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Steampunk Dreams

Gold Coast, QLD

21 August 2027

Come to Australia’s annual Blythe doll convention, a volunteer-run event bringing together collectors, customisers and fans from across the country.

Enjoy competitions, themed displays, dolly shopping, raffles, giveaways, photo opportunities and lunch, plus a full day of socialising with fellow Blythe enthusiasts on the sunny Gold Coast.

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Count down to Blythe Fest 2027

Attendee ticket sales will commence on 1st August 2026 at 10:00am AEST and run until 1st July 2027 or until SOLD OUT.

Vendor applications open 1st July 2026.

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About Blythe Fest 2027

Blythe Fest Australia is a not-for-profit event run by volunteers who generously donate their time to make this event possible.

All ticket proceeds go directly back into the event.

Event details

Date: Saturday, 21 August 2027

Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm

Location: Gold Coast, Queensland

Venue

Parkwood Village

Grandview Room

76/76-122 Napper Rd,

Parkwood QLD 4214

Food and drink

Lunch is included in your ticket price. Drinks will be available for purchase from the cash bar located in the event room.

Accommodation

If you are travelling to the event, Labrador and Southport are both approximately 10 minutes from the venue and offer a range of accommodation options.

Tickets

Tickets are on sale now until 1 July 2027 or sold out

Attendee admission ticket: $90

Vendor spots are still available:

  • Half trade table includes admission ticket: $120

  • Full trade table includes admission ticket: $140

How to purchase

Send a message on Facebook or email us via contact form. Include with how many tickets you wish to purchase, your preferred payment method and the name for each ticket.

Payment methods

  • PayPal

  • Bank deposit

  • Lay buy

Lay buy terms: Available for purchase of tickets on a strictly 8-week payment plan. If this is required, please email or message our page along with how many tickets and names of each holder so an invoice can be arranged for you. You must make regular weekly or fortnightly payments (Vendors this option is also available to you) If an extension is required please let us know.

What’s included with attendee your ticket

Tickets include:

  • Entry to the event for 1 person

  • 1 goodie bag

  • 5 x raffle tickets for dolls

  • 1 raffle prize

  • Choice of 2 interactive lunch bars

  • Entries into comps (announced in the new year)

  • Drinks can be purchased at the cash bar in the room.

No door sales

Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Due to event logistics, tickets will not be sold at the door.

No ticket = no entry.

Child attendees

Children 6 years old and over at the time of the event will need a regular attendee ticket. Please let us know their age so we can plan activities for them.

Children 5 years old and under at the time of the event with Committee approval have free entry, they will not be eligible for the goodie bag, raffles, competitions and food as these are catered for by ticket funds.

All children must be supervised at all times.

Tickets are limited so get in early and set the date to secure yours. All ticket sales are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend, please let us know in case we have a waiting list and we can get you in contact with those waiting. Change of ownership will be allowed. If this does happen the transaction will be between the buyer and seller of those tickets. Both parties must then contact us directly on our page or via email to notify of the change with both parties’ relevant information. Change of ownership will only be allowed up to one week prior to the event date.

By purchasing the above ticket, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of sale and all the rules and regulations of the club and agree to take responsibility for your own actions and property.

Vendors

Vendor applications are now open.

Contact us via Facebook or the contact form to request the vendor application form. Include your table preference.

Vendor pricing

  • Half trade table includes attendee ticket: $120

  • Full trade table includes attendee ticket: $140

Vendor table limits

The venue has currently allocated us 20 tables, which will be filled first with half and full table bookings.

At this stage, each vendor may purchase a maximum of one full table. If additional tables become available, they will be offered to vendors on our waiting list.

This limit has been introduced following feedback from both the venue and attendees after the 2025 event regarding space and safety.

Please note that extra tables cannot be added or brought into the venue by vendors on the day of the event.

We will also maintain a waiting list in case we are able to secure more tables or if any booked vendors are no longer able to attend.

Custom dolls

If you are selling any dolls, whether they are stock, custom, or replica (fake), you must clearly state:

  • Whether the doll is genuine or a replica (fake).

  • For custom dolls, the original stock doll used as the base, or if the custom is made from a replica (fake) base.

Support Blythe Fest 2027

Support Blythe Fest 2027

Our events are made possible through the incredible generosity of the Blythe community. We are grateful for the talented artists, makers, collectors, and businesses who help us create memorable experiences for attendees.

We are currently seeking donations for our event, including:

  • Raffle prizes

  • Goodie bag items (150 bags)

  • Custom services

  • Gift certificates

  • Dolls

  • Clothing

  • And much more!

Donor recognition

As a thank you for your support, all donors will receive a featured shout-out across our social media channels and website, including a photo of their donated item or contribution.

How to donate

If you would like to contribute, please contact us: blythefestaustralia2027@gmail.com

Deadline for donations

To assist with event planning, we would greatly appreciate receiving donations by 26 July 2027.

Blythe Fest 2027 Logos

Created by @yoon.illustrator

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Contact the Blythefest 2027 team

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