admin August 27, 2026
The iconic Grand View Hotel, Queensland’s oldest licensed pub, celebrates 175 years with a huge one-day celebration, ‘GV Fest 175’ event on Saturday 29th August, with a concert by internationally recognised Aussie music star Vanessa Amorosi.
The land on which the Grand View Hotel now stands was first established in 1851, making this milestone a celebration of one of the region’s oldest and most storied sites. Since then, it has grown into a true Redlands institution, a place where generations of locals have gathered to share a meal, a drink and good company. GV Fest 175 is proudly sponsored by XXXX and will be a not-to-miss event, with a daytime festival and evening concert taking over the whole venue, including the carpark.
The daytime festivities will kick off from 11am, and include something for everyone. With free entry, it’s perfect for those who want to spend their Saturday afternoon enjoying live music on the main stage, browsing a variety of local market stalls and making the most of the pop-up bars and food stalls. The littlest of guests will be catered too with a dedicated kids’ zone.
At 5pm the evening session begins. This session is ticket only, and the venue will stay fully activated so guests can still enjoy the pop-up bars, food and market stalls throughout.
The one-night-only concert will see Australian Idol contestant Hunter Boswell entertain the crowd from 5.30pm, before headliner Vanessa Amorosi takes the stage at 7pm. Attendees will be able to celebrate one of Australia’s most iconic voices at one of Queensland’s most loved venues. Taking the stage after Vanessa Amorosi, will be DJ Vanderfunk to keep the celebrations going until late.
For those wanting to enhance their event experience, there are 100 tickets available for the VIP Marquee. Priced $195pp, these tickets include a 4-hour (5.30pm-9.30pm) food & beverage package, including pasta station, charcuterie station, rotisserie station and more.
GV Fest 175 Event: The Grand View Hotel’s 175th Anniversary
What: GV Fest 175 – Daytime festival and evening concert headlined by Vanessa Amorosi. Live music, local market stalls, food stalls
When: Saturday 29 August, 11am – late
Where: Grand View Hotel, 49 North Street, Cleveland, Qld
Who: Vanessa Amorosi, Hunter Boswell and more
Price: $60pp for evening session (free entry for daytime festival), $195pp for VIP Marquee (limited to 100)
Book: Tickets
To give back while celebrating, the pub will be fundraising for The Cage Youth Foundation, a local Redlands not-for-proft supporting young people and families across the community.
The land on which the GV now stands was first established in 1851 on the shore of Moreton Bay. From its early days as a boarding house to holding religious ceremonies, the GV became a community hub before adopting the name ‘Grand View Hotel’ in 1910, a name it still holds after more than 100 years.
The GV Fest 175 event is the perfect opportunity for neighbours, families and friends alike to come together once again under the GV’s roof to celebrate the iconic landmark. With internationally recognised music stars, entertainment, activities and great food and drink, the event promises to be an amazing experience celebrating 175 years of history and community.
Grand View Hotel, 49 North Street, Cleveland, QLD
https://events.humanitix.com/gv-fest-175
