Toad Races

Arcadia Village Motel Toad Races. A Magnetic Island institution, the Arcadia Village Motel weekly toad races offer cut-price, Aussie-style hilarity. After each race, the winners kiss their toads and collect the proceeds, with funds raised going to the Arcadia Surf Life Saving Club. The Arcadia's cane-toad races have been held every Wednesday night from 8 pm for nearly three decades, despite several changes in the hotel's ownership. Even when the toads aren't racing, the hotel is pumping, with three well-patronized bars, regular live bands, pool tables, and bistro meals. Arcadia Village Motel, 7 Marine Parade, Arcadia, Magnetic Island, Queensland, 4819. 07/4778–5177; www.arcadiavillage.com.au.