Julia Creek
Dates: 29/05/2026 to 30/05/2026
Celebrate the 30th year of the iconic Dirt n Dust Festival in Julia Creek — a true Outback experience filled with country hospitality, entertainment and unforgettable moments. Set in the heart of Outback Queensland, this legendary weekend blends rodeo thrills, country racing and live music with the warm welcome Julia Creek is known for.
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Longreach & Winton
Dates: 19/05/2026 to 24/05/2026
The Festival of Outback Opera delivers a series of outdoor concerts in iconic locations set on a backdrop of sublime sunsets and scenery like never encountered before. Frock up for the Gala or join the pub for a casual singalong. Gather under the stars for Dark Sky Serenade or enjoy an afternoon of beautiful voices and delicious local food at the Long Lunch.
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Dine in style with friends and other festival guests at the first Longreach Long Lunch, celebrating all things outback cuisine.
The founders of The Outback Distilling Co. invite you to an intimate, one-night-only dining experience at The Italian, Longreach, celebrating the launch of the brand.
Held annually in May, the Longreach Show has been entertaining the Central West for more than 125 years.
Mount Isa, get ready to indulge in all things food and wine this May.
Secure your seat for a day to remember at Festival of Outback Opera.
A series of outdoor concerts in iconic locations set on a backdrop of sublime sunsets and scenery like never encountered before.
For side show fun, delicious food, exhibitions of the best animals, equine show events and art and craft displays come to Hughenden Agricultural Show 2025.
The Isisford area is renowned for its production of food and fibre for over a hundred years.
Celebrate World Gin Day in Outback Queensland at Western Queensland Spirit – Outback Queensland's first distillery.
Experience the thrill of 10 Race Meetings, including the Longreach Cup!
Unlock the secrets of whisky ageing in this immersive tasting experience at Western Queensland Spirit.
To celebrate Seniors month and award the winners of the Stuart McIntosh Memorial Seniors Garden Competition, council will host a morning tea.
Discover the art of creating a new gin recipe in a hands-on blending class by Western Queensland Spirit.
Seniors Christmas Luncheon will be an event for the Seniors to celebrate Christmas and come together to socialise and connect.
Join Western Queensland Spirit for their monthly Sundowner's - where sunsets meet good times. Stay late with extended trading, enjoy food and drink specials
Shake, stir and muddle your way through the art of cocktail making in an interactive cocktail class at Western Queensland Spirit.
. Each feast embraces the flavours of the season – from vibrant summer salads to hearty winter roasts – brought together with a touch of
“Grazing at the Watering Hole” is a unique long-table dining experience that aims to showcase the outback town of Thallon, South-Western Queensland, highlighting local businesses.