From Italy-inspired celebrations to Australia Day festivities, romantic Valentine’s events and the much-loved Central Coast Italian Festival, The Galleria’s 2026 program promises something for everyone - without the need for a passport.
Australia Day Festival & 'Eureka GOLD' Giveaway. Draw Date: Monday, 26 January 2026
Australia Day at The Galleria will transport visitors to the charm of Italy’s Sorrento Coast with a unique three-day festival experience inspired by cruising and sailing under the Sorrento moon.
Guests can enjoy live entertainment, European-style dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, boutique shopping throughout the village and accommodation at Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort, creating a true stay-and-play destination.
As part of the celebrations, visitors can enter to win over $1,000 in prizes, including an iconic Akubra Hat and accommodation prizes.
No purchase is necessary, with entries available via QR code, online and in-village entry points, plus social media participation by tagging @galle-ria_ettalongbeach for Instagram and @galleriaettalongbeach for Facebook.
Valentine’s Day STARS Festival 2026. Friday 13 – Sunday 15 February 2026.
Where better to celebrate love than at The STARS Festival, a romantic and nostalgic three-day event transforming The Galleria into a living love letter to music, cinema and community.
With rockabilly infuences, vintage glamour, live performances and immersive village-style atmosphere, the festival celebrates the past while lighting up the present and inspiring the future.
The STARS Festival is as much a cultural experience as it is a boost to the local economy and community connection.
Italian Festival 2026 – Ettalong Beach | Saturday 16 – Sunday 17 May.
A cornerstone of Central Coast cultural celebrations, the Central Coast Italian Festival returns in May 2026 with two spectacular days of authentic Italian food, wine, performance and tradition.
Presented annually since 2010, the festival showcases Italy’s rich heritage with:
• Traditional and classical dance.
• Live music and singing.
• Italian fashion, cars and Ĝlm.
•Family-friendly entertainment including puppetry and competitions.
Guests can enjoy pasta and gelato competitions, grape crushing, tomato puree demonstrations, folk dancing, Venetian-style festivities and authentic Italian cuisine and merchandise, all within the Euro-pean village ambience of The Galleria, Ettalong Beach.
A destination without borders
“The Galleria Ettalong Beach is a destination where people can experience the world without leaving the Central Coast,” organisers said.
“Our 2026 events are about celebration, connection, culture and fun-creating experiences that bring the community together while drawing visitors from across the region and beyond.”
Event Summary – 2026.
Australia Day Festival & GOLD Giveaway.
Draw: Monday, 26 January 2026 Valentine’s Day STARS Festival -13–15 February 2026.
Central Coast Italian Festival- 16–17 May 2026
Location: The Galleria, Ettalong Beach, Home of Ettalong Beach Tourist Resort.
