WAVES HOTEL, BYRON BAY
Things to Do in Byron Bay
Festivals & Events
Writers Festival: Aug 8–10. Talks, panels & books.
Surf Festival: Aug 14–17. Art, surf, film & fun.
Sample Food Festival: Sep 6. Top eats, local vibes.
Film Festival: Oct 17–26. Indie & doco screenings.
Latin Fiesta: Oct 30–Nov 2. Dance, music, colour!
Bluesfest 2026: Apr 2–5. Australia’s top blues & roots festival.
Markets & Walks
Byron Farmers Market: Thurs AM @ Butler St
Community Market: 1st Sun @ Jonson St
Bangalow Market: Sat AM
Lighthouse Walk: 4km loop w/ epic ocean views
Unique Experiences
Sunrise Kayak: Paddle w/ dolphins
Distillery Tours: Cape Byron, Lord Byron & more
Piano Bar: Duelling pianos @ The Northern
Comma Bathouse & Spa, Industrial Estate
Eat & Move
Trattoria Basillico: Cosy Italian with pizza & pasta
No Bones: Vegan eats + cocktails, live music wknds
Roca: Latin fusion + cocktails @ Aquarius
Wide Open Road: Cool café on Lawson St
The Farm: Farm-to-table dining + animals
Bende: Pilates, barre, yoga @ Porter St
Bar Heather: Natural wines & small plates @ Jonson Lane
Light Years: Lively Asian diner, bold flavours
Pixie: Italian coastal eats @ Jonson Lane
Raes @ Wategos: for schmanzy lunch or dinner dates
Family Fun
Circus Arts: Flying trapeze & classes
Surf Lessons: Soul Surf School, all levels
Zephyr Pony Rides: Sat mornings @ North Byron Hotel