Australia’s Best Wellbeing Festivals for 2026

Lovefest Wollongong invites you to the shores of the Northern Illawarra for a day that reconnects you with your wild, free and authentic self. Set on a stunning stretch of coastline at Thirroul, this beachside gathering blends movement, music and mindful celebration in a way that feels both grounding and expansive. Guided by inspiring facilitators, you’ll flow through breathwork, yoga, conscious dance, drumming circles and sound journeys that help you drop into your body and awaken your natural joy.

Expect heart-opening community moments, creative workshops, kids activities, markets, delicious vegetarian food and dedicated healing spaces offering massage and restorative therapies. The festival begins with an Acknowledgement of Country and First Nations ceremony to honour the land and its wisdom. From barefoot dancing to kirtan, from sun-kissed embodiment practices to shared moments of play, every experience is designed to help you remember your essence - alive, connected and beautifully untamed.

Now in its 15th year, Conscious Life Festival continues to be a vibrant meeting place for people who are curious about growth, healing and a more mindful way of living. This earth-aware event on the Sunshine Coast brings together innovators, teachers and practitioners who are passionate about helping others cultivate balance and clarity - the kind of tools that feel essential in today’s fast-paced world.

Across two inspiring days, you can wander between workshops, talks and demonstrations that spark self-inquiry and lift your energy. Try a guided meditation, explore holistic therapies, enjoy a restorative massage or browse stalls filled with products designed to support wellbeing. Live music sets the tone, while nourishing food, organic drinks and plenty of cosy corners make it easy to slow down between sessions. Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas or simply a reset, Conscious Life offers a warm, welcoming space to reconnect with yourself.

The Seven Sisters Festival invites women into a supportive, heart-led community just over an hour from Melbourne. Over four days and three nights, this pop-up village becomes a space to reconnect with yourself and others through movement, creativity, learning and rest. Fourteen years strong, the festival remains a drug- and alcohol-free gathering run by women, for women, with a focus on empowerment, wellbeing and meaningful connection.

With more than 100 workshops, circles, talks and healing spaces, you’re free to shape your own journey - whether that means dancing under the stars, joining a craft class, exploring personal growth, enjoying live music, or simply slowing down in nature. You might like to stay onsite with camping or glamping options, or choose offsite accommodation nearby. Each day offers fresh opportunities to explore new ideas, nurture your wellbeing and experience the beauty of a community that celebrates authenticity and shared wisdom.

Founder Dr Lauren Woodman explains that “the name Seven Sisters stimulates reflection of history and meanings, encourages women to share their stories and reminds us all that the light of the Seven Sisters Stars shine down on every woman-connecting us all”.

The Goodness Me Festival in South Australia is a full-day celebration of wellness, creativity and connection. Set on the serene grounds of the Riverdell Spiritual Centre, the festival brings together a vibrant community of teachers, musicians, speakers and artists to guide you through experiences designed to uplift and inspire. Across the day, you can explore yoga, breathwork, sound healing, live music, ceremony, education sessions, creative expression and a colourful range of market stalls. Each offering is crafted to help you slow down, reconnect and open to new possibilities.

Whether you’re curious about holistic practices, diving deeper into your wellbeing journey or already an experienced yogi, there’s something here for every body and every level. With multiple classes, workshops and activations to choose from, the festival invites you to nourish your mind, body and soul while surrounded by nature and like-minded community. Joy, expansion and a fresh sense of energy await.

Pranafest returns to bring together some of Queensland's most uplifting voices in movement, mindfulness and creative expression. For three soulful days, this camping-based gathering invites you to step away from routine and settle into a space where connection - to self, to others, to nature - becomes the focus. Guided by the team from The Flow State Experience, the festival is designed as a safe, open environment where community, curiosity and creativity naturally thrive.

Attendees can expect a blend of practices that support personal growth and inner exploration, from energising yoga and breathwork sessions to music, art and workshops that inspire new ways of thinking. While the 2026 program is still under wraps, this festival will offer plenty of opportunities to move, unwind, reflect and simply be fully present. If you’re seeking a festival that nourishes both spirit and body, Pranafest promises an experience that gently expands what’s possible.

The Bendigo Yoga Festival returns in 2026, inviting yogis of every level to spend a weekend immersed in movement, mindfulness and community. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or deepening a long-term practice, the festival offers a welcoming space to explore. Beginners can ease into styles like Hatha, Yin, Kundalini and Yoga Nidra, while experienced practitioners can challenge themselves with dynamic Vinyasa flows or experiment with new approaches.

Across the expanded festival space, you’ll find a full program of classes, workshops, talks and live music, each designed to support personal growth and presence. Create your own schedule and move between sessions that inspire reflection, strength or relaxation. With knowledgeable teachers, a warm community atmosphere and unlimited access included in both single-day and weekend passes, the festival encourages you to reconnect with yourself and your practice. It’s a chance to slow down, explore and rediscover what yoga means to you.

Every summer, Woodfordia transforms into a vibrant cultural village as the Woodford Folk Festival welcomes thousands of festival-goers from December 27 to January 1. Set on a sprawling 500-acre site an hour from the Sunshine Coast, the event hosts an extraordinary mix of artists, thinkers and performers who bring music, ideas and creativity to life across dozens of beautifully crafted venues.

Over six festive days and nights, you can wander between concerts, dance sessions, yoga and mindfulness classes, street performances, writers’ talks, film screenings, comedy, cabaret and lively discussions. There’s a dedicated children’s festival, hands-on craft and circus workshops, environmental programming and roaming performances that pop up when you least expect them.

Woodfordia’s leafy pathways are lined with cafés, global street food, market stalls and cosy nooks to rest or connect. With camping, glamping and offsite options available, it’s easy to settle in and welcome the New Year immersed in imagination, community and celebration.