National Festival of Design 2025
Your Festival. Your Way. From free Trade Show access to an all-inclusive VIP experience, there’s a ticket for every kind of design professional at the 2025 National Festival of Design.
Time & Location
30 Oct 2025, 4:00 pm AEST – 01 Nov 2025, 11:00 pm AEST
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, 270 Ocean Dr, Twin Waters QLD 4564, Australia
About the event
Step Into Australia’s Premier Event for Building Design Professionals
Welcome to the BDAA National Festival of Design 2025 a three-day celebration of creativity, innovation, connection, and professional growth in Australia’s built environment sector.
Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, emerging professional, industry supplier, student, or design enthusiast — the Festival offers something for everyone.
Across the Festival, you’ll experience:
🎤 Inspiring Keynotes and Panels featuring Mark Bouris, HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon, and leading practitioners
🏛️ 30+ Expert-Led Sessions exploring sustainability, housing supply, regulation, modular construction, energy, and more
🛠️ Trade Show Access with the latest innovations, CPD sessions, and supplier showcases
🤝 Networking Opportunities including our themed cocktail event at the Boston Shaker Bar
🏆 National Design Awards Gala Dinner – the most prestigious night in the Australian building design calendar
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Ticket Options Include
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VIP Festival Pass – The ultimate all-access experience, including all events, guaranteed seating, red carpet cocktails, and entry into exclusive prize draws
Festival Pass – Two full days of conference sessions plus access to the networking party and trade show
Single Day Pass – Just joining us for one day? Choose the day that suits you
Student Designer Pass – Heavily discounted access for emerging professionals (includes both conference days + networking party)
Design Awards Gala Dinner Only – Join the celebration and toast the year’s best work at the black-tie gala
Free Trade Show Registration – For product hunters, CPD seekers, and curious professionals wanting to connect with industry suppliers
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Why Attend?
Learn from top-tier speakers and real-world leaders in housing, sustainability, and design
Expand your CPD hours through expert-led panels and product sessions
Build your national network and collaborate with peers from every corner of the industry
Stay at the forefront of innovation, policy and construction trends
Celebrate excellence and discover new opportunities for your work and your business
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Event Details
Dates: Thursday 30 October – Saturday 1 November 2025
Venue: Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Location: Sunshine Coast, QLD
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Secure Your Spot
Browse all ticket options and choose the pass that fits your Festival experience.
This is your industry. Your community. Your Festival.
Tickets
VIP Pass
From $745.00 to $845.00
$745.00
+$74.50 GST
$845.00
+$84.50 GST
Festival pass
2 Day Conference + Trade Show + CPD Pass 2-Day National Conference Pass National Trade Show Pass PRIZE DRAW: chance to win 3 nights for 2 adults and 2 kids for Rolling Surf Resort over the festival weekend!
From $595.00 to $695.00
$595.00
+$59.50 GST
$695.00
+$69.50 GST
Single Day Festival Pass
From $340.00 to $420.00
$340.00
+$34.00 GST
$420.00
+$42.00 GST
Total
$0.00