Warwick’s Jumpers & Jazz Festival: 4-Day Celebration of Art, Music & Heritage | 25th-28th July 2025

In Kingaroy, a tree trunk dons a colorful, knitted cover adorned with owl designs. The vibrant orange wrap, speckled with green leaves and showcasing two large owls, stands out against the bare branches and the clear blue sky—a quirky sight on your tour of this charming town.

Discover the magic of Warwick’s Jumpers and Jazz Festival, where vibrant art, soulful music, and warm community spirit create an unforgettable winter escape. Nestled in the picturesque Southern Downs, this 4-day getaway offers a perfect blend of creativity, heritage, and fun.

Start your adventure at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes, a delightful farm producing artisan olive products, chutneys, and jams. Savour a guided tour, enjoy tastings, and indulge in a delicious lunch before heading to Warwick, your home for the next three nights.

On Saturday, step back in time aboard the historic Downs Explorer Railway. This scenic ride takes you through the breathtaking Granite Belt countryside, offering a glimpse into a bygone era. Back in Warwick, dive into the festival’s lively atmosphere. From colourful yarnbombing displays to artisan markets and live jazz performances, the day is yours to explore and enjoy.

Sunday brings more festival magic, followed by a journey into Warwick’s rich history. Visit the Warwick & District Historical Society Museum, a treasure trove of local stories and artefacts. Then, tour the iconic Abbey Boutique Hotel, a stunningly restored convent from 1891, and enjoy a decadent afternoon tea in its charming setting.

On your final day, embrace the spirit of Australia’s cowboy culture at the Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre. Then, savour morning tea at the historic Rudd’s Pub and a relaxing lunch at Toowoomba’s Urth Café. Reflect on your wonderful adventure as we journey home.

With The Funtastic Tour Company, every detail is thoughtfully planned. Enjoy door-to-door transfers, luxury coach travel, and the joy of connecting with like-minded travellers.

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind Jumpers and Jazz festival experience! Call us on 5294 0402 or book online today. Share the journey, share the joy!

Short Break

A young child stands on a sidewalk in Kingaroy, gazing up at a tree wrapped in colorful knitted and crocheted flowers. The street is lined with parked cars and several people strolling by, while shop signs beckon above the lively tour path.

Experience the enchanting Kingaroy Tour as a vintage steam locomotive journeys along a narrow railway track through a lush green landscape. A large, leafy tree partially shades the train while fields and distant hills form the picturesque backdrop under a sky dotted with scattered clouds.

Highlights

Jumpers & Jazz Festival
Celebrate Warwick’s iconic festival with colourful yarnbombing, live jazz, and a lively community vibe.
Downs Explorer Railway
Enjoy a scenic train ride through the Granite Belt’s stunning landscapes.
Abbey Boutique Hotel
Discover this heritage-listed convent with a guided tour and afternoon tea.
Watercress Creek Olives and Limes
Savour artisan olive tastings and lunch on a tranquil family farm.

Accommodation

Outdoor view of a single-story motel building with a red sign. A horse statue graces the fenced garden at the front, capturing the spirit of a Kingaroy Tour. Sidewalks and well-kept hedges surround the property under a partly cloudy sky, offering a serene stop for travelers.

Enjoy your Kingaroy Tour while staying in a cozy hotel room with gray walls, two beds adorned with floral-patterned bedspreads, and a small dining table. Relax by watching the flat-screen TV and refresh in the bathroom's walk-in shower before exploring more of Kingaroy.

4-Star Coachman’s Inn Warwick

Coachman’s Inn Warwick offers spacious rooms, modern amenities, and an on-site restaurant, providing a comfortable stay for exploring the Jumpers & Jazz Festival.

