Billed as a “a feel-good gathering for people who love animals” featuring live music, talks and workshops, art and creativity, choir and drumming, wellness activities, and simple human connections, VetFordia 2026 is an event you don’t want to miss.
Held on Sunday 11 October in Samford Showground, Brisbane, veterinary professionals, allied health workers, students, friends, and families are all invited to enjoy a day focused on connection, mental wellbeing, creativity, and community support.
“Sometimes the best medicine is feeling seen, supported, and surrounded by people who understand,” the promotional material says.
“Veterinary professionals spend their lives caring for animals and supporting others. Vetfordia aims to create a space where the carers themselves can recharge, reconnect, laugh, sing, dance, and remember they are not alone.”
The event also aims to shine a light on the broader challenges facing the profession—compassion fatigue, workforce shortages, unrealistic expectations, cyberbullying, and the emotional toll of veterinary care.
Through authentic storytelling and community engagement, Vetfordia hopes to encourage broader public understanding of the pressures veterinarians face every day—while also showcasing the passion, kindness, humour, and resilience that make the profession so special.
For more information about Vetfordia including ticket prices, sponsorship opportunities, and ways to support veterinary mental health initiatives, visit Vetfordia official website.
