Get Social
Experiences on the Reef
The Great Barrier Reef Masters Games is not just about the thrill of competing in one of the sports we have on offer, but also about kicking up your heels each night, and touring our beautiful region outside of competition time.
Our social nights are delivered with a social hub partner being the perfect way to socialise with fellow competitors and new friends. There is a themed social night on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday with prizes for best dressed each night! Get into the spirit of the Games by dressing up and heading down with your team mates.
Party on the Reef
No Masters Games would be complete without a fantastic social program and the Great Barrier Reef Games is no different. 2023's entertainment will again include a fantastic line-up of bands, themed party nights, prizes and special guests.
All Great Barrier Reef Masters Games athletes receive a pass into the Social Hub at The Jack Hotel as part of their registration fee. Family and friends can also purchase Social Hub (supporter) passes to be a part of the action, for $50 by the Registration link.
* Please note all social events are for 18+ years only and supporter passes cannot be purchased at the door of the social venue due to liquor licensing conditions
Here's a taste of what's on offer:
THURSDAY 25 May 2023 - OFFICIAL OPENING @ Cairns Barlow Park
March Past + Lighting of the Games cauldron + "Sporty Wet Tropics" welcome party - Thursday 25 May 2023
Sports participants, supporters, ambassadors and non-playing officials are all welcome to the Great Barrier Reef Master Games Opening Ceremony from 5.30pm - 10pm.
The Jack will be providing a working bar on-site, with live entertainment by Tony George and band following the official opening.
An after party then continues at The Jack with a live band to finish off your first night in paradise. Please bring your Games accreditation and photo ID.
FRIDAY 26 May 2023 - Offers two social events
The Sportsperson's Dinner and a themed Shipwrecked Party, each event has been timed so you can take in a full night of entertainment by attending both events.
FRIDAY 26 May 2023 - Sportsperson’s Dinner @ The Pullman Cairns International Hotel
6:00pm - 9:00pm
After the huge success of the inaugural event in 2021 the Sportsperson's Dinner is back in 2023.
The evening offers a welcome drink on arrival and great food with a two course sit down dinner, along with world renowned, professional athletes as our guest speakers Leisal Jones and Matthew Bowen with Triple Ms Tammy Barker as your emcee.
Tickets: $72 for GBRMG registrants and $76 for general public (the Sportsperson's Dinner is the only GBRMG event that can be attended without a Games accreditation and photo ID)
And then registrants can join the party at The Jack Hotel afterwards.
FRIDAY 26 May 2023 - SHIPWRECKED PARTY @ The Jack Hotel
8:00pm - 11:00pm
We keep the party rolling on this Shipwreck themed Friday night with live band Dr Elephant, prizes and more!
So get your best nautical costumes ready, think Gilligan's Island or Castaway and get shipwrecked at The Jack Hotel from 8pm.
Bring your Games accreditation and photo ID!!
Or alternatively you can book to go to the Sportspersons Dinner, and then join the party at The Jack Hotel afterwards.
SATURDAY 27 May 2023 - FNQ BARN DANCE Closing party
Bus Departure 5:15pm - 10:00pm
We’re offering a brand new on-location truly North Queensland experience with a Barn Dance in a sugar shed, in the cane fields.
Tickets: $35 for GBRMG registrants, and includes BBQ and bus transfers.
For full details and booking link CLICK HERE