3 nights

91 Wood St, Warwick QLD 4370

Day 1 HOME TO WARWICK

Welcome to our tour of the Jumpers & Jazz Festival! This morning, we venture inland towards Ipswich, where we will be greeted by the friendly folk at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes. Born from a long farming history, with its beginnings as a dairy farm, the Pine Mountain property now produces a delightful range of olive products, chutneys, and jams. After a tour, we’ll stay on for lunch and a tasting of their delicious produce. Back on board, we continue to Warwick. Upon arrival, unpack and relax, as this will be home for the next three nights.

Coachman’s Inn Warwick | 3 nights

Lunch at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes | Dinner at the motel

Day 2 DOWNS EXPLORER & JUMPERS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL

This morning, we make our way to the Warwick Railway Station, built from local sandstone in the 1880s. The plaque outside the station immortalises the egg-throwing incident involving the then Prime Minister, Billy Hughes, in 1917, which led to the formation of the Federal Police. It’s all aboard as we embark on a memorable ride along the historic Downs Explorer Railway. Our two-hour journey will surely have us captivated as we traverse some of the most picturesque scenery in the Granite Belt and Darling Downs region.

Upon our return, we enjoy a sausage sizzle lunch before spending the remainder of the day at the colourful and vibrant Jumpers & Jazz Festival. The community comes together to showcase its creative flair with an exciting program of events, including yarnbombing, pop-up shops, and culinary delights. You may like to visit the Warwick Town Hall to see the famous Yarnbombed Tree Jumper exhibition, browse the Artisan Markets, or enjoy live band performances at the Town Hall stage. The choice is yours!

Breakfast and dinner at motel | Sausage sizzle lunch

Day 3 MORE OF WARWICK

Following breakfast, we spend the morning revelling in the activities of the final day the festival. This afternoon, we regroup for a visit to the Warwick & District Historical Society Museum. Take a stroll through a collection of buildings featuring furniture and household items that represent more than 130 years of family life in the Warwick district. Another must-see attraction is the Abbey Boutique Hotel, a beautifully restored former ‘Our Lady of Assumption’ Convent, completed in 1891. We enjoy a guided tour and afternoon tea in this beautiful old building, which is steeped in local history.

Breakfast and dinner at motel | Lunch at own expense

Day 4 WARWICK TO HOME

Before departing town, we visit the Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre, dedicated to the spirit of rodeo and the cowboy. It’s a place to explore the history and relive the glory of the rodeo’s greatest champions. We then bid farewell to Warwick and travel north to Nobby, where we stop at Rudd’s Pub for morning tea. Established in 1893, it was originally called the “Davenporter” Hotel. The name was later changed to Rudd’s Pub in honour of Steele Rudd, the author of the radio classic Dad and Dave.

This afternoon, we pause in Toowoomba for lunch at the Urth Café. Back on board, sit back and relax as we journey home, arriving in the late afternoon after a wonderful tour to Warwick!

Breakfast at the motel | Lunch at Urth Cafe

Tours Details

Tour Inclusions

3 nights hotel accommodation
3 hotel-cooked breakfasts
3 hotel two-course dinners
3 included lunches:
- Lunch at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes, Ipswich
- Sausage sizzle on the Southern Downs Steam Train
- Lunch at Urth Café, Toowoomba

Entry and talk at Watercress Creek Olives and Limes, Ipswich
Meet and greet with a Welcome Pack at the Jumpers & Jazz in July Festival
Warwick to Hendon return journey on the Southern Downs Steam Train
Visit to the Jumpers & Jazz Festival
Entry and guided tour of the museum at The Warwick & District Historical Society
Tour and afternoon tea at the Abbey Boutique Hotel
Guided tour of the Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre
Morning tea at “Dad & Dave’s” Rudd’s Pub

Fitness Requirements

Fitness Level: Relaxed

Discover the Art of Relaxation

Welcome to “Serenity Journeys,” where serenity is the name of the game. Our tours offer a chance to unwind, with minimal physical demands. Unpack only once, and relax as we take care of the rest.

Although most of our journey involves cozy coach travel, some day tours may involve light physical activity, such as embarking and disembarking vessels or vehicles with stairs, which you’ll handle independently.