The Gathering

The Gathering is a weekend event for men of all ages run by the Centre for Men and Families Australia. A lot has been said about toxic masculinity and the damage it does in our society. The Gathering is a celebration of healthy masculinity where men can be equipped to be part of the solution, not part of the problem. 

Whether you are new to the CFMF community, or a regular face, there will be something for you. The Gathering will include electives and workshops to help you navigate the beauty and pain of life as a man, along with plenty of time to relax, unwind and connect. 

The Gathering 2026 

All the details:
  • Date: Friday 22nd May to Sunday 24th May 2026
  • Arrival: 4-5pm Friday
  • Depart: Approx 2pm Sunday
  • Venue: The Outlook, 4001 Ipswich Boonah Rd, Boonah QLD

All meals, accommodation, bedding and all sessions are included in the cost.

Cost: 

  • Early Bird $395 (closes 31st October 2025) – cabin accommodation at The Outlook
  • Early Bird with Single Hotel Room – $495 (closes 31st October 2025) – Single room at the Boonah Motel (offsite)
  • Early Bird with Twin Hotel Room – $475 (closes 31st October 2025) – Twin room at the Boonah Motel (offsite and shared with one other person)
  • Full Price $475 (closes 19th May 2026) – Onsite shared cabin accommodation at The Outlook
  • Full Price $390 (closes 19th May 2026) – BYO camping at The Outlook
  • Day Passes $300 (closes 19th 2026 May)

If you are travelling from interstate and need airport transfers your flights must arrive PRIOR to 2pm on Friday 22nd May and leave AFTER 4pm (preferably 5pm) on Sunday 24th June.

Payment Options: Full amount can be paid by Credit, Debit Card or Direct Debit. To secure your place without playing the full amount immediately a $100 deposit can be made by choosing Direct Debit at checkout, then transfer $100 to the listed account.

Can’t come for the whole weekend? Come for a day instead!

We have a number of options for men that may only be able to attend one day, or live local and would prefer to sleep at home. Click the buttons below to register. 

Come along for the full Saturday which includes all meals and full Saturday program

Come along for Sunday which includes breakfast and lunch, and Sunday program (event wraps up at 2pm)

Attend the whole event and sleep at home which includes all meals and full program Friday-Sunday

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: admin@cfma.org.au

Traveling from Interstate?

A free private bus will collect any participants from Brisbane Airport on Friday 30th May and return on Sunday 1st June. Please indicate that you will require this service once you register.

If you are travelling from interstate and need airport transfers your flights must arrive PRIOR to 2pm on Friday 22nd May and leave AFTER 4pm (preferably 5pm) on Sunday 24th June.