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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Whilst there is no camel racing in Birdsville, it is a celebreation of history, music and more in this iconic town.
The celebrations focus on entertainment including music, street and circus like acts, activities for children and families, market stalls selling crafts and food.
This event for 2025 has been cancelled.
The Simpson Desert Racing Carnival incorporates the Betoota Races, Birdsville Races and Bedourie Races for the ultimate outback racing experience.
Dubbed as the Melbourne Cup of the Outback, crowds of 6,000 racegoers converge on Birdsville each year to enjoy two days of quality outback racing.
This event for 2025 has been cancelled.
Have the experience of a lifetime at the world’s most remote music festival, the Birdsville Big Red Bash in the heart of Australia’s outback!
Historic outback horse racing event featuring six races, live entertainment, Fashions on the Field and camping opportunities in Simpson Desert region.
Dress to impress in pink for Bedourie’s much-anticipated Races. Bedourie Races is the grand finale of the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival.
Enjoy the adrenaline-pumping action, indulge in delicious food and refreshing drinks at the bar, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
Experience the excitement of the Bedourie Camel and Pig Races this July!
Windorah Fishing Comp is a family fun weekend on the banks of Cooper Creek.
The Boulia Cup is the longest camel race in Australia, and is a prized win amongst competitors on Australia's professional camel races circuit.
Three News Years - three time zones in one spot at Cameron Corner!
Saddle up for a weekend of buckjumping, bull riding, barrel racing and bikes on the red dirt.
Dust off that Akubra, pack your swag and saddle your horse! Spend the Easter Weekend in 2026 is at the annual Eromanga Campdraft and Rodeo.
Step into the world of discovery this Queensland Dinosaur Week with a special twilight event at the Eromanga Natural History Museum. Join PhD candidate Shauni
Expert Insights with Dr Scott - Live at ENHM As part of Queensland Dinosaur Week, experience a unique virtual palaeontology session broadcast live at the
Celebrate the festive season with friends, family, and neighbors at the Dajarra Community Christmas party!
The Yaraka Horse and Motor Bike Gymkhana is a vibrant annual event spanning two unforgettable days in the heart of Queensland's outback.
The Isisford Fishing Competition, where the fish are jumping, the campfires are crackling, and the laughter is as plentiful as the fish in the river.
The Quilpie Golf Open weekend is a fantastic weekend to play on one of the most unique red earth golf courses in Australia.
Make your way to Quilpie for this great school holiday event.
Save the date for the Quilpie Sporting Clay's Club inaugural annual Carnival.
For an outback experience with true country hospitality, make the Quilpie and District Show your big weekend out!