freshwater, wide open skies and natural bush surrounds – a relaxed lakeside setting shaped by campfires, expansive views and long, glowing sunsets.
Across three days, audiences can enjoy a carefully curated program of live music, storytelling and intimate performances, alongside local food vendors, small markets and plenty of space to simply take it all in. Whether you’re watching from a camp chair, wandering between stages or settling in as the sun goes down, Flametree unfolds at an easy pace, designed to feel welcoming and unhurried.
Flametree Gathering proudly supports Eco Barge Clean Seas Inc., the local legends quietly working to keep the Whitsundays free of ocean rubbish. We proudly donate $5 per ticket is donated to support their ongoing marine debris removal programs and Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.
The event also continues its commitment to Zero Waste management. Attendees are encouraged to bring reusable cups, plates and cutlery, with waste separation stations available throughout the site. Food and market stalls operate with sustainability in mind to help minimise landfill and reduce the event’s environmental footprint.
What to Bring:
- Your shade, your seat, your picnic rug
- Drinking water – stay hydrated and if you are camping you will need water for cooking and washing up
- Cash for raffles and market stalls
- Your favourite people (and your dancing feet)
- Your esky and whatever you fancy sipping on (yep, it’s BYO)
- An open heart and a sense of adventure
Markets and food trucks will keep you fuelled, and if you’ve got little ones, know they’re welcome too (and under 17s free, must be accompanied by a paying adult).
Tickets on sale NOW
Early Bird Tickets
1st Release Tickets
Final Release
Available to 21st Feb
Available to 21st May
Available to 21st August
$160 (+ booking fee)
$180 (+ booking fee)
$210 (+ booking fee)
Kids Under 17 – FREE (must be accompanied by an adult).
Book your camping tickets at Lake Proserpine
Get to Know our Artists
David Flower is a folk and roots artist and storyteller who captivates audiences with his original songs, performed in his distinctive and delightfully quirky style. With a dynamic voice and a deep connection to the acoustic guitar, he also brings harmonica and ukulele into the mix, staying true to the raw, earthy sound of his genre. A natural storyteller and accidental comedian, David keeps listeners on their toes with his sharp wit, unpredictable turns, and poetic wordplay. His performances have a spontaneous energy, effortlessly weaving humor, insight, and social commentary that leaves audiences entertained, moved, and wanting more.
In a very special Flametree Gathering show, David will form the Flametree All Stars with Karl S Williams on keys, Sally Wiggins on drums and Josh Notting on bass along with other special guests.
Soul Practice by Bronwyn Garland is a guided deep relaxation meditation infused with intuitive practices from the Soul Practice Oracle Cards – a self-healing tool created by Bronwyn Garland. Designed to support alignment with soul, earth, and community, this practice gently restores harmony and wellbeing. Bronwyn’s hypnotic voice leads the journey, accompanied by the soulful guitar of David Flower, grounding resonance of Bruce Wix on didgeridoo and sublime talents or Rene Goetes on crystal singing bowls, indian flute and medicine drum . Together, they create a soundscape that invites inner peace, emotional clarity, and spiritual connection.
Calm Events
Production to the stars.
Getting There:
66 Station Road Lake Proserpine, QLD, 4800 Australia
Lake Proserpine is located approximately 25 kilometres from the heart of Proserpine. Follow Faust Street – Crystalbrook Road to 66 Station Road, Lake Proserpine QLD 4800 Australia.
If you would like to take your own car, there is parking onsite OR you can take it easy and get chauffeured by two of our wonderful local services Need a Ride Whitsundays OR Lovatt in the Whitsundays.
Other Information
- Camping – Book your camping direct with Lake Proserpine. We recommend coming and setting up and settling in the night before. Alternatively you can live in luxury and have it all done for you! Book your glamping experience directly with Lake Proserpine or with belltentswhitsundays.com.au.
- Pets – We are dog friendly however they will need to remain on a leash at all times. You will need to obviously clean up your dog’s poo. No bags are provided. Dogs that bark will be asked to leave.
- Rubbish – Please take your own rubbish with you, where possible bring reusable containers for use at food stalls to reduce your impact. There will be bins provided for bottles and cans. Please leave your 10c refundable recyclables in the bins provided.
- Cash – There is very little mobile service. Please bring cash for purchasing from stalls and raffles.
- Mobile Service – Telstra is available however there is very limited service available for other providers.
- Kids Under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. They will be turned away from the event if they’re not with a responsible adult or parent.
With special thanks to Whitsunday Regional Council, Flexi-Hire, Healthy Clean and Green and all the local businesses who donate prizes for our raffles and auctions. If you would like to donate a prize please email Bronwyn at flametreegathering@gmail.com. We would like to thank the generous in kind support and sponsorship from Whitsunday Regional Council, Flexi Hire Whitsundays, our visual artists La Lune Croker Art, Donna Maree Robinson, Leah McLean Photography, our yoga teacher Alana Murphy and our raffle and auction prize providers that will be announced closer to the date.
This project was made possible by the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund, provided through Regional Arts Australia, administered in Queensland by Flying Arts Alliance.
Organiser
Flametree Gathering
David Flower presents a beautiful bunch of artists for an intimate three day gathering in the Whitsundays. The gathering offers some of our favourite folk /funk /rock and roots artists and a full program of entertainment, games and guaranteed spontaneous moments known as the ‘Flower Effect’.