Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th August 2026: Australia's Only UFO Festival
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C-Files full weekend ticket
Three Days • Expert Speakers • Real Encounters • Ancient Mysteries • Future Possibilities
The C-Files Forum is the investigative heart of the Australian UFO Festival, bringing together researchers, authors, experiencers and curious minds from across Australia and beyond. Over three fascinating days, attendees will explore some of the world’s most intriguing mysteries, from the legendary 1966 Tully Saucer Nest incident and firsthand encounter accounts to UFO investigations, ancient mysteries, emerging technologies and the future of humanity.
Whether you're a long-time researcher, an experiencer seeking connection, or simply curious about the unexplained, the C-Files Forum offers a welcoming space to learn, question, share ideas and engage with some of Australia's leading voices in the field.
Join us in Cardwell, North Queensland, for a weekend of discovery, discussion and exploration as we examine the mysteries that continue to challenge our understanding of the world around us.
Friday 7th August 2026
The opening day of the C-Files Forum will focus on one of Australia’s most famous UFO cases — the 1966 Tully Saucer Nest incident. Sixty years after the event captured national and international attention, researchers and witnesses will revisit the mystery and explore why it remains one of the most compelling UFO cases in Australian history.
Our special guest speaker Shane Pennisi will share a deeply personal account of how the Tully incident influenced his life, reflecting on the impact it had on him from childhood through to today.
Saturday 8th August 2026
Day Two of the C-Files Forum explores the fascinating world of encounters and investigation, bringing together experiencers, researchers and investigators to examine firsthand accounts, evidence, reporting methods and the ongoing search for answers behind unexplained phenomena.
Sunday 9th August 2026
The final day of the C-Files Forum explores ancient mysteries and future possibilities, bringing together researchers, authors and thinkers to examine hidden histories, ancient civilisations, emerging technologies and the evolving future of humanity. The afternoon session will feature an open mic experience, inviting attendees to share their own encounters, stories and perspectives in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
The C-Files Forum concludes with a relaxed open mic session, offering attendees the opportunity to share their own experiences, encounters and perspectives, followed by an informal networking gathering with the weekend’s speakers, researchers and fellow enthusiasts.