QMF promises ferry good times

WITH about a week until the gates of this year’s edition of the Queenscliff Music Festival are flung open in the historic seaside town of Queenscliff, the annual festival continues to grow bigger and better.

The festival has unveiled two new Special Event Ferry Sessions aboard the Peninsula Princess, with intimate live performances that take audiences on a 40-minute cruise across Port Phillip Bay, pairing live music with coastal views and a beverage.

While the already announced six regular ferry sessions are open to all festival ticketholders, those wanting to secure this unique experience can do so through these two new special sessions as they are separately ticketed.

On November 29 at 1.30pm, the Peninsula Princess will set sail with Skyscraper Stan, one of Australia’s most captivating lyricists and performers, known for his razor-sharp storytelling and magnetic live energy.

On November 30 at 1.30pm, audiences will be treated to Minor Gold, the award-winning folk-rock duo of Dan Parsons and Tracy McNeil, whose effortless harmonies and heartfelt songs have won fans across Australia and the world.

Tickets to both Special Event Sessions are $25 (plus booking fee) and include a complimentary beverage on board.

QMF director Claire Stickland said the the new Ferry sessions were added due to overwhelming response for the first, festival-based sessions

“We’ve been overwhelmed by the response to the ferry as a floating venue.

“If you absolutely don’t want to miss out, these special ferry sessions are for you and guarantee you a spot on this unique experience.”

All ferry sessions run throughout the weekend, offering an unforgettable perspective of Queenscliff, from the water, with live music, salty air and spectacular bay views.

Tickets for QMF are still available. For more information, head to qmf.net.au