Airlie Beach Festival of Music Announces Rock Icon Dave Gleeson as Festival Ambassador

Win Gleeso’s Ultimate Party in Paradise!

Get ready to amplify your tropical festival escape! The Airlie Beach Festival of Music is thrilled to announce that Aussie rock legend Dave Gleeson of The Screaming Jets has been named its official Festival Ambassador for 2025. To celebrate, the festival is launching Gleeso’s Ultimate Party in Paradise competition, where entrants go in the draw to win the ultimate festival experience.

Set to ignite the Whitsundays from November 7th-9th, 2025, the Airlie Beach Festival of Music promises three days of non-stop music and unforgettable experiences. With Dave Gleeson now on board as Ambassador, the energy is set to soar even higher.

"Being named Ambassador for the Airlie Beach Festival of Music is an absolute honour," said Dave Gleeson. "This festival is truly one of a kind – where else can you watch world-class acts with the Whitsunday Islands as your backdrop? It’s not just a gig; it's a full-blown experience, and after experiencing the Whitsundays in May, I know this prize package is my ideal way to do the festival! I can't wait to be a bigger part of bringing this party to everyone in 2025. Get ready to rock!"

Win Gleeso’s Ultimate Party in Paradise Package for the 2025 Festival!

This exclusive giveaway includes everything you need for an escape to paradise and the ultimate festival experience - just as Gleeso would do it:

● Return flights for two: Direct to Whitsunday Coast Airport from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, or Cairns.

● Five nights of luxury accommodation: A Waterview Queen Room at Heart Hotel.

● Scenic flight and reef adventure: Experience a breathtaking flight over Heart Reef and a thrilling tour to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with Ocean Rafting.

● Daily breakfast at The Deck: Start your days with a delicious breakfast

● Seafood platter for two: Enjoy a fresh seafood platter at Northerlies Beach Bar & Grill.

● Two 3-day passes to the Airlie Beach Festival of Music: Enjoy live performances from legendary artists with two passes to this iconic festival.

Festival Founder Gavin Butlin said, "If you only enter one prize competition a year, this is the one you want to be in! Having Dave Gleeson join us as Ambassador adds another layer of rock 'n' roll magic to what's already set to be an incredible year. Our awesome lineup including headliners and emerging artists, the stunning location, and this fantastic prize package make the Airlie Beach Festival of Music an unmissable event."

To enter, complete the form on the festival website and share in 25 words or less who you’d bring with you and why.

Entries close on Sunday 10 August, 2025. Don't miss your chance to win this incredible package and experience the best of The Whitsundays alongside world-class music. For more information, tickets to the 2025 festival, or to enter the competition, visit www.airliebeachfestivalofmusic.com.au.

The Airlie Beach Festival of Music is supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland.

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David Gleeson. Photo credit: Jason Rosewarne